Camera M 5.3 Camera Profiles Update
A pro way to select the best camera to help you capture the absolutely perfect moment.
Back in 2017, with Camera M version 1.0, we introduced 'Camera Specifications' — A simple way to view essential information about each camera your device includes. With this significant update, we decided to bring that information to the forefront with a new camera switcher panel.
Switching cameras with Camera M Camera Profiles
How to Get There
A long press on the camera choice button will open the usual camera picker, but now, there is a new 'More Info' button, which opens the Camera Profiles panel.
When the panel animates into view, we make sure to clear the interface of any other unnecessary elements to help you focus on camera selection — only the camera preview and Camera Profiles panel are present.
When the panel is first present, it shows the corresponding information for the currently selected camera. To switch to another camera, simply swipe horizontally as you do on the Home Screen of your iPhone or iPad. Just swipe down to dismiss.
You can also pin this if you want to open this panel each time you want to switch cameras.
What Information is Displayed
Zoom factor based on the standard wide-angle camera
Focal length in 35 mm equivalent
Field of view in degrees (vertical in portrait, horizontal in landscape)
Fixed lens aperture
Image sensor pixel count in megapixels
Manual focus adjustment capability
Tap-to-focus capability
Focus range from minimum to maximum focus distance
Manual exposure capability
Native ISO range from minimum to maximum
Native exposure duration range from minimum to maximum in seconds
Manual white balance adjustment capability
Manual gray card white balance calibration capability
RAW and ProRAW capture capabilities
We put a lot of effort into what information should be displayed and how. However, we also had to make sure that information is glanceable in order to make a quick camera choice.
First, you get a single line of specifications that we thought was crucial when making a camera choice. The zoom factor, focal length, lens aperture, and image resolution are included, but we went the extra mile of including the field of view (FOV) for each camera.
The following section covers the focus, exposure, and white balance capabilities. Again, the minimum focus distance is another unique specification we are proud to include.
Then last but not least, we indicate if the camera is capable of capturing RAW and ProRAW. There are instances when a particular camera may be capable of ProRAW but not RAW or vice versa.
Have Siri show it for you
You can also enable a Siri Shortcut from Camera M Settings, which would allow you to invoke Camera Profiles by just using ‘Hey Siri’, hands-free.
Also on iPad
Camera Profiles is also available on iPad — which includes iPad Pro and all other iPad models that with Camera M is currently compatible. Again, we made sure the panel displays ergonomically over the main control panel for easier access.
So whether your device has multiple rear cameras or one single one, Camera Profiles will inform you of the most crucial information at a glance.
UPDATED Jul 28th, 2022 An Accessible Camera
For Camera M 5.3.1, we were finally able to include our extensive improvements to make Camera M more accessible.
Camera M now adheres to Dynamic Type and Bold Text settings throughout the app, including the new Camera Profiles, manual control adjustment labels, and also our great Home Screen Widgets.
The Increase Contrast accessibility setting now makes the camera grid and the levels become more prominent along with more interface elements becoming less transparent.
Also, the Reduce Transparency setting makes semi-transparent interface elements more opaque.
We will be focusing heavily on adding and improving accessibility features in the future updates.
For any feedback or questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us at contact@camera-m.com.
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