When comparing VSCO Cam vs ProCamera, 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 ProCamera is ranked 4th. 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 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.
Pro Balanced features to user experience and ease of use
Pro Apple watch compatible
The apple watch provides a preview, remote trigger, change mode (picture to hdr, record video, low light+) possibly more.
Cons
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.
Con No panorama mode
Con No face detection or zones
Con Exif data faulty or non-compliant
A better file renamer was unable to read Exif data from files produced from procamera.
Con In-app-purchases (IAPs) make this app mildly expensive
Add ons available as of today March 11th, 2016 include:
VividHDR$1.99
Low Light and Slow Shutter $2.99
So total price could be as high as $9.97