Comparison

CameraKit vs Vaxis Vision

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CameraKit

This app provides comprehensive technical specifications and calculations for a wide range of cameras and video formats. It helps filmmakers and videographers estimate storage needs, battery life, transfer times, and compare camera performance.

Highlights
  • Detailed camera specifications
  • Storage space calculation
  • Battery life estimation
  • File transfer time prediction
  • Sensor size comparison
  • Format compatibility checks
  • Notes and favorites
Features
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Everything you need to know about every camera worth using. "How much drive space will I need for this Alexa 35 shoot?” "What's the dynamic range of the Venice 2?” “How long will these batteries last me on a Komodo?” "How big is this file going to be when I export?” If you've ever asked these questions, this is the app for you. Whether you’re making decisions on set, troubleshooting in an edit bay, or figuring out which camera to buy, CameraKit has you covered. Search over 200 cameras with a list that includes Arri, Canon, Red, Sony, Blackmagic, Panasonic and more. All specs and data sourced by hand: no AI means no hallucinations. SPECS Includes dynamic range, sensor size, native ISO, lens mounts, resolutions, video outputs, maximum FPS and a link to the manufacturer's website for firmware & manuals. STORAGE Determine how much footage you can fit on your camera card or hard drive-- or how much storage space you'll need for a given recording time.  TRANSFER Predict just how long it will take to move your files, whether you’re transferring to a drive or over the internet.  POWER Estimate how long your batteries will last, or how many you'll need for a shoot, with the option to factor in accessories like your monitor or wireless transmitter. SENSOR See the sensor size for the current resolution and compare sensors between cameras. COMPATIBILITY See how well each camera and format performs with the latest versions of Final Cut Pro, Premiere Pro, Avid Media Composer, Assimilate Scratch and DaVinci Resolve. Also see if it's been approved by Netflix for original programming. AND MORE Jot down observations and anything you want to remember about a camera with Notes. Compare specs or any other tool like Storage or Compatibility. Calculate film footage for 8mm, 16mm, 35mm and 65mm cameras. Save your calculations and return to them later with a tap. Mark any camera as a favorite for quick access. "CameraKit is easily the de-facto standard and is utilized by many of our productions to demystify complex technical nuances of filmmaking." -Andy Johnson, Netflix "With the abundance of camera formats now out there, it’s easy to get lost with which system can do what. With the CameraKit app this information is now at your fingertips." -Richard Lackey, CineD "This is one of my favorites. It has every single piece of information for nearly every single camera on the market today. Comparing recording formats between cameras has never been easier." -Shane Hurlbut, ASC • Support • For support, send me an email at zak@grayhourmedia.com or message me on Instagram @_zakray. To see all supported cameras and formats, just install the app (it's free to download!) and open the main dropdown menu. Current countries for manufacturer phone support are the US, UK, Canada, France, Germany, and China. No internet connection required: all data is hard-coded into the app, so there’s no syncing process, and you’ll be able to access it even without a cell signal. • Disclaimer • The "price" feature uses affiliate links from B&H Photo Video. I receive a commission if you make a purchase from one of these links. • About • CameraKit is developed by Zak Ray and the team at Gray Hour Media in NYC & LA. Gray Hour produces fresh and original content for film, episodic and the web. Head to www.grayhourmedia.com to check out our work!

About

Vaxis Vision

Transform your mobile device into a professional filming tool with advanced monitoring, cloud surveillance, and live streaming capabilities. Build a comprehensive monitoring network using iPhones and iPads without the need for expensive external equipment.

Highlights
  • Wireless mobile monitoring
  • Professional monitor functions
  • Cloud monitoring support
  • Live streaming capabilities
  • Custom LUT import
  • Various monitoring ratios
Features
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The Vaxis Vision APP brings you professional monitor, cloud monitoring, live streaming and other functions on your mobile device, turning your mobile phone into a professional filming tool! You no longer need to buy expensive monitors and live streamers! Just need some iPhones and iPads to build a huge live monitoring network! Key Features: 1.Wireless monitoring on mobile phone 2. Professional monitor functions (custom LUT import, various monitoring ratios, Waveform, Histogram, Zebra, False Color) 3. Support cloud monitoring 4.Support APP live streaming Whether you are on/off set or on-air, you can benefit from the professional functions of Vaxis Vision APP.

Screenshots

CameraKit4 screens
Vaxis Vision4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CameraKit at 4.7 against Vaxis Vision's 4.0. CameraKit also leads on ratings volume (321 vs 4). Vaxis Vision's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CameraKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Vaxis Vision asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CameraKit holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CameraKit has 321 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 66% and 67% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CameraKit ships an update every 2 months, Vaxis Vision monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
CameraKit versus Vaxis Vision: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCameraKitVaxis Vision
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (321 ratings) — better4.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews66.1% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings321 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZak RayHunan GMcine Technology co., Ltd.

Customer experience

CameraKit

All ratings321 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral1.6%
Negative5.3%
Written reviews62 reviews
Positive66.1%
Neutral11.3%
Negative22.6%

Vaxis Vision

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

CameraKit

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Lost all pro purchases
  • Cannot restore purchases
  • Monthly subscription broken
  • Subscription cycle error
  • Crashes when restoring purchase on iPad Mini
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  • App crashes when selecting XT3 camera
  • App crashes when typing numbers in search
  • BMPCC4K resolution and frame rate wrong
  • BMPCC 6K frame rate wrong

Requested features

21 requests
  • Pro-rate for early adopters
  • Direct link to working manual
  • Develop something for framing
  • Add support for Sony a7 IV
  • Add support for Nikon
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  • Add support for Braw calculate for BMD, BMPCC 4K
  • Organize favorites list
  • Include Sony A7s
  • Include Panasonic HC-X1000
  • Include Sony NEX-EA50
  • Update with new cameras regularly
  • Include Blackmagic Pocket CC
  • Add accurate info for all frame rates (Avid, Red)
  • Clarify camera generations (C100 vs C100 mk 2, RED Scarlet MX vs Dragon)
  • Add film formats
  • Include compressed raw formats for Blackmagic
  • Add RGB color space for ProRes4444 on Alexa
  • Correct 29.97i to 29.97PsF for C100
  • Add slow-mo and resolution details for cameras
  • Add 3000 fps for Phantom 4k
  • Add 200 fps in UHD for Alexa Mini

Vaxis Vision

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

CameraKit

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$99.99
None

Vaxis Vision

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CameraKit free?
CameraKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vaxis Vision free?
Vaxis Vision is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CameraKit or Vaxis Vision?
CameraKit is rated higher. CameraKit averages 4.7 out of 5 from 321 ratings, while Vaxis Vision averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.
Do CameraKit or Vaxis Vision have ads?
Neither CameraKit nor Vaxis Vision shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CameraKit or Vaxis Vision?
CameraKit ships an update every 2 months, and Vaxis Vision monthly. Most recently, CameraKit was updated on September 29, 2026 and Vaxis Vision on September 26, 2026.

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