ProCamera
A manual camera app for iPhone with RAW capture, focus peaking, exposure tools and a built-in editor
by Cocologics GmbH · listed Oct 27, 2026
Quick verdict
If you want real manual control on an iPhone, ProCamera is one of the most established options and worth trying during the free trial. Casual shooters may find the stock camera is enough.
Best for iPhone photographers who want manual exposure, focus and RAW capture with proper on-screen aids
Reviewed by AppsPicks on Oct 27, 2026. How we review
ProCamera review
ProCamera replaces the stock iPhone camera with one that gives you real control over a shot. You can leave it in automatic, use a semi-auto mode, or set focus, exposure and white balance yourself, including gray card calibration. It saves RAW, ProRAW, TIFF, JPG and HEIF, works with all of your iPhone's lenses, and supports external lenses and microphones. It suits hobbyists and working photographers who want more than tap-to-shoot without carrying a separate camera.
In daily use you can stay in point-and-shoot until a scene calls for more, then switch to manual with a tap. Focus peaking and zebra stripes show you what is sharp and what is blowing out before you press the shutter. Photos land in your regular iOS photo library. Afterward you can edit them in the app, check full EXIF data, and share with location tags removed or files shrunk to save data.
Why we picked it: It has been refined since 2009, and its exposure and focus aids make manual shooting on a phone practical.
Watch out for: The download is free, but the listing leads with a 7-day trial, so plan on paying to keep the full feature set.
What we like
- Separate focus and exposure control with full manual mode
- Focus peaking and zebra stripes for judging sharpness and highlights
- RAW, ProRAW, TIFF, JPG and HEIF capture
- Share options that strip geo-tags or downsize files
- Works with external lenses and microphones
What could be better
- Full features appear to require a subscription after the trial
- iPhone and iPad only, with no official Android version
- The number of controls can feel busy if you just want quick snapshots
Questions about ProCamera
Is ProCamera free?
It is free to download, but the store listing promotes a 7-day free trial, which suggests the main features need a paid upgrade. Check the current pricing in the App Store before committing.
Is there an Android version?
Not from Cocologics. The ProCamera app on Google Play comes from a different developer, ABD Apps LLC, and is unrelated.
Can it shoot RAW?
Yes. It captures RAW and ProRAW on supported iPhones, along with TIFF, JPG and HEIF.
Does it help with privacy when sharing photos?
Yes. Its sharing options can remove location data from photos and videos before you send them.
Where are my photos saved?
Shots go into your regular iOS photo library, so you don't have to export them from a separate app vault.
From the developer: how ProCamera describes itself
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THE ORIGINAL: ProCamera is the ultimate photo and video app for enthusiasts, creatives, and professionals. Experience the power of a DSLR camera with ProCamera's innovative features and seamless integration with your iOS photo library.
ProCamera perfectly blends simplicity with sophistication: Choose from easy point-and-shoot mode, semi-automatic mode or dive into full manual controls with just a tap. Effortlessly capture stunning images and film like a pro with advanced features and support for external lenses and microphones.
The powerful editing suite allows you to elevate your images with a wide range of tools for complete creative control. Know everything about your captures with our pro-level EXIF/metadata viewer. Enjoy custom sharing options to easily remove geo-tags for increased privacy or downsize photos and videos to save data.
Trusted since 2009 and continuously refined through years of innovation, ProCamera is loved worldwide: Featured by Apple, numerous prestigious awards and more than 40k 5-star reviews!
––– KEY FEATURES FOR UNRIVALED CONTROL ––– Independent focus & exposure control Auto, Semi-Auto, full Manual mode Manual focus & focus peaking Exposure compensation with zebra stripes Portrait mode with depth preview RAW, ProRAW, TIFF, JPG & HEIF Optical & digital zoom (up to 24x) Manual white balance (incl. gray card calibration) Support for all lenses (ultra wide, wide, tele, LiDAR) 48 MP photos (iPhone 14 Pro and up) Configurable capture quality Lock screen camera Support for Camera Control Button (iPhone 16 and up) Custom launch settings Selftimer & ProTimer intervalometer Selfie mode with display flash Image stabilization on/off EXIF & metadata viewer Live Histogram Aspect Ratios (4:3, 5:4, 3:2, 1:1, 16:9, 2:1, 2.4:1, 3:1, golden ratio) Adjustable LED light Rapid Fire photo series Apple Watch Remote Trigger Powerful gallery with iCloud integration Support for iOS albums Mirroring options Anti-Shake 3D Tiltmeter Photo Compass Code Scanner (QR, Barcode,…) Date stamp & copyright field Volume button & full screen trigger Lightbox (optional internal save location for easy file sharing)
––– ADDITIONAL VIDEO FEATURES ––– Video resolution options (4K, 1080, 720, 480 VGA) Frame rates (24, 25, 30, 48, 50, 60, 96, 100, 120, 192, 200, 240 fps) Codecs (H.264, H.265 HEVC, ProRes, ProRes RAW) Log profile High bitrate recording Record to external USB-C drive Connect bluetooth, lightning, USB microphones Stereo audio & Audiometer Disk space indicator Still photo capture while filming
––– PHOTO EDITING ––– ProRAW/RAW Editing Depth editing (Bokeh, simulated aperture) EDR and ISO HDR 100+ photo filters Wide range of pro tools Save & export options (resize, convert to jpeg, remove geotag) Automatic Perspective Correction (APC)
––– INCLUDED PREMIUM FEATURES ––– Get access to premium features such as Auto Perspective Correction with Live Preview for professional-looking photos free of perspective distortion, custom camera presets (Exposure, WB, Focus) for a fast and consistent workflow, anamorphic lens support, (RAW) exposure bracketing, safeguarded Private Lightbox folder, and specialty photo filter sets. After the free trial, ProCamera is available as a subscription. Terms & Conditions: procamera-app.com/terms
Text from the app store listing, quoted for reference. Our own take is above.
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