Selfie vs MixCam: two dual-camera apps, different flavors
MixCam (by Mixcord) is the best-known front-and-back camera app on the App Store, and it does the core job well. Selfie does the same core job — simultaneous dual photos and videos — and adds a 50+ preset vintage camera layer on top.
TL;DR: Both apps capture front and back simultaneously. If you want the raw dual shot, either works. If you want that shot to look like it came off a 35mm roll, an instant camera or a VHS tape, that’s the Selfie side of the fence.
At a glance
| Selfie | MixCam | |
|---|---|---|
| Simultaneous front + back photo | Yes | Yes |
| Simultaneous front + back video | Yes, with sound | Yes |
| Vintage camera presets | 50+, live on both cameras | Basic filters |
| Layout | Picture-in-picture, corner choice, frame colors | Multiple layouts incl. split |
| Platform | iOS 17+ | iOS |
Choose MixCam when…
- You want split-screen style layouts in addition to picture-in-picture.
- You’re invested in its ecosystem or workflow already.
Choose Selfie when…
- You want the dual shot and the film look in one step — 35mm, instant, VHS and 50+ presets render live on both cameras.
- You care about the aesthetic of the output more than layout variety.
Frequently asked questions
Do both apps really capture simultaneously? Yes — both use Apple’s multi-cam engine (available on iPhone XS/XR and newer), which runs both cameras in one session.
Which has better filters? MixCam’s filters are conventional color filters. Selfie models individual vintage cameras — grain, color response and era looks — and applies them live to both cameras, photos and video.
Check these for yourself
Features and pricing change. These are the primary sources for every app named above, so you can verify what is written here rather than take our word for it:
- MixCam — App Store · official site
- Selfie — App Store