
Craving that retro film aesthetic without the fuss? VSCO’s new Capture app is your instant time machine. Forget endless editing – Capture lets you shoot authentic analog vibes straight from your phone. Pick a preset, tweak to taste, and boom: instant vintage magic. Ready to ditch the digital drudgery? Let’s explore Capture.
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VSCO’s Capture App Availability
Capture started its journey in Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. Now, the world is its canvas. VSCO unleashed Capture globally earlier this month.
iPhone users, your wait is over! Download the app now, exclusively on the App Store. Android users, don’t despair! We’re working hard to bring the experience to your devices soon. Stay tuned, it’s coming!
Ready to unleash your creative vision with Capture? Simply sign up for an account to dive in. Already a VSCO member? Seamlessly unlock Capture by logging in with your existing VSCO credentials.
Shooting Analog Images with Capture App
So, you’re thinking, “Wait a minute, didn’t VSCO already do film?” You’re right, but here’s the kicker…
VSCO’s free filters? A mere sprinkle. Capture’s retro magic? Unleash a tidal wavebeforeyou even snap the shot. Tweak in real-time, preview the vibe,thencommit. Best part? Zero cost. Pure, unadulterated, retro-filtering bliss.
To take a standard photo withCapture, open the app and tap on thePresetbutton at the bottom.

Voilà! Your preset playground awaits. Swipe left, swipe right – each flick unveils a new world of visual possibilities. A single tap unleashes the magic, transforming your shot right before your eyes. Watch your composition blossom with vibrant new life!

Unleash your iPhone’s photographic potential before you even tap the shutter! Up top, you’ll find the key to unlocking different image formats. Shooting with a 12MP sensor (like on my trusty iPhone 15)? You can choose between HEIC, JPEG, or the mighty RAW. Note: format options might dance depending on your iPhone model. Now, wielding the power of a 48MP sensor? It’s a choice between the efficient HEIC and the familiar JPEG. Select wisely and prepare to capture brilliance.

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Adjusting Your Presets
Capture doesn’t just hand you stunning presets; it puts the power of customization directly into your hands, letting you sculpt each effect to match your unique vision.
Tired of point-and-shoot monotony? Ditch the “Auto” pilot! Unleash your inner photographer by tapping that hidden “M” lurking in the bottom right – it’s your gateway to manual mastery.

From this menu, you can then adjust the following:
- Turnflashon/off
- Aperture– lets users adjust the depth of field
- Exposure Compensation– allows you to increase/decrease the exposure, making the image brighter or darker
- Bloom– it simulates the effect of mist or diffusion filters by gently softening the brightest spots
- Halation– adds a subtle glow or halos around points of light
Fine-tune your filters to perfection! Simply double-tap your chosen filter, and a slider will appear, giving you granular control over its intensity. Tweak to your heart’s content until you achieve the exact look you envision.

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Advanced Editing
Got the perfect Capture shot? Now, ignite its potential inside VSCO assuming you’ve got that creative playground already installed.
In Capture, tap on the tiny thumbnail in the upper right corner to access you image gallery.

Tap on the photo that you want to customize and pressEdit image.

Heads up, VSCO users! Images tweaked with Capture’s unique presets might hit a snag editing them fully requires a paid VSCO membership.

“Your VSCO Studio: where image edits come to life. Ready to share your vision? Jump back to Capture and post directly to VSCO, letting your creativity flow into the community feed.”

Ready to unveil your latest masterpiece? Once it hits your VSCO profile, prepare for liftoff! Your creation will cascade through the feeds of fellow artists, sparking conversations, igniting inspiration, and fueling a vibrant exchange of ideas. Get ready for the likes, the shares, the buzz – your vision is about to go viral.

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