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Best Camera Apps in 2026

Camera apps support photo and video capture, with options such as manual camera controls, RAW photos and external camera support. This list covers tools for iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Linux and the web.

  1. 1

    DroidCam

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2

    DroidCam provides phone-camera connections for chat and production software, with a direct OBS option.

    7.5 Free plan Visit site
  2. 2

    Cheese

    Free plan Linux

    Choose Cheese if you use Linux with GNOME and want a free webcam app with effects, burst mode, and basic camera controls. It also provides fullscreen use and several sharing routes.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    ManyCam

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1

    ManyCam brings virtual camera, background, and production tools together for video calls and streaming.

    7.2 Free plan · paid from $59/yr Visit site
  4. 4

    Hipstamatic

    by Hipstamatic
    Free plan iPhoneMac

    Hipstamatic combines analog-inspired camera modes, a large editing catalog, and social photography features.

    7.0 Free plan Visit site
  5. 5

    VSCO

    by VSCO
    Free plan WebiPhoneAndroid

    Pick VSCO if you want a multi-platform photo editor with batch editing, RAW support, cloud sync, and AI retouching.

    6.8 Free plan · paid from $2.49/mo (annual) · 7-day trial Visit site
  6. 6

    FileVault

    Free plan Mac

    FileVault provides full-volume Mac encryption with recovery options and organization controls.

    6.7 Free plan Visit site
  7. 7

    Retrica

    by Retrica
    Free plan AndroidiPhone

    Retrica combines retro camera effects, editing, community sharing, and AI image features in mobile apps.

    6.7 Free plan Visit site
  8. 8

    Filmode

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
    6.1 Free plan Visit site
  9. 9

    Dazz Cam

    Free plan iPhone
    6.0 Free plan Visit site
  10. 10

    Halide

    by Halide
    Free trial iPhone

    Halide focuses on direct camera control, RAW workflows, and selectable image processing on iPhone.

    5.8 7-day trial Visit site
  11. 11

    Varlens

    Free plan AndroidiPhone
    5.7 Free plan Visit site
  12. 12

    ProCamera

    Free plan iPhone
    5.6 Free plan Visit site
  13. 13

    Windows Camera

    Free plan Windows
    5.4 Free plan Visit site
  14. 14

    CyberLink YouCam

    Paid Windows

    YouCam combines scene composition with background effects and optional makeup and animated effects.

    5.0 From $14.99/mo Visit site
  15. 15

    Camera FV-5

    Paid Android
    4.7 Visit site
  16. 16

    Filmic Pro

    Paid AndroidiPhone
    4.4 Visit site
  17. 17

    ProShot

    Paid AndroidiPhone
    4.1 Visit site
  18. 18

    Moment Pro Camera II

    Paid iPhone
    4.0 From $9.99 Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

Compare free plans, free trials and paid starting prices before choosing. Check video resolution, RAW capture, external camera support and platform fit. If you need to read or change code, review the software licence.

Questions

Are free camera apps available?

Yes. The category includes free software and apps with free plans, including Cheese, Dazz Cam, DroidCam, Filmode and ManyCam.

Do camera apps offer free trials?

Items in this category offer free trials. Check the trial terms before payment.

Which platforms do these camera apps support?

The list includes tools for iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, Linux and the web. Platform support differs by item.

Can I use manual camera controls?

Manual camera controls are a comparison point for this list. Check the individual item details to see whether the controls you need are available.

Can these apps record high-resolution video?

Video capture and maximum video resolution are compared for the listed tools. Review those details for the resolution you need.

Do they support RAW photos or external cameras?

RAW photo capture and external camera support are comparison points. Check an item's details before choosing it for either use.

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