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.