# Hypocam

> Photo & Video

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1077991979](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1077991979)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1077991979`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** pierre gougelet
- **Category:** Photo & Video
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (405 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1.2
- **Last updated:** 2021-07-15
- **First published:** 2016-03-07
- **Size:** 40 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hypocam/id1077991979)
- **Website:** [http://www.hypocam.com](http://www.hypocam.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.hypocam.com/privacy-policy](http://www.hypocam.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Hypocam is the ultimate black and white camera. Shoot with live-view controls to master monochrome photography, edit with exclusive tools designed for BW, and share your BW creations to the community.

Stay inspired with a built-in news feed of top BW photos, and enhance your edits with the latest presets and tools to elevate every shot. Founded in 2013, Hypocam empowers your storytelling and helps every moment become memorable.

## Rankings

- #79,547 — Overall

## Review summary

The app excels at black-and-white photography with film-like tones, grain, and a rich set of previewable filters, all wrapped in a distinctive, artistic UI that feels tactile and fun. Reviewers repeatedly cite missing core camera controls and lens options, framing/preview crop issues on some devices, and library/sharing glitches after updates. Despite these gaps, it remains highly praised for its mood, texture, and creative workflow.

### Pros

- Stellar black-and-white rendering with authentic tones and film-like grain.
- Rich pre-shot options like color filters and film-grain textures you can preview before shooting.
- Distinctive artistic UI and tactile, retro camera feel.
- User-friendly interface that still offers creative pro features.
- Overall fun to use and inspiring for photographers.

### Cons

- Missing essential camera controls (volume shutter, video mode, exposure/focus control, timer, zoom, and multi-lens access).
- No option to switch lenses on many devices.
- Framing/preview issues: cropped view and full-screen overlay on some iPhones, making it hard to see the full frame.
- Library/import issues after updates: trouble accessing camera roll or editing photos from the album.
- Occasional instability and sharing/upload problems (e.g., Instagram upload errors or feature regressions).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1077991979)