Best Exposure Meter Apps

Aperture Priority MeteringShutter Priority MeteringExposure Priority Metering

This app provides precise light metering for film photography, eliminating the need for external hardware. It offers various metering modes and customizable profiles to ensure perfect exposures for manual cameras. Advanced features like reciprocity failure correction are available with a PRO plan.

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Extended low-light sensitivityIncident and reflected meteringManual exposure control

myLightMeter PRO

A reliable light meter

$3.99

$4.99 | 20% OFF

This app provides precise exposure metering for photographers, supporting both digital and analog workflows. It offers a comprehensive set of manual controls and advanced tools like a hyperfocal distance calculator.

Measure Luminosity in Lux & FC

Real-time lux and foot candle measurementsReal-time color temperature measurementsReal-time histogram plotting

Measure light intensity in lux and foot candles with this 2-in-1 meter. Optimize photography settings, adjust indoor lighting, or prevent eye strain with professional-quality readings directly from your smartphone.

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Portable light meterReflected light measurementReciprocity calculations

Pocket Light Meter

by Vladislav Vyshemirsky

$9.99

This app functions as a portable light meter, essential for film photographers using manual cameras. It accurately measures reflected light and provides reciprocity calculations for precise exposure control.

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Light Meter - Film Exposure

Film Camera Exposure Tool

Aperture-priority meteringShutter-priority meteringEV value display

$3.99 | 100% OFF

This tool assists film photographers by providing accurate aperture-priority and shutter-priority metering. It displays EV values, supports popular film stocks for ISO settings, and allows for ND filter input. Users can also capture scene photos with recorded metering data for analysis.

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Exposure Meter and Learning

by EIGHTIVE DESIGN, Inc.

Automatic EV measurementAperture and shutter speed displayManual EV adjustment

This free application functions as an exposure meter for photography. It automatically measures EV values and displays aperture and shutter speed combinations. Users can also manually adjust EV to preview brightness changes on their screen.

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Lux Light Meter for Mobile

Lux-Meter & Exposure Measure

Real-time color temperature measurementLux and foot candle measurementsDaily light integral (DLI) calculation

This app provides accurate and easy-to-use light measurements in lux and foot candles. It's ideal for photographers, plant owners, and anyone needing to assess ambient light levels in various spaces. Features include real-time color temperature measurement and calculation of the daily light integral.

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Evios: Light Meter for Film

Reflected Exposure & EV Meter

Measure the perfect exposure

$5.99

This app functions as a portable light meter for photographers, especially those using film cameras without built-in meters. It allows for precise exposure readings, offers various shooting modes, and lets you save your settings with preview images.

Average and spot meteringAperture priority modeShutter priority mode

Measurement App for iPhone

Augmented reality tape measureSurface and angle measurementFloor plan creation

This augmented reality app transforms your phone into a versatile measuring tool. Accurately measure distances, surfaces, angles, and even detect studs. Visualize furniture placement and create floor plans with ease.

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Simple & accurate measurement!

Light Meter LM-3000

Measure illuminance (lux/foot-candle)Measure color temperature (Kelvin)Industry-leading accuracy

Transform your smartphone into a professional light meter. Measure illuminance and color temperature with scientifically validated accuracy, trusted by professionals. Requires a simple diffuser for precise readings.

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Pro color and flash meter

Lumu Light Meter

Standalone reflective light meterFlash and color temperature meteringPhoto and cine/video modes

This app functions as a standalone reflective light meter or pairs with hardware for professional flash and color temperature measurements. It offers various modes for photography and videography, storing measurements with notes and location.

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Lightmate

The friendly lightmeter

Aperture priority modeShutter priority modeMultiple EV scales

This app functions as a light meter for photographers, offering a clear and intuitive interface. It supports aperture and shutter priority modes, with customizable EV scales and the ability to use both front and back cameras for measurements.

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Lux Light Meter Pro for Photo

LightMeter & Exposure Value EV

Real-time color temperature measurementLux and foot candles light measurementsAverage and max light values

This app provides precise light measurements in lux and foot candles, along with real-time color temperature readings. It offers shooting value recommendations and allows manual adjustment of camera settings for photographers, plant enthusiasts, and workspace optimization.

Test Films, Lenses and Formats

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Kontakt Exposure Meter

Live exposure previewManual ISO, aperture, shutter speed controlsAutomatic exposure metering

This app helps film photographers test compositions and exposures before shooting, saving film. It offers precise control over camera settings, lens focal length, and film types for a realistic preview.

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Exposure IQ: Smart Light Meter

DSLR & Mirrorless Camera Guide

Precise camera settings (ISO, aperture, shutter speed)Goal-based exposure optimizationFace detection for weighted exposure

This app analyzes light and scene conditions to provide precise camera settings for your DSLR or mirrorless camera. It offers goal-based exposure recommendations, including ISO, aperture, and shutter speed, to help you capture the perfect shot.

by Christoph Kretschmer