slay vs Apple Camera
Free, fast, and already on your iPhone. Here is how it compares to slay, the composition-first camera for iPhone.
| Feature | slay | Apple Camera |
|---|---|---|
| Live composition guides | 14 guides | 3x3 grid only |
| Subject alignment | Gold crosshair | Grid lines |
| Multi-lens zoom | 0.5x to 3x, guides track | 0.5x to 3x |
| Camera controls | Flash, Live, torch, flip | Full native controls |
| Price | Free · Pro from $1.99 | Free, built in |
Where Apple Camera is great
Best for: Everyday snapshots with zero setup.
- Free and preinstalled on every iPhone
- Excellent image processing and native lenses
- Reliable autofocus, Live Photos and video
- Fast to open and shoot
- Only a basic 3x3 grid you enable in Settings
- No composition guides, anchors, or crosshair
- Nothing that teaches you where to place a subject
Where slay wins
Composition, taught live as you shoot.
- 14 composition guides drawn on the live view
- A gold crosshair for precise alignment
- Guides that track as you switch 0.5x to 3x
- Builds composition habits while you shoot
The verdict
Keep the Apple Camera for quick snaps and video. Add slay when you want to actually improve your framing.
slay vs Apple Camera: FAQ
- Is slay a replacement for the Apple Camera?
- For composition-focused stills, yes. Many people set slay as their default camera because the guides make framing easier. You can keep the Apple Camera for video and quick shots.
- Does the Apple Camera have composition guides?
- It has a 3x3 grid you can enable in Settings, but no full composition guides, anchors, or a crosshair. slay adds 14 guides directly on the live viewfinder.
Frame it perfectly, every time.
Free to download. Slay Pro from $1.99/month.
Get slay on the App Store