Photosynthesis – innovative multi-lens camera app for iPhone
Photosynthesis is an app for iPhone that simultaneously combines images from multiple device cameras to create photos with zoom detail and wide main lens coverage. The app uses no generative AI and offers free basic features plus paid subscriptions for professional exports and unlimited sharing.
I suspect Android already does something similar natively, but I'm not certain whether it uses multiple cameras simultaneously or just processes with a single one.
How does Photosynthesis differ from standard digital zoom on iPhone?
Photosynthesis combines images from multiple physical cameras simultaneously using alignment and color matching, preserving true optical detail instead of digital enlargement. Every pixel in the resulting photo comes from an actual camera capture with no generative AI involved.
Which iPhone models does the app support?
The app is officially supported on all iPhones with two or three rear cameras from iPhone 11 onwards. Dual-camera iPhones can combine both lenses, while triple-camera Pro models allow selecting lens pairs or combining all three (currently in beta).
What are the main features of the free version?
The free version offers 14 days with all features unlocked. After that, it provides unlimited photo capture and in-app editing, but only 5 exports per month outside the app. Optional iCloud backup is available even in the free tier.
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