One of the main reasons people choose the Pro model iPhone is for its exceptional camera—arguably one of the best phone cameras on the market. And rightly so. It’s not just about capturing attractive selfies; it’s about making sure the moments with loved ones that truly matter are preserved in a way that reflects how you remember experiencing them. For photography enthusiasts, it offers a powerful, compact camera that fits right in your pocket.
That said, the iPhone’s default camera app is designed for everyday use—capturing faces, food, and moments in both low-light and bright conditions with clarity and stability. However, by default, it isn’t particularly cinematic or artistic.
Because of this, an entire ecosystem of apps has emerged, focusing on photo editing and creative camera features that add some imperfection and artistic flair back into iPhone photography. One of the best among these is the (Not Boring) Camera app.
This app functions like a simulated classic camera, featuring dials and chunky buttons that let you control every aspect of the camera. Tapping on a subject and turning a dial adjusts the focus manually, while a large dial on the right lets you tweak classic camera settings such as ISO, shutter speed, and aperture.
At the top, you’ll find a “film simulation” dial. This allows you to switch between modes including one with no processing, a whimsical “Wes” mode, several black-and-white options, and many others. You can also customize the look of the fake camera interface via a customization tab, changing the color of the backplate and various buttons to suit your style.
Practically speaking, photos taken with (Not Boring) Camera have a raw, characterful edge that’s difficult to achieve with the default iPhone camera app—or at least without extensive post-editing. But beyond the images themselves, the experience of using the app is genuinely fun. Every interaction is full of personality, even with the sound turned off (though you’ll miss out on the amusing clicks and whooshes).
It’s fitting that a company called Not Boring! has crafted a smartphone photography app that truly makes the process enjoyable—and anything but dull.
https://www.nysun.com/article/not-boring-camera-brings-fun-back-to-high-quality-iphone-photography
