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Add to SafariWhen comparing Instagram vs VSCO Cam, the Slant community recommends VSCO Cam for most people. In the question“What are the best photography apps for iPhone?” VSCO Cam is ranked 3rd while Instagram is ranked 6th. The most important reason people chose VSCO Cam is:
Any filter can be applied on a scale of 1-12 and filters can be applied in layers over each other.
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Pros
Pro Good platform for exposure
Instagram is the photo sharing app with the most users.
Pro Great photo filters
Instagram's adjustable filters can completely change the way a photo looks.
Pro Tons of editing tools
Instagram lets users adjust brightness, temperature, saturation, highlights, shadows, and sharpening.
Pro Adjustable filter intensity
Any filter can be applied on a scale of 1-12 and filters can be applied in layers over each other.
Pro Easy and polished UI
The VSCO cam has a minimalistic approach to the interface. The color scheme is mostly black and grey, and many buttons don't have labels.
Pro Option to tap any part of the screen to take a photo
With VSCO cam, a mode can be selected where a photo can be taken by touching anywhere on the screen, not just one specific button.
Pro 15 in app tools
This app has many of the tools users expect and more. These include exposure, temperature, contrast, saturation, sharpening, and more.
Pro Social media integration
VSCO Cam integrates with Titter, Instagram, Facebook, and G+ for quick sharing.
Pro In-app camera roll
The VSCO camera roll can be kept separate from the primary one, or combined.
Pro High quality filters
Pro Optional social network
VSCO Cam has an in-app sharing platform, but it doesn't force users to join. For those who opt in, the experience is much like Instagram but without spammy likes or ads.
Cons
Con Awkward framing
Photos shot in Instagram must be in a square format. Uploaded photos must be cropped to be square shaped.
Con Filled with children
Instagram is extremely popular with middle school and high school kids.
Con Lack of direction
Instead of doing a great job at one thing, this app spreads the focus over a number of mediocre features. Overall, everything is good, but this app doesn't stand out.
