5 Apps That Will Give Your Photos a Cool, Retro Look

By Ann-Marie Alcántara
POPSUGAR Photography | Sheila Gim
POPSUGAR Photography | Sheila Gim
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No feeling can replicate the old days of taking photos and seeing them later on film. It was like a surprise every time you developed film, since it took a few hours or days to process. And even though we have smartphones with incredible cameras, it doesn't stop us from gazing longingly at vintage-looking photos. Want to try out the look and feel on your photos? Try the following apps for iOS, and prepare to treasure your memories even more.

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Hipstamatic

Hipstamatic

Let your photos look like they were taken on an old-school camera with Hipstamatic ($3). Adjust the focus, exposure, shutter speed, and more as you take your photos. Or use one of the lenses or films to create the retro look you crave.

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Reflex

Reflex

With Reflex ($3), use eight different types of film value packs to take photos. You can also shoot a regular snap and edit it or add borders to the image. It's similar to Hipstamatic but a little easier to use.

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CrossProcess

CrossProcess

Get a photo that looks totally unique with Cross Process ($2). The idea behind the app is to give your photos a look as if they were actually cross-processed like film. Choose what you want done to the photo and add a border if you’d like.

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ShakeItPhoto

ShakeItPhoto

If you truly want a Polaroid-like experience, then download ShakeItPhoto ($2). Take a photo and either watch or shake your phone to make it “develop.” You can also change the border size of the photo.

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Camera+

Camera+

Get an incredible photo-editing app and create vintage effects on your images with Camera+ ($3). Adjust different settings like exposure or use one of the app’s 30 filters on a photo. It’s the best investment you can make if you’re serious about your photography skills.