# ProCamera. Professional Camera vs NightCap Camera

The clearest difference is price: ProCamera. Professional Camera at Free against NightCap Camera's $2.99. ProCamera. Professional Camera also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 51%) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). NightCap Camera's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and chart position (#16 vs #198). On update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

ProCamera. Professional Camera is free to download; NightCap Camera costs $2.99 up front. ProCamera. Professional Camera sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. NightCap Camera asks for nothing beyond the download.

ProCamera. Professional Camera holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11K and 3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of ProCamera. Professional Camera's written reviews are positive against 51% of NightCap Camera's.

ProCamera. Professional Camera ships an update every 4 weeks, NightCap Camera every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ProCamera. Professional Camera | NightCap Camera |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $2.99 |
| Rating | **[4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/procamera-professional-camera/id694647259/reviews)** | [4.4 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightcap-camera-long-exposure/id754105884/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **11K** | 3K |
| Positive reviews | **73.9% of reviews** | 50.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #198 | **#16** |
| Size | 189 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cocologics](https://appshunter.io/developer/490969165) | [RTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1804158489) |

## What reviewers say

### ProCamera. Professional Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/procamera-professional-camera/id694647259)

**Currently charting:** #198 Top Grossing · Photo & Video, #201 Top Free · Photo & Video (US App Store)

This app offers advanced manual controls for photography and videography, allowing users to capture professional-quality images and footage. It includes a powerful editing suite and detailed metadata viewing, with options for custom sharing and privacy.

**Highlights:** Independent focus & exposure control, Full manual mode, RAW, ProRAW, TIFF, JPG & HEIF support, Manual white balance, Pro-level EXIF/metadata viewer, Advanced video recording options, Powerful photo editing suite

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ProCamera Up Monthly Access | $1.99 | per month |
| ProCamera Weekly Access | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| ProCamera Monthly Access | $7.99 | per month |
| ProCamera Up Yearly Access | $11.99 | per year |
| ProCamera Yearly Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Street | Free | one-time |
| vivid HDR in Pro Camera | $3.99 | one-time |
| Night Camera & Long Exposure | $3.99 | one-time |
| San Fran | $9.99 | one-time |
| Private Lightbox | $19.99 | one-time |
| ProCamera Up One-Time Purchase | $69.99 | one-time |
| ProCamera Lifetime Access | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent camera controls
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🔍 Great photo quality
- 📷 Versatile shooting modes
- 🔨 Powerful editing tools

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Subscription model for new features
- 🔍 Inconsistent auto-focus and exposure
- 🔋 Slow performance on older devices
- 💰 Expensive for a camera app

**Reported bugs**

- Viewfinder issues on iPhone X/XS
- Unreliable RAW capture
- Corrupted photo/video files
- Zoom function not working in manual mode

**Requested features**

- Longer exposure settings
- Timelapse mode
- Ability to disable shutter sound
- Improved video controls (audio, zoom, etc.)
- Better integration with external accessories (gimbals, etc.)


### NightCap Camera

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nightcap-camera-long-exposure/id754105884)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Paid · Photo & Video (US App Store)

Capture stunning low-light and night photos and videos with advanced features like long exposure, AI-powered controls, and specialized astrophotography modes. Achieve DSLR-like results and unlock your device's full potential in challenging lighting conditions.

**Highlights:** Low light and night photo/video capture, Long exposure and motion blur effects, Astrophotography modes (stars, aurora, ISS, meteors), AI camera control for automatic settings, Manual gesture-based adjustments, 4K time lapse recording, ISO Boost for brighter low-light shots

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for astrophotography
- 👍 Excellent night/low light photography
- 💡 Powerful manual controls
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Produces high-quality results

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and freezes on newer devices
- 🐛 Focus issues on iPhone 7+
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 👎 Unintuitive user interface
- 👎 Disappointing results for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Photos not saving properly
- Meteor mode not working as expected
- Compatibility issues with iOS 8 and iPhone 6 Plus

**Requested features**

- RAW image support
- Bluetooth remote shutter control
- Ability to save settings
- More exposure options
- Improved timelapse features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ProCamera. Professional Camera free?

ProCamera. Professional Camera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NightCap Camera free?

NightCap Camera costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, ProCamera. Professional Camera or NightCap Camera?

ProCamera. Professional Camera is rated higher. ProCamera. Professional Camera averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while NightCap Camera averages 4.4 from 3K ratings.

### Do ProCamera. Professional Camera or NightCap Camera have ads?

Neither ProCamera. Professional Camera nor NightCap Camera shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ProCamera. Professional Camera or NightCap Camera?

ProCamera. Professional Camera ships an update every 4 weeks, and NightCap Camera every 3 weeks. Most recently, ProCamera. Professional Camera was updated on September 25, 2026 and NightCap Camera on September 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, ProCamera. Professional Camera or NightCap Camera?

ProCamera. Professional Camera currently peaks at #198 in the App Store charts, and NightCap Camera at #16. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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