Mavis Camera vs Photography Light Panel
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mavis Camera
This app offers advanced video recording and live streaming capabilities for creators and professionals. It provides manual camera controls, professional monitoring tools, and various output options for seamless integration into modern workflows.
- ProRes, HEVC 10-bit, Open Gate recording
- Custom and Filter LUTs for filmic looks
- Advanced monitoring tools (focus peaking, zebras)
- Manual camera controls (focus, exposure, ISO)
- NDI® HX3 Certified
- Camera to Cloud integrations (Frame.io, MediaSilo)
- Live streaming to YouTube, Twitch, Instagram, Facebook
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Whether you're a streamer building a channel, an industry veteran looking for new ways of working or a creator with a passion for filmmaking, Mavis Camera has something for you. -- MAIN FEATURES -- • Record in a range of resolutions, frame rates, and codecs including Open Gate, HEVC 10-bit, ProRes and ProRes RAW • Record and preview using custom LUTs, and achieve a filmic look with built-in Filter LUTs • Monitor tools including focus peaking, zebras, false color, expanded focus, guides, flip • Manual camera controls including focus, exposure, shutter and color • Hardware Remote Controllers: SKAARHOJ, Teradek RT, CyanView RCP, Tilta Nucleus (USB dongle only) • NDI® Send and Receive HX3 Certified • Pro HDMI output • HDMI input via Atomos Ninja Phone support • HDMI / SDI input via Accsoon SeeMo series support • Adobe Frame.io Camera to Cloud • Streaming including YouTube, Twitch, Instagram and Facebook • Custom audio inputs • Audio mixer including gain, pan and solo controls for individual channels • Real-time audio passthrough for monitoring in headphones • HDR video pipeline • Custom RTMP destination & SRT (TX Caller) streaming • Mavis C2C including Framelight X, MediaSilo, Sony Ci & Amazon S3 • Mavis Cloud Hub remote configuration for Mavis C2C and streaming settings • Timecode including Time-of-Day, Offset and UltraSync BLUE • Vertical and landscape recording and streaming • API -- AUDIO TOOLS -- • Integrated audio mixer with stereo output • Gain & pan control per input channel • External mic inputs • Internal mic selection • Multi-track ISO recording • Bluetooth monitoring -- CONNECTED WORKFLOWS -- NDI • Send or Receive with NDI • NDI HX3 Certified • Automatically find all NDI sources on local network • Set NDI Groups, Discovery Server, UDP/TCP Mode Camera to Cloud • Mavis C2C integrations with Framelight X, MediaSilo, Sony Ci & Amazon S3 • Direct integration with Adobe Frame.io • Direct integration with Atomos ATOMOSphere • Progressive uploads while you record • Manage Mavis C2C devices from hub.mavis.cloud Live Streaming • Vertical and landscape streaming • Simultaneously record and stream • Custom RTMP and SRT Caller destinations • Manage Streaming devices from hub.mavis.cloud -- CAMERA CONTROLS -- Manual controls including • Focus • Exposure • ISO • Shutter • Color temperature • Shutter lock • Custom frame rates • Range of resolutions • Range of bitrates • Codecs including ProRes -- MONITOR TOOLS -- What they do • Mavis LUTs let you record or preview your footage with a filmic grade, helping you visualise the final look while you shoot • Focus peaking and expanded focus features help you achieve consistently sharp and precise shots • Zebras help ensure your shots are never overexposed • Guides help you frame your shot • Aspect Ratio overlay lets you preview your image in a different width/height • Waveform monitor helps you shoot with the optimal dynamic range • Vectorscope helps maintain consistent colors and ensures accurate white balance Notable settings • Record and preview LUTs • Focus peaking color and sensitivity • Guides including thirds, portrait safe and square • Zebras, color and sensitivity range • Aspect Ratio overlay cross hairs, safe area and transparency -- API -- • Control the internal camera from an API • Discover and learn the API with a built in API Playground web server • Develop your own control interfaces with a WebSocket based interface • Full RCP based control including color shading • Secure your connections with API keys Device restrictions apply. Some features require In-App Purchase or App Subscription. Check out the support pages for full details - support.mavis.cloud EULA - https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Mavis Camera was developed by people who love what they do. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do! :-)
Photography Light Panel
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Transform Your Device Into a Professional Light Board Photography Light Board turns your iPhone or iPad into a powerful, versatile lighting tool for photography, videography, and content creation. Whether you're a professional photographer, videographer, content creator, or hobbyist, this app provides studio-quality lighting effects right in your pocket. 6 PROFESSIONAL LIGHT MODES Solid - Pure color fills for basic lighting and color matching Gradient - Smooth color transitions with adjustable angles for dramatic effects Softbox - Simulates professional softbox lighting with customizable shape, size, and feathering Pattern - Stripes, checkers, and dots for focus testing and creative backgrounds Kelvin - Precise color temperature control (2000K-10000K) to match any lighting condition Strobe - Flashing effects with adjustable frequency and duty cycle (includes safety warnings) POWERFUL FEATURES Custom Color Control - Color picker with HEX code input for precise color matching Preset System - Save unlimited custom configurations and access quick palettes Max Brightness Mode - Boost your screen to maximum brightness for optimal light output Composition Grids - Rule of thirds, center cross, and golden ratio overlays Reference Photos - Overlay images to match lighting or composition Smart Timers - Countdown delays and auto-off timers for hands-free operation Prevent Auto-Lock - Keep your screen on during extended shoots PROFESSIONAL APPLICATIONS Photography - Use as fill light, hair light, or accent lighting for portraits and product shots Video Production - Consistent, adjustable lighting for interviews and content creation Content Creation - Perfect for TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and social media Color Matching - Match existing lighting conditions with precision Kelvin control Low Light Helper - Focus assist light in dark environments Product Photography - Professional softbox simulation for e-commerce shots INTUITIVE DESIGN Clean, professional interface with easy-to-use controls Hide controls for unobstructed light output Single-tap to restore controls when hidden Works in any orientation - portrait or landscape Swipe gestures for quick preset management Comprehensive built-in user guide PRESET MANAGEMENT Save your favorite lighting setups and recall them instantly. Rename and organize your presets with simple swipe gestures. Access ready-made quick palettes including Daylight, Tungsten, Softbox White, and more. SAFETY FIRST Includes prominent photosensitivity warnings for strobe mode, battery usage notifications, and device temperature reminders to ensure safe operation. PERFECT FOR: Professional photographers and videographers Content creators and influencers Product photographers Portrait photographers Film and video production teams Photography students and hobbyists Anyone needing portable, adjustable lighting WHY CHOOSE PHOTOGRAPHY LIGHT BOARD? Unlike basic flashlight apps, Photography Light Board offers professional-grade features designed specifically for photography and video work. With precise color control, multiple lighting modes, and advanced features like composition grids and reference photo overlays, it's the most comprehensive lighting tool available for iOS. No subscriptions. No in-app purchases. All features included. Download Photography Light Board today and take your mobile photography and video production to the next level!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Mavis Camera at Free against Photography Light Panel's $9.99. Photography Light Panel's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 15). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Mavis Camera is free to download; Photography Light Panel costs $9.99 up front. Mavis Camera sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per 7 days. Photography Light Panel asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Mavis Camera | Photography Light Panel |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $9.99 |
| Rating | 4.4 (746 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 59.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 746 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 18.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 253 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mavis Broadcast Ltd | Angel App Publishing Ltd. |
Bugs and requests
Mavis Camera
Reported bugs
5 issues- Inconsistent video metadata and resolution
- Upside-down video playback after switching cameras
- Inability to lock manual shutter speed and ISO
- Unreliable Bluetooth connectivity with external devices
- Saving videos taking an unusually long time
Requested features
6 requests- Dolby Vision HDR support
- Log color profile and flat picture settings
- Smooth zoom functionality
- Remote monitoring and control capabilities
- Improved gimbal integration and support
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- Portrait mode and Instagram Reels support
Photography Light Panel
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Mavis Camera
- Mavis C2C$14.997 Days
- Annual Pass$29.991 Year
- Mavis C2C$29.991 Month
- Timecode UltraSync BLUEFree
- Timecode$2.99
- Gimbals$2.99
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- Buy us a coffee$4.99
- Viewfinder$5.99
- Formats$5.99
- Pro Tools$5.99
- Film Kit$14.99
- Pro Pack$14.99
- Big Bundle$17.99
- API$19.99
- NDI®$29.99
Photography Light Panel
No in-app purchases
Questions
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