What iPhone apps and accessories can help me take better travel photos with an iPhone 5?

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I'm traveling light and plan to use an iPhone 5 as my main camera while traveling in Europe. I know it has limitations, and I'm not expecting to shoot fast action, but I'd like to get the best results possible for subjects like wide nature scenery and artwork in museums where photography is allowed.

What camera, panorama, or editing apps should I consider, and are any clip-on lens accessories worth looking at for travel photography?

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There are two that I use semi-regularly:

Camera+ offers some pretty noticeable improvements in features over the main camera app. Some good ones include separated focus and exposure, digital zoom, levels, and more. For $1.99, it's pretty good.

645 PRO MkII has nice features, tries to handle like a dSLR and emulates a number of films out there.

Don't forget Instagram is the king of cellphone shooting.

Also, worth reading tips in How do I get the best results with a cell phone camera?

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A few types of apps can help you get more from an iPhone 5:

  • Camera apps: Camera+ was recommended for giving more control than the stock app, including separate focus and exposure and other shooting aids. 645 PRO MkII was also suggested if you want a more manual, camera-like interface.
  • Panorama apps: For wide landscapes, a panorama app can be useful. Photosynth was specifically recommended, and some users preferred it to the iPhone 5’s built-in pano mode.
  • Editing apps: Snapseed and Photoshop Express were recommended as good free options for editing on the phone.

Accessories can also help:

  • Clip-on optical lenses can add capabilities such as wider views, telephoto reach, or fisheye effects. If you go this route, pay close attention to reviews, especially for image quality and how securely the lens attaches.

In general, the biggest improvements will come from apps that give you better control over focus/exposure and from using panorama tools for wide scenes. Editing apps are useful after the shot, and lens attachments can help if you specifically need a wider or longer view.

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