Slow Shutter Cam

Slow Shutter Cam

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Slow Shutter Cam: DSLR-Quality Long Exposure Photography in Your Pocket

Capture stunning motion blur, vibrant light trails, and breathtaking low-light shots. Unlock the professional creative power of your iPhone with manual control and real-time previews.

Publisher

Cogitap Software

Category

Photo & Video

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

4.4/5

Total Ratings

16K+

Locales

4

Art in Every Frame

Discover the interface used by 1M+ users.

Slow Shutter Cam app interface showing a long exposure motion blur effect of a moving train in a station

Slow Shutter Cam app interface showing a long exposure motion blur effect of a moving train in a station

Slow Shutter Cam app interface on iPhone showing manual controls for motion blur strength and shutter speed over a light trail photo.

Slow Shutter Cam app interface on iPhone showing manual controls for motion blur strength and shutter speed over a light trail photo.

Slow Shutter Cam app interface showing the light trail capture mode with manual shutter speed and ISO settings.

Slow Shutter Cam app interface showing the light trail capture mode with manual shutter speed and ISO settings.

Slow Shutter Cam app interface showing the Freeze Control tool being used to edit a motion blur photo of a roller coaster.

Slow Shutter Cam app interface showing the Freeze Control tool being used to edit a motion blur photo of a roller coaster.

iPhone app capturing a long exposure waterfall with motion blur effect

iPhone app capturing a long exposure waterfall with motion blur effect

Unlock the Art of Long Exposure

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 1M+ users.

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Cinematic Motion Blur

Create silky-smooth waterfalls and artistic movement effects using professional-grade shutter priority modes for thumb-stopping visuals.

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Dynamic Light Trails

Paint with light to capture neon city traffic, fireworks, and star trails without the complex setup of a traditional manual camera.

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DSLR-Level Precision

Take full creative command with manual ISO, unlimited shutter speeds, and Apple Watch remote support for perfectly sharp, long-duration captures.

About the app

Everything you need to know about Slow Shutter Cam.

Description

Slow Shutter Cam brings new life into your device's photo toolbox by letting you capture a variety of amazing slow shutter speed effects that you only thought you could get with a DSLR. Continue reading to learn more about this unique app! ----------------------- • Featured numerous times by Apple: - App Store Essentials: Camera & Photography - Photography for Professionals - Total Control - Extraordinary Photo Apps - Best New App ----------------------- "It’s one of those rare photography apps that creates effects that few others are capable of, and it does it easily and with better results." — Marty Yawnick, Life In LoFi ----------------------- How many times have you tried to capture artful images with your iPhone camera but were left wishing you had more features to work with? Slow Shutter Cam puts an end to mere snapshots and gives you some of the most powerful features of a DSLR camera. All this, in a package that fits in your pocket. Slow Shutter Cam offers three capture modes to capture unique images: MOTION BLUR: Equivalent to the shutter priority mode on a DSLR, the Motion Blur mode is perfect for creating ghost images, waterfall effects or suggesting movement in your photographs by adding a blur. LIGHT TRAIL: The Light Trail mode allows you to 'paint' with light, show car light trails and fireworks or capture any other moving light in a unique way. Unlike shooting with a DSLR and being tied to specific rigid settings to obtain good results, the Light Trail mode takes care of the essentials, letting your creativity soar! LOW LIGHT: In low light conditions, this capture mode allows the camera to accumulate every photon of light hitting the sensor. The longer the shutter speed, the more light it will accumulate. You can even fine-tune the result using the exposure compensation slider to achieve the exact effect you want! Highlights: • Unlimited Shutter Speed and manual ISO • Option to resume capture and create multiple exposure photos • Real time live preview - See the result in real time • Innovative 'Freeze' and ‘Blur Strength’ controls • Tap to adjust focus/exposure • Time-lapse Intervalometer • Apple Watch support and handy Self-Timer • Full resolution support on every devices • Camera Control support (iPhone 16) With Slow Shutter Cam on your iPhone you get the features of a DSLR camera with the convenience of a device that you can drop in your pocket and take with you wherever you go. Download it now and put an end to mere snapshots! Search #slowshuttercam on Instagram or visit the "Slow Shutter Cam - iPhone" group on flickr for amazing samples!

Latest Version

6.2

Size

4.0 MB

First Released

Feb 23, 2010

Stop Taking Snapshots, Start Creating Art

Join over a million creators turning their iPhone into a DSLR. Get Slow Shutter Cam now and master the art of long-exposure photography wherever you go.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Slow Shutter Cam

What is the Slow Shutter Cam app?

Slow Shutter Cam transforms your device's photo capabilities, enabling the capture of various slow shutter speed effects typically associated with DSLR cameras. It provides powerful features in a pocket-sized package.

What are the main capture modes available in Slow Shutter Cam?

Slow Shutter Cam offers three distinct capture modes: Motion Blur, Light Trail, and Low Light. Each mode is designed for specific photographic effects and creative control.

How does the Motion Blur mode work in Slow Shutter Cam?

The Motion Blur mode in Slow Shutter Cam creates ghost images, waterfall effects, or suggests movement by adding blur to photographs. It functions similarly to a DSLR's shutter priority mode.

Can Slow Shutter Cam create light trail effects?

Yes, Slow Shutter Cam's Light Trail mode allows users to "paint" with light, capture car light trails, and fireworks. This mode simplifies the process compared to DSLR settings, enhancing creativity.

How does Slow Shutter Cam improve low light photography?

Slow Shutter Cam's Low Light mode accumulates every photon hitting the sensor, enhancing brightness. A longer shutter speed gathers more light, and an exposure compensation slider fine-tunes the result.

Does Slow Shutter Cam provide manual controls for photography?

Yes, Slow Shutter Cam includes manual ISO and unlimited shutter speed. It also features tap-to-adjust focus/exposure, innovative 'Freeze' and 'Blur Strength' controls, and a time-lapse intervalometer.

Does Slow Shutter Cam offer a real-time live preview?

Yes, Slow Shutter Cam provides a real-time live preview. This feature allows users to see the effect of their settings immediately before capturing the image.

Can users create waterfall effects with Slow Shutter Cam?

Yes, Slow Shutter Cam is specifically designed to create waterfall effects. The Motion Blur mode is perfect for capturing the silky smooth appearance of moving water.

What is the 'Freeze' control feature in Slow Shutter Cam?

The 'Freeze' control in Slow Shutter Cam is an innovative feature that allows users to adjust and fine-tune the motion blur effect after capture, as demonstrated in Screenshot #4.

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