2.14.5 Safe to install
Halide Mark II: A Photographer's Dream App
Halide Mark II elevates mobile photography with its intuitive interface and powerful manual controls, making it a must-have for serious photographers.
Please note that Halide is a premium app and is not offered for free. However, a 7-day free trial is available for annual memberships. If subscriptions are not your preference, you also have the option to purchase the app with a single in-app transaction.
Halide, an Apple Design Award-winning camera app, hails from the creators of Spectre, Apple's App of the Year in 2019. It stands out as a powerful camera designed for iPhone users, combining sophistication with a minimalist design that caters to both professionals and enthusiasts alike.
This innovative application is dedicated to intentional and creative photography. Featuring high-end tools and a visually pleasing interface tailored specifically for the latest iPhones, Halide draws inspiration from the functionality found in professional cameras. It aims to be your primary choice when you want to capture an image thoughtfully rather than hurriedly.
By utilizing intuitive gestures, users can alter exposure and manual focus effortlessly with a simple swipe or switch seamlessly between automatic and manual shooting modes. Halide provides a range of professional tools that are unparalleled in the App Store, including XDR 14-bit RAW streaming waveform views, color zebras, focus assists such as focus peaking and loupe, histograms, adaptive level grids, and manual depth capture features. The app allows for customization of controls to suit individual preferences.
Halide's ProRAW support is unrivaled, offering users the flexibility to choose between 12-bit and 10-bit ProRAW formats with or without JPEG sidecars, as well as the option to switch to native RAW for enhanced detail and processing speed.
Key Features:
- Intuitive gesture-based interface designed for one-handed use
- Capability to capture portraits on single-camera devices like iPhone XR and iPhone SE
- Manual focus functionality along with tools like Focus Loupe and Focus Peaking
- Smart automatic mode featuring Halide Smart RAW technology that optimizes settings using Machine Learning for cleaner RAW files with enhanced detail
- Full manual exposure controls including shutter speed, ISO, and white balance adjustments
- Premium exposure tools exclusive to iPhone devices: histograms, XDR 14-bit RGB waveform, and color zebra stripes
- Supports RAW, TIFF, HEIC or JPG file formats for superior image quality
- Grid overlay with built-in level for precision
- Detailed reviewer to analyze DNG, JPG, HEIC and Live Photos along with Portrait depth data and mattes; batch export enabled
- Instant RAW development process for quick file processing with just a tap
- Technical Readout feature for displaying all details concerning iPhone camera hardware
- Companion Apple Watch app for remote shooting
- Siri Shortcuts integration to remotely trigger the shutter or open Halide in Auto or Manual mode
- Access photography tutorials such as the 10-day quick tutorial directly within the app to enhance your skills
- Private by Design: Halide maintains privacy by omitting trackers or tracking functionalities; it does not incorporate third-party libraries, collect data or photos, nor transmit any information. Moreover, it includes features to safeguard against intrusive practices by companies like Facebook by limiting location details on shared photos
*Note: ProRAW feature necessitates iPhone 12 Pro or Pro Max models or newer versions. The Ultra Wide and front cameras do not support RAW or manual focus unless on iOS 15. Waveform view requires iPhone 8 or newer models while Depth Capture mandates iPhone 7 Plus or newer devices.
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Overview
Halide Mark II - by Lux Camera is a Freeware software in the category Audio & Multimedia developed by Lux Optics Incorporated.
The latest version of Halide Mark II - by Lux Camera is 2.14.5, released on 07/02/2024. It was initially added to our database on 07/02/2024.
Halide Mark II - by Lux Camera runs on the following operating systems: iOS.
Users of Halide Mark II - by Lux Camera gave it a rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- Highly acclaimed for its advanced manual controls, making it a versatile tool for professional photographers.
- Offers a wide range of customization options for capturing images and videos.
- Features intuitive and user-friendly interface, which is helpful for both experienced photographers and beginners.
- Includes advanced computational photography features like Deep Fusion and Smart RAW, enhancing image quality.
- Designed to take full advantage of the capabilities of iPhone cameras, ensuring exceptional performance.
- Regular updates and improvements based on user feedback to enhance functionality and user experience.
Cons
- May have a steep learning curve for users who are not accustomed to manual camera controls.
- Pricing may be higher compared to other camera apps on the market.
- Availability limited to iOS devices only, restricting access for Android or other operating systems.
- Advanced features like Deep Fusion may not be fully utilized by all users, potentially limiting the value for some individuals.
- Requires users to have compatible iPhone models to access all features, potentially excluding older devices.
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