The Photographer's Ephemeris Climbs to #27 in U.S. Photo & Video Apps

Overview

As of June 29, 2026, the United States App Store has seen dynamic shifts in the Photo & Video category, with notable climbs and new entries reshaping the top paid apps chart. This report highlights the top climbers, new entries, and significant drops in chart rankings, offering insights for developers and marketers.

Top Climbers

The biggest position gains this week have been impressive, showcasing the rising popularity of certain apps:

• The Photographer's Ephemeris moved to #27 from #89, gaining an impressive 62 positions.
• GR Snap - Ricoh GR Image Sync rose to #30 from #64, up 34 positions.
• Milky Way Tonight climbed to #24, from #42, gaining 18 positions.
• Massive Dev Chart Timer also rose to #26 from #44, with an 18-position gain.
• TinType by Hipstamatic climbed to #29 from #45, gaining 16 positions.

New Entries

This week, a new contender has made its way into the top ranks:

• CamRef entered the charts at #18, indicating strong initial interest from users.

Top Performers

Holding strong positions in the top slots, these apps continue to dominate:

• iWebTV PRO: #1
• Moment Pro Camera II: #2
• PhotoPills: #3
• Rarevision VHS: Retro Cam: #4
• Pro Camera by Moment: #5

Notable Drops

While many apps are climbing, some have experienced significant drops:

• myLightMeter PRO dropped to #19 from #12, down 7 positions.
• Stop Motion Studio Pro fell to #10 from #4, losing 6 positions.
• ProCam - Pro Camera slid to #17 from #11, down 6 positions.
• 8mm Vintage Camera dropped to #22 from #17, losing 5 positions.
• Cadrage Director's Viewfinder fell to #23 from #18, down 5 positions.

These movements in the App Store charts reflect the competitive nature of the Photo & Video apps market and offer valuable insights for developers looking to enhance their app strategies in the evolving landscape of the United States App Store.