# NightCap Camera 10.0.2

- Product: NightCap Camera (https://whatsnew.fyi/product/nightcap-camera)
- Vendor: RTD
- Date: 2026-08-24
- Version: 10.0.2
- Original notes: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nightcap-camera-long-exposure/id754105884?uo=4
- Permalink: https://whatsnew.fyi/product/nightcap-camera/releases/10.0.2
- Labels: Platforms: iOS

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- **added** — Handheld long exposure mode that steadies and aligns shots without requiring a tripod
- **added** — Aurora time-lapse mode for Northern and Southern Lights
- **added** — Camera Control support on iPhone 16 and later to switch lenses, zoom, and focus without touching the screen
- **added** — Zoom capability up to 16x
- **changed** — Photos and videos now save much more detailed metadata
- **changed** — Manual controls improved
- **changed** — In-app help improved
- **changed** — Interface improved
- **fixed** — iPhone interface no longer rotates to landscape unexpectedly
- **fixed** — Rare crash on launch affecting some devices

10.0.2:
- Photos and videos now save much more detailed metadata.
- The iPhone interface no longer rotates to landscape unexpectedly.

10.0.1 fixes a rare crash on launch affecting some devices.

NightCap 10 is a complete rebuild using the latest technology, and a free update for existing customers.

- Handheld long exposure — no tripod needed. NightCap steadies and aligns the shot while you hold the phone.
- Aurora — a new time-lapse mode for the Northern and Southern Lights.
- Camera Control on iPhone 16 and later — switch lenses, zoom and focus without touching the screen.
- Improved manual controls, zoom to 16x, and improved in-app help.
- Improved interface
- Full compatibility with all current devices

All features from version 9 are still here.