Focos: DSLR-Quality Photography Reimagined for iPhone

Unleash professional-grade bokeh effects and 3D lighting on any photo. Re-focus after the fact and transform your mobile shots into cinematic masterpieces with the power of computational photography.

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Publisher

Mosaic S.r.l.

Pro Photography, Visualized

Discover the interface used by 32M+ users.

Focos app interface demonstrating large aperture and real bokeh effects on a portrait

Focos app interface showing aperture and bokeh adjustments on a portrait photo of a woman in a field

Focos app interface showing the refocus after the fact feature with two different focus points on pink flowers.

A photo of a road at night with hexagon-shaped bokeh highlights edited using the Focos app aperture shapes tool.

focos app interface showing 3d lighting feature with colored light sources over a depth mapped park photo

Focos app interface displaying lens simulation options to create professional bokeh effects on a golden Buddha photo.

An Apple Watch displaying a portrait mode photo as its watch face on a wooden surface

Professional Photography in Your Pocket

The tools that make this app stand out, trusted by 32M+ users.

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Focus First, Refine Later

Never lose a moment to a blurry subject. Use our light-field technology to change the focus point of any photo long after it's been captured.

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Master the Perfect Bokeh

Ditch the heavy lenses. Simulate large apertures and professional lens characteristics to create creamy, artistic background blur instantly.

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Studio Lighting in 3D

Go beyond flat filters. Add multiple light sources in a true 3D space to highlight your subjects and fix lighting gaps with professional precision.

Loved by users worldwide

Trusted by 32M+ people who love this app.

"As a professional photographer, I used to carry my heavy DSLR everywhere just for that shallow depth of field. Focos has completely changed my workflow. The ability to adjust the aperture and lens characteristics after the shot is mind-blowing. It is the only app that truly simulates the creamy bokeh of a high-end prime lens."

Marcus J.

"I love how I can take any old photo and turn it into a professional portrait in seconds! The 3D lighting feature is a total game-changer for my Instagram feed, letting me add highlights exactly where I need them. It makes my iPhone shots look like they were taken in a professional studio."

Elena S.

Review Analysis

Insights from user reviews.

Sentiment Score

27%

Negative

Summary

General feedback for the app is overwhelmingly negative, primarily driven by a drastic shift in its monetization model from free or one-time purchase to expensive, mandatory subscriptions for core functionality and even saving photos. Many users lament the loss of previously free features and report various critical bugs, such as distorted editing tools when zooming, inaccurate touch recognition (especially after iOS 26 updates), and exported images saving at reduced resolution or without proper depth maps. Several users also reported billing and refund issues, including being charged after cancellation or having lifetime purchases invalidated. Despite these significant drawbacks, a limited number of users still commend the app for its effective and high-quality depth focus editing capabilities, when they function correctly.

Common Themes

Subscription Pricing(35)

Loss of Free Features(15)

Previous App Quality(10)

Editing Tool Bugs(9)

Depth Focus Feature(5)

Billing & Refund Issues(5)

Export Quality Issues(3)

About the app

Everything you need to know about Focos.

Description

Focos is a big step into the future of computational photography and light-field camera, bringing DSLR-like photography to your iPhone and iPad Pro, with beautiful bokeh effects usually achievable only with professional large aperture cameras. With the technology of computational photography, you can make unlimited changes to your photos, focus after the fact, change the aperture repeatedly, and add multiple lights in 3D space, exceeding the limits of any editing tools you’ve known before. The creative potential unleashed by Focos is endless. The Verge, "Focos has long been one of the most ambitious photo-editing apps on iOS, turning any photo into a 'portrait mode'-style image with fully adjustable depth of field, no matter what kind of camera you took it with." MAIN FEATURES - Take photos with shallow depth of field, without manually painting or making selections. - The AI engine can calculate depth of field automatically for all photos. - True 3D imaging. - Simulate large apertures to create real bokeh effects normally only possible with DSLR cameras and expensive lenses. - Import all existing photos and customize the bokeh effect. - Re-focus portrait photos that have already been taken, with a simple tap. - Choose from various simulated aperture diaphragms to generate different bokeh spot effects. - Professional options to simulate lens characteristics, such as creamy, bilinear, swirly, and reflex effects, and more. - Visualize the depth of areas within your portrait photos in a 3D view, and intuitively add depth filters. - Add multiple lights in a 3D space, and adjust the color, brightness and so on for each light. - Check the portrait picture in the real world with augmented reality technique. - It is possible to patch the depth map precisely on iPad with Apple Pencil. - Intuitive and easy to use, with built-in video tutorials. - An essential tool for all iPhones and iPads. Do you have questions or suggestions? Contact us via support @ focos . me.

Latest Version

2.11.36

Size

329.8 MB

First Released

Oct 31, 2017

Professional Photography, No Heavy Lens Required

Join over 32 million creators and turn your iPhone into a DSLR. Download Focos to unlock pro-grade bokeh, 3D lighting, and the magic of focusing after the fact.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Focos

What is Focos?

Focos is a computational photography app bringing DSLR-like photography to iPhone and iPad Pro. It enables beautiful bokeh effects, focus adjustment after the fact, and multi-light 3D space editing. The app offers unlimited changes to photos.

Can Focos adjust focus on photos already taken?

Yes, Focos allows users to re-focus portrait photos that have already been taken with a simple tap. It provides the capability to adjust focus after the fact, exceeding traditional editing limits.

Does Focos automatically calculate depth of field?

Yes, Focos's AI engine automatically calculates depth of field for all photos. This feature enables users to achieve shallow depth of field without manual painting or selections.

Can Focos simulate different aperture shapes?

Yes, Focos allows users to choose from various simulated aperture diaphragms to generate different bokeh spot effects. The app features multiple aperture shapes for creative control.

Does Focos support 3D lighting effects?

Yes, Focos enables users to add multiple lights in a 3D space. Users can intuitively adjust the color, brightness, and other properties for each individual light source.

Is Focos compatible with iPad Pro and Apple Pencil?

Yes, Focos is compatible with iPad Pro. It is possible to precisely patch the depth map on iPad using an Apple Pencil, enhancing editing capabilities and workflow.

Can Focos simulate real camera lens characteristics?

Yes, Focos offers professional options to simulate real lens characteristics. These include creamy, bilinear, swirly, and reflex effects, replicating qualities found in expensive lenses like Olympus Zuiko or Helios 44.

Is Focos an essential tool for all iOS devices?

Yes, Focos is designed as an essential tool for all iPhones and iPads. It extends powerful computational photography and editing features across these Apple mobile devices.

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