Vistax - Pro Camera
Manual RAW & Film Simulations
$6.99
Vistax combines pro-level manual controls with creative tools like film simulations and Zen mode — all in a privacy-first camera app with zero tracking.
Pro-Level Control:
- Manual Mode: Full control over shutter speed, ISO, white balance, and focus
- ProRAW/DNG: RAW capture for maximum post-processing flexibility
- Non-Destructive Edits: Apply color filters or image formats while preserving your original — saved as an iOS photo edit or a separate file
Creative Expression:
- Zen Mode: A distraction-free, minimalist interface focused solely on composition
- Film Simulations: A vast library including iconic Fuji-X emulations. Bring your own custom .cube LUTs
- Camera Presets: Save and recall your favorite camera settings with a single tap
Exposure Tools:
- Shutter priority, ISO priority, full auto, and manual exposure modes
- Automatic exposure bracketing: up to 5 brackets, -5/+5 EV
- Exposure compensation, live histogram, and zebra over-exposure warning
Full Feature Set:
• iOS Widget: Quick access to presets from your home or lock screen
• Camera Control: Launch Vistax or take shots with the hardware Camera Control (iPhone 16 & 17 Pro & Pro Max)
• High-Resolution Capture: Stunning 48MP images (*)
• Portrait Mode: Professional portraits with depth effects (*)
• iOS Deep Fusion and Smart HDR (*)
• Focus peaking and manual focus
• Manual and auto white balance
• Capture in HEIC / JPEG / RAW+JPEG / RAW+HEIC / RAW / ProRAW (DNG)
• Wide Gamut: Vibrant, accurate colors across supported displays
• Composition Aids: Rule of thirds, golden triangles, and fine mesh grids
• Rangefinder Mode: See beyond the frame with rangefinder-style framing lines
• Shutter Timer: 3s and 10s delays
Privacy-First
• Vistax contains zero tracking or third-party SDKs
(*) Compatibility Notes
Some features depend on your device's hardware:
• Camera Control: iPhone 16 Pro (& Max), 17 Pro (& Max)
• 48MP capture: iPhone 14 Pro (& Max) and later Pro models. Not available in manual, semi-auto, or portrait modes
• ProRAW: iPhone 12 Pro (& Max) and later Pro models
• RAW: Most iPhones from 6S onwards, iPad Pro (varies by model)
• Portrait mode: iPhone 7 Plus and later, iPad Pro
• Smart HDR / Deep Fusion: iPhone 11 and later
• Ultra Wide lens may not support RAW or manual focus/exposure modes on some devices
more I was looking for an easy way to apply fuji film simulations and have loved using this app. I don’t know how accurate they are to the actual recipes but you get enough options to find a preset that you will like. It’s snappy and simple to use. I don’t have to agonize over changing the S Curve or percentages. This app intentionally keeps it simple so you can enjoy the moment. I also like that it’s a one-time payment. The developer takes a lot of pride in improving this app and he’s responsive to your questions and critiques. I use fujifilm proneg and Astoria the most and I love how it gives my iPhone photos a little bit of an analog feel.
I was looking for an easy way to apply fuji film simulations and have loved using this app. I don’t know how accurate they are to the actual recipes but you get enough options to find a preset that you will like. It’s snappy and simple to use. I don’t have to agonize over changing the S Curve or percentages. This app intentionally keeps it simple so you can enjoy the moment. I also like that it’s a one-time payment. The developer takes a lot of pride in improving this app and he’s responsive to your questions and critiques. I use fujifilm proneg and Astoria the most and I love how it gives my iPhone photos a little bit of an analog feel.
I usually don’t leave reviews but I have tested virtually every iPhone camera alternative and film simulation app and Vistax beats them all by a long shot. The app has all the functionality of a comprehensive alternative camera app + the most accurate Fujifilm film simulation/recipes I have found (have not tested the other simulations in the app yet). Removes the hassle of needing to edit the photos in a editing software to try to recreate the look. With this app + one of the newer iPhone models you are able to get very close to a photo taken straight out of a Fujifilm x100v (or similar) camera.
I usually don’t leave reviews but I have tested virtually every iPhone camera alternative and film simulation app and Vistax beats them all by a long shot. The app has all the functionality of a comprehensive alternative camera app + the most accurate Fujifilm film simulation/recipes I have found (have not tested the other simulations in the app yet). Removes the hassle of needing to edit the photos in a editing software to try to recreate the look. With this app + one of the newer iPhone models you are able to get very close to a photo taken straight out of a Fujifilm x100v (or similar) camera.
I found this app to be incredibly well made. It offers a great array of functions and is just what I was looking for. Can't wait to see where this app is headed! A must try for every fan of film emulations.
I found this app to be incredibly well made. It offers a great array of functions and is just what I was looking for. Can't wait to see where this app is headed! A must try for every fan of film emulations.
Alas … this was my go-to camera app.
Developer Response Hello, are you still having any issue ?there was an issue which had been fixed, v1.8.7 has been released a while ago, sorry about this, Thanks
Alas … this was my go-to camera app.
Hello, are you still having any issue ?there was an issue which had been fixed, v1.8.7 has been released a while ago, sorry about this, Thanks
This release improves responsiveness across the app, adds compatibility and UI improvements for iOS 26, and full support for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, fixes and improves the photo library UI, and a few minor bugs.
Introducing lockscreen widgets: Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 and later Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.9.3 Mar 30
This release improves responsiveness across the app, adds compatibility and UI improvements for iOS 26, and full support for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, fixes and improves the photo library UI, and a few minor bugs.
Introducing lockscreen widgets: Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 and later Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.9.2 Mar 24
This release improves responsiveness across the app, adds compatibility and UI improvements for iOS 26, and full support for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max.
Introducing lockscreen widgets: Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.9.1 Feb 16
This release improves responsiveness across the app, adds compatibility and UI improvements for iOS 26, and full support for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max.
Introducing lockscreen widgets: Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.9.0 Feb 14
This release fixes a crash on iOS v17.5 and under, introduces support iOS 18 lockscreen launch and iPhone 16 Pro camera controls, speed improvements and minor bug fixes.
Introducing lockscreen widgets: Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.8.7 12/15/2024
This release introduces support iOS 18 lockscreen launch and iPhone 16 Pro camera controls, speed improvements and minor bug fixes.
Introducing lockscreen widgets: Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.8.6 12/06/2024
This minor release introduces support for zero shutter lag and responsive capture on iOS 17, support for HEIC format iOS photo edits, and some minor bug fixes
Introducing lockscreen widgets: Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.8.5 11/15/2023
This minor release introduces support for zero shutter lag and responsive capture on iOS 17, and some minor bug fixes.
Introducing lockscreen widgets: Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.8.4 09/20/2023
This release introduces lockscreen widgets - Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.8.3 07/06/2023
This release introduces lockscreen widgets - Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.8.2 12/13/2022
This release introduces lockscreen widgets - Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.8.1 12/03/2022
This release introduces lockscreen widgets - Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
1.8.0 10/30/2022
This release fixes a small issue with image meta-data and improves shot-to-shot time
1.7.0 09/10/2022
This release fixes a couple of bugs related to camera kits/presets and RAW file handling
1.6.4 07/14/2022
This release fixes a bug where manual exposure modes may be disengaged in some circumstances
1.6.3 06/09/2022
This release introduce an iOS Widget, support for .cube LUT files, and improved Portrait Mode performance
1.6.2 04/19/2022
This release introduce an iOS Widget, support for .cube LUT files, and improved Portrait Mode performance
1.6.1 04/12/2022
This release introduce an iOS Widget, support for .cube LUT files, and improved Portrait Mode performance
1.6.0 04/10/2022
This release brings an improved image editing experience, introduces Siri shortcuts, and fixes a few issues on iOS 15.
1.5.1 10/10/2021
This release brings an improved image editing experience, and introduces Siri shortcuts
1.5.0 07/11/2021
This release brings automatic exposure bracketing (up to 5 brackets), new film simulations, performance improvements, and fix an issue with RAW capture on certain devices
1.4.2 06/30/2021
This release brings automatic exposure bracketing (up to 5 brackets), new film simulations, performance improvements, and fix an issue with RAW capture on certain devices
1.4.1 06/08/2021
This release brings automatic exposure bracketing (up to 5 brackets), new film simulations, minor bug fixes, performance improvements.
1.4.0 06/02/2021
ProRAW file support, home screen quick actions (launch Vistax in a specific Camera Kits configuration), minor bug fixes and improvements.
1.3.0 03/11/2021
This release fixes an issue with the portrait mode indicator not always working, adds Fuji X film emulation profiles, and includes a few other minor bug fixes and improvements.
1.2.0 12/10/2020
This release improves responsiveness across the app, adds compatibility and UI improvements for iOS 26, and full support for iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, fixes and improves the photo library UI, and a few minor bugs.
Introducing lockscreen widgets: Launch Vistax right from your lockscreen! For example you could make Vistax Camera Kit 1 your street photography preset, say with 3:2 aspect ratio, 1/1000s shutter speed, 48MP HEIC and a Delta 100 Black & White analog film simulation, and set Camera Kit 2 to be your landscape camera kit with wide angle lens, 3 auto-exposure bracketing, ProRAW file format and golden triangles grid view. You can create up to 5 camera kits with any configuration you like, and launch Vistax fully configured with any of those, right from your lock screen!
Full 48MP capture support on iPhone 14 and later Pro devices for incredibly detailed shots. You can switch resolutions right in the app, without needing to navigate to a settings screen. 48MP resolution capture is supported for HEIC, JPEG and RAW / ProRAW.
And a whole range of other improvements: more image meta-data in image viewer, Remember Settings now include zen mode, an option to mirror selfies automatically, and shot-to-shot time improvements.
As always, if you like this upgrade, consider giving us a positive review in the app store - and if you encounter any issue, please get in touch at feedback@vistax.app. Happy shooting!
more Version 1.9.3 Mar 30
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