Photon 7.0 is now a native iPad camera, supports iOS 27 and iPhone 18 Pro! Photon is now a native iPad camera. All your pro tools are there: manual controls, histogram, level, focus peaking, and loupe, with layouts designed for the larger screen. A dedicated editing sidebar gives your photos more room while keeping adjustments close at hand. Smart Selection lets you adjust one part of a photograph independently. In the adjustments panel, turn on selection mode and tap an object. Photon detects the object's edges and highlights it, so your adjustments affect only that region. Invert the selection to work on everything outside it instead. Brighten your subject, cool the background, or give each its own look. Requires iOS 27. New Blur and Sharpen tools give you more ways to shape your photos. Apply them to the whole image, or combine them with Smart Selection to soften a background or bring out detail in your subject. And there is more: * Support for iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max. * Manual aperture control on iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, in Photon and through Camera Control. * Refreshed manual controls with clear labels, improved contrast, and easier-to-tap buttons. * Smoother transitions between the photo browser and editor. * Clearer explanations when the camera is interrupted, with automatic recovery when it becomes available again. * More reliable RAW burst shooting, with reduced memory use during sustained bursts. * Photos taken with Process Control now open directly in the editor. We would love to hear how Photon feels on iPad. Use the in-app bug reporter or email us at support@photon.cam. If you are enjoying Photon, a quick rating on the App Store helps us a lot. The Photon Team

This update is all about the Quick Editor, with faster improvements and more control in every edit. Auto enhance Tap the magic wand and Photon instantly analyzes your photo to correct exposure, contrast, color cast, and saturation. When the subject is clear, it can also suggest a crop. Each change is applied directly to the matching sliders, so you can fine-tune the look or undo the entire Auto result with a single tap. Undo & redo New buttons in the navigation bar make it easy to step back and forward through your edits. A slider drag counts as one step, and the preview crossfades smoothly as you move through your history, so you always know exactly what changed. RAW Mix For images that include both RAW and processed versions, use a new slider to blend them. Dial in the exact balance between RAW flexibility and processed polish, then keep your chosen mix because it’s saved with the edit. Polish We refined the toolbar for a cleaner workflow, kept Auto within reach for quick re-tries, added subtle haptic feedback, and expanded the editing view on iPhone when in portrait for a more comfortable, spacious experience.

This update is all about the Quick Editor, with faster improvements and more control in every edit. Auto enhance Tap the magic wand and Photon instantly analyzes your photo to correct exposure, contrast, color cast, and saturation. When the subject is clear, it can also suggest a crop. Each change is applied directly to the matching sliders, so you can fine-tune the look or undo the entire Auto result with a single tap. Undo & redo New buttons in the navigation bar make it easy to step back and forward through your edits. A slider drag counts as one step, and the preview crossfades smoothly as you move through your history, so you always know exactly what changed. RAW Mix For images that include both RAW and processed versions, use a new slider to blend them. Dial in the exact balance between RAW flexibility and processed polish, then keep your chosen mix because it’s saved with the edit. Polish We refined the toolbar for a cleaner workflow, kept Auto within reach for quick re-tries, added subtle haptic feedback, and expanded the editing view on iPhone when in portrait for a more comfortable, spacious experience.

Photon 6.6 adds remote shutter control to Apple Watch. Now you can open Photon on your iPhone, frame your photo, then use the Apple Watch shutter button to capture without touching your iPhone. On the Watch, you will see the camera readiness status, connection stays in sync with the iPhone camera, and a dedicated Photon trigger button is built for the smaller Apple Watch screen. Timer mode is supported as well. If you set a timer on iPhone, pressing the Watch shutter starts the countdown instead of taking the photo right away. During the countdown, tap again to cancel, just like the iPhone shutter button. Have feedback or suggestions? Use the in-app bug reporter to contact us. We are here to help.

Photon 6.5 is here: meet Quick Editor. A fast, streamlined way to fine-tune photos without leaving Photon. Edit right where you shoot, faster than ever. * Real-time edits powered by our new rendering engine * Adjust contrast, vignette, filters, and more, all with live thumbnail previews * Use the crop tool, it is fast and precise * Non-destructive edits with reliable, atomic saving * Instant thumbnail refresh so your library stays in sync Darkroom integration: If Darkroom is installed, photos open there by default, long-press to jump straight into Quick Editor. Localized in English, Spanish, German, and Simplified Chinese, so more photographers can use Photon in their language.

In this update, we've addressed a variety of localization issues to enhance your experience, ensuring clearer content. Enjoy a more intuitive interaction with improved language support.

Photon 6.0.4 includes some minor bug fixes, while Photon 6.0 introduced a more modern look with Liquid Glass styling, broader support for the newest iPhones (including 48MP capture on 2025 devices), and a smoother, more reliable camera experience with improved rotation/orientation handling.

Photon 6.0.3 includes some minor bug fixes, while Photon 6.0 introduced a more modern look with Liquid Glass styling, broader support for the newest iPhones (including 48MP capture on 2025 devices), and a smoother, more reliable camera experience with improved rotation/orientation handling.

Photon 6.0.2 fixes an issue where the front camera could not be selected on iPhone 17 Pro, and resolves a related bug that caused the viewfinder to display with incorrect orientation when using the front camera on that device.

iOS 26 & Liquid Glass are here. This version introduces support for iOS 26 ensuring seamless performance with Apple’s new Liquid Glass interface. This update brings full compatibility with iOS 26’s system behaviors. Whether you're shooting in Manual, Express, or Process Control mode, Photon continues to deliver professional-grade results with maximum efficiency and precision.

Liquid Glass is here. This version introduces support for iOS 26 and the latest iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and iPhone Air models, ensuring seamless performance with Apple’s new Liquid Glass interface. This update brings full compatibility with iOS 26’s system behaviors. Whether you're shooting in Manual, Express, or Process Control mode, Photon continues to deliver professional-grade results with maximum efficiency and precision on the newest devices.

This release provides support for iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air.

Photon 5.5 introduces seamless integration with Darkroom, making it easier than ever to edit your photos with pro-level tools. Now, after capturing an image in Photon, you can send it directly to Darkroom for instant editing—no exporting required. Whether you're working with RAW or not, this new workflow streamlines your process and lets you get from shoot to finished photo faster. As always, thank you for helping shape Photon with your feedback, we are excited to keep building the tools you need!

Photon 5.4 supercharges your workflow with a completely redesigned photo browser that packs a full-screen, drag-down grid, thumbnail scrubbing, and instant swipe-to-dismiss. You’ll see at-a-glance badges (and optional toggle) for any photo captured in Process Control mode. Our revision tracking process ensures only edited images reload, keeping everything up to date without stuttering. We’ve squashed a stack of pesky landscape, alignment, and gesture bugs. And if that wasn't enough, we also tightened the UI for a cleaner, distraction-free experience.

Bug fixes and polished translations that feel native for a smoother experience in every language.

We've been hard at work refining your experience with this latest update. Behind the scenes, we've resolved several issues that were affecting stability and optimized core functionality to make everything run more smoothly.

We've made some small yet impactful improvements to enhance your experience with Photon. Thanks to your feedback, every update makes Photon more reliable and user-friendly.

We've made some small yet impactful improvements to enhance your experience with Photon. Thanks to your feedback, every update makes Photon more reliable and user-friendly.

Small Fixes & Improvements. Thank you for helping us make Photon better with every release.

Small Fixes & Improvements: Minor histogram display issue resolved, fix crash when app is backgrounded. Thank you for helping us make it better with every release.

Organize your shots your way. With version 5.3, Photon now lets you choose exactly where your photos are saved. Select any existing album in the Photos app—or create a new one on the fly—directly from within Photon’s interface. As always, your feedback continues to shape Photon—thank you for helping us make it better with every release.

We have made some tweaks to the settings menu. In version 5.2 we Introduced Express Mode, a brand-new way to capture stunning photos with ease! Express Mode simplifies your shooting experience by replacing complex manual controls with intuitive options. Lock or unlock focus and white balance with a tap, adjust brightness effortlessly using a single EV wheel, and enjoy zoom functionality not available in Manual Mode. By streamlining the interface and skipping advanced tools like RAW, focus peaking, and exposure clipping, Express Mode ensures you can focus on the moment without being overwhelmed by settings. It’s photography, made simple. We’ve also resolved an issue affecting the touch area of the return buttons on the shutter speed and ISO toolbars when using the app in landscape mode. This fix improves accuracy and responsiveness, ensuring a smoother experience for all users. As always, thank you for your feedback and support—it helps us continue refining Photon Camera for you!

We have made some tweaks to the settings menu. In version 5.2 we Introduced Express Mode, a brand-new way to capture stunning photos with ease! Express Mode simplifies your shooting experience by replacing complex manual controls with intuitive options. Lock or unlock focus and white balance with a tap, adjust brightness effortlessly using a single EV wheel, and enjoy zoom functionality not available in Manual Mode. By streamlining the interface and skipping advanced tools like RAW, focus peaking, and exposure clipping, Express Mode ensures you can focus on the moment without being overwhelmed by settings. It’s photography, made simple. We’ve also resolved an issue affecting the touch area of the return buttons on the shutter speed and ISO toolbars when using the app in landscape mode. This fix improves accuracy and responsiveness, ensuring a smoother experience for all users. As always, thank you for your feedback and support—it helps us continue refining Photon Camera for you!

In version 5.2.1, we’ve made some subtle yet impactful UI improvements to enhance your experience. Also, in 5.2, we Introduced Express Mode, a brand-new way to capture stunning photos with ease! Express Mode simplifies your shooting experience by replacing complex manual controls with intuitive options. Lock or unlock focus and white balance with a tap, adjust brightness effortlessly using a single EV wheel, and enjoy zoom functionality not available in Manual Mode. By streamlining the interface and skipping advanced tools like RAW, focus peaking, and exposure clipping, Express Mode ensures you can focus on the moment without being overwhelmed by settings. It’s photography, made simple. As always, thank you for your feedback and support—it helps us continue refining Photon Camera for you!

Introducing Express Mode, a brand-new way to capture stunning photos with ease! Express Mode simplifies your shooting experience by replacing complex manual controls with intuitive options. Lock or unlock focus and white balance with a tap, adjust brightness effortlessly using a single EV wheel, and enjoy zoom functionality not available in Manual Mode. By streamlining the interface and skipping advanced tools like RAW, focus peaking, and exposure clipping, Express Mode ensures you can focus on the moment without being overwhelmed by settings. It’s photography, made simple. We’ve also resolved an issue affecting the touch area of the return buttons on the shutter speed and ISO toolbars when using the app in landscape mode. This fix improves accuracy and responsiveness, ensuring a smoother experience for all users. As always, thank you for your feedback and support—it helps us continue refining Photon Camera for you!