Comparison

ProShot vs Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

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

Head to head
About

ProShot

This manual camera app offers DSLR-like controls for iPhone and iPad, enabling users to capture high-quality photos and videos. It provides advanced features like ProRAW, ProRes, and manual adjustments for exposure, ISO, and focus, catering to both beginners and professionals.

Highlights
  • DSLR-like manual controls
  • ProRAW and ProRes support
  • Adjustable exposure, ISO, white balance
  • Bulb mode for light trails and stargazing
  • Timelapse and bracket exposure
  • Manual focus assist and focus peaking
  • 4K video with adjustable frame rates
Features
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"World-class photography app" - iMore "The screen layouts are excellent. DSLRs could learn a thing or two." - Engadget "If you can name it, chances are ProShot has it" - Gizmodo ► Loved by over 1M+ photographers! Welcome to ProShot, the ultimate manual camera app for iPhone and iPad. ProShot puts the power of ProRAW, ProRes and DSLR controls right in your pocket, empowering you to capture stunning photos and videos in any situation. Whether you are a seasoned pro or just getting started, ProShot has something for you. ► MANUAL CONTROLS Unlock DSLR-like precision for crystal-clear photos and video. Full manual, semi-auto, or smart Auto modes let you adjust exposure, ISO, white balance, and more, while auto ISO & shutter speed limits let you fine-tune motion blur and noise, just like the big cameras. ► PROFESSIONAL TOOLS ProShot adjusts to your changing world. Fly through camera settings with its unique Dual Dial system. Record video instantly with the press of a button. Paint with light trails or stargaze via Bulb mode. Fine-tune your experience with remappable controls, histograms, focus peaking, compass, Night UI to preserve vision, and so much more. ► PRIVACY BUILT-IN Zero data harvesting - your images and info stay secure, because that’s the way it should be. There is so much more to ProShot. Below is a list of some of the many features waiting for you. ProShot is under constant development, so great new things are always on the horizon! ► PHOTO FEATURES - Auto, Program, Manual, and two Custom modes, just like a DSLR - Shutter priority, ISO priority, Automatic, and Full Manual control - Adjust exposure, ISO, shutter speed, flash, focus, torch intensity, white balance and more - Set max ISO and max shutter speed options - ProRAW, RAW (DNG), HEIC, and JPEG formats - Option for zero processing for pure images without AI filters - Live Photo support - Unlimited shutter speed (Bulb) with Live Photo support for gorgeous night videos - Portrait mode - Black and White mode - 16:9, 3:2, 4:3, and 1:1 aspect ratios - Light Painting with special modes for capturing water and light trails - Timelapse (intervalometer and video), with full manual control - Zero-lag bracket exposure up to ±3 EV - Manual focus assist and focus peaking with customizable color - Front-facing camera support with full manual control - Zoom up to 15X using just one finger - Grid, histogram, compass, noise reduction and many more options - Customizable accent color and UI layout to fit your style - Dedicated Night UI to preserve your night vision - Camera roll seamlessly integrated into the viewfinder - Lock Screen widgets ► VIDEO FEATURES - All Photo mode controls are also available in Video mode - 4K video with extreme bitrate options - Adjustable frame rate from 24 FPS up to 240 FPS - Support for H.264, H.265 and ProRES formats - Timelapse video up to 4K - Industry-standard options for 180 degree rule - Support for external microphones - Monitor audio level and video file size in real-time - Change any camera parameter, even during video recording - Capture full resolution still frames during video recording - Support for simultaneous audio playback (like Spotify) while recording - Video light with adjustable intensity Leave the heavy DSLR at home, ProShot's got your back. User guide: https://www.riseupgames.com/proshot/ios Video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMKtcX5ufjw

About

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

This app offers a manual-first camera experience for photographers, providing granular control over exposure, focus, and white balance. Shoot in RAW, ProRAW, or JPG with advanced tools like histograms and clipping warnings for professional results.

Highlights
  • Manual exposure control (shutter, ISO)
  • RAW, ProRAW, and JPG shooting modes
  • Manual focus override
  • Custom white balance settings
  • RGB histogram and clipping warnings
  • Composition aids (grid, level)
Features
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RAW+ is a minimalist camera for purists and professionals and puts total creative control back into your hands with a streamlined, manual-first interface. Shoot in RAW, JPG or both simultaneously. RAW+ is ALWAYS manual exposure- shutter and ISO controls are always on screen and easily accessible via huge sliders(The aperture is fixed on the iPhone and thus not adjustable- but you knew that already). Manual focus override any time as well as custom white balance settings. Professional Imaging Pipeline- TrueRAW: Shoot pure, unadulterated RAW data with zero post-processing. ProRAW: Leverage Apple's fusion pipeline and high-dynamic-range enhancements. 48MP Support: Toggle maximum resolution for ProRAW on supported sensors and lenses. Manual Shutter Speed Manual ISO Manual Aperture Control- iPhone 18 Pro only Manual Focus Override: Take control of your focal plane at any moment. Custom White Balance: Choose from 8 presets or set a specific Kelvin value. Essential Tools- RGB Histogram: Monitor your color channels in real-time. Clipping Warnings: Live highlights and shadow overlays to prevent lost detail. Composition Aids: Integrated Grid and Level overlays for perfect framing. Format Flexibility: Support for RAW, ProRAW, and high-quality JPG. Compatibility- RAW Support: iPhone SE, 6s, and newer devices. ProRAW Support: iPhone 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max, and all subsequent Pro models. Terms of Service: dynamicappdesign.com/tos

Screenshots

ProShot4 screens
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ at Free against ProShot's $8.99. ProShot's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (74% vs 59%). On rating, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ is free to download; ProShot costs $8.99 up front. ProShot sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for ProShot against 4.4 for Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 2.4K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of ProShot's written reviews are positive against 59% of Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ProShot ships an update every 3 weeks, Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
ProShot versus Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProShotManual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+
Price$8.99Free — better
Rating4.4 (1.3K ratings) — better4.4 (2.4K ratings)
Positive reviews73.8% of reviews — better59.2% of reviews
Number of ratings1.3K2.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#36 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRise Up GamesDynamic App Design LLC

Customer experience

ProShot

All ratings1,315 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral4.1%
Negative9.7%
Written reviews942 reviews
Positive73.8%
Neutral9.9%
Negative16.3%

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

All ratings2,390 ratings
Positive84.4%
Neutral4.0%
Negative11.6%
Written reviews520 reviews
Positive59.2%
Neutral9.8%
Negative31.0%

User reviews

ProShot

From 1.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Excellent camera app
  • 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
  • 🔒 Robust manual controls
  • 💡 Great alternative to stock camera app
  • 👍 Powerful features for photographers

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
  • 🐛 Bugs with specific camera features
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems on newer devices
  • 🐛 Confusing UI in some areas

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

From 2.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 High-quality RAW photos
  • 👍 Intuitive manual controls
  • 🚀 Powerful camera overhaul
  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 👍 Great for photography enthusiasts

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and glitches
  • 🔒 Subscription model
  • 🐛 Unreliable file saving
  • 🐛 Inconsistent image quality
  • 🐛 Slow performance

Bugs and requests

ProShot

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Screen freezes when switching between portrait and landscape
  • Video recording issues causing lost footage
  • Incorrect date/time and location data in photos
  • Blank screen when opening the app

Requested features

8 requests
  • Burst mode
  • More flexibility on 48MP settings
  • Remote/Apple Watch shutter control
  • Improved video quality
  • Live histogram
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  • Anamorphic lens support
  • Cinematic mode support
  • Tint control option

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Incorrect RAW file naming
  • Photos disappearing from gallery
  • Automatic photo capture
  • Exposure preview not matching final image

Requested features

8 requests
  • Zoom functionality
  • Longer shutter speed options
  • Larger focus preview window
  • Aperture control
  • Countdown timer
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  • Auto mode
  • Square aspect ratio
  • Flash support

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ProShot

One-time2
  • Donation$0.99
  • Donation$4.99
3 purchases

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • RAW+ Premium Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is ProShot free?
ProShot costs $8.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ free?
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ProShot or Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+?
ProShot is rated higher. ProShot averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ averages 4.4 from 2.4K ratings.
Do ProShot or Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ have ads?
Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ shows ads; ProShot does not.
Which is updated more often, ProShot or Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+?
ProShot ships an update every 3 weeks, and Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ every 6 weeks. Most recently, ProShot was updated on November 1, 2026 and Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ on October 29, 2026.

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