# Hypocam

> Hypocam is the ultimate App for black and white photography.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xnview.hypocam](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xnview.hypocam)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.xnview.hypocam`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** XnView
- **Category:** PHOTOGRAPHY
- **Downloads:** 5,620,358
- **Rating:** 4.35 / 5 (22,661 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.4.9
- **Last updated:** 2025-08-08
- **First published:** 2016-11-22
- **Publisher country:** FR
- **Size:** 46 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xnview.hypocam)
- **Website:** [http://www.hypocam.com](http://www.hypocam.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.xnview.com/PrivacyPolicy.html](https://www.xnview.com/PrivacyPolicy.html)

## Description

Hypocam is the premier black and white photography app designed to empower creative control over your monochrome images. With live-view shooting controls, Hypocam allows you to capture the authentic essence of your subject in stunning black and white detail.

Beyond shooting, Hypocam offers a variety of innovative editing tools specifically crafted for monochrome photography, enabling you to uniquely express your artistic vision. The app also features a built-in news feed to keep you inspired and connected to the latest black and white photography trends and remarkable works.

Share your creations effortlessly on popular social networks using the #hypocam tag to join a vibrant community of black and white photo enthusiasts. Constantly evolving, Hypocam provides new presets and tools to enhance your editing experience, making it the best professional camera and creative suite right in your pocket. Established in 2013, Hypocam continually pushes the boundaries of monochrome photography while celebrating the art of storytelling through visuals.

## Rankings

- #22,167 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FLASHLIGHT`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.xnview.hypocam.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users praise Hypocam for strong monochrome rendering and straightforward editing, but complain about purchasing textures not downloading, request missing features (video mode and 16:9), and report occasional performance issues. The app remains a favored tool for black-and-white work, yet needs improved license handling and feature updates.

### Pros

- Excellent black-and-white photography quality; Hypocam consistently renders striking monochrome images.
- Powerful post-processing tools and textures/filters with a minimal, intuitive interface.
- Clean, simple UI that stays focused on monochrome editing and is easy to use.
- Free to use with optional paid filters/textures; good value for photographers.
- Becomes a reliable part of a photographer's toolbox, especially for monochrome workflows.

### Cons

- Filter/texture purchases sometimes aren’t downloaded or accessible post-purchase, and cross-device transfer or support is unreliable.
- Users repeatedly request missing features like video recording and a 16:9 shooting option.

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