Report updated Apr 28, 2026
Black Lens
For the app targets low-vision and blind users, as well as sighted users seeking a simplified, automated selfie experience.
Overview · Full Intel report in progress
Black Lens is an established photo & video app that is a paid app. With a 5.0/5 rating from 4 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
What is Black Lens?
Current Momentum
v2.1
Version 2.1 improves the customise options, allows user to turn off Auto-capture, improved accessibility of the settings and custom options.
Competition
Rivals identification in progress
7-Day Rank Pulse 🇺🇸
Photo & VideoRating Pulse 🇺🇸
What makes this app unique?
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What Are The Key Features?
Automatically triggers the camera shutter once all detected faces are centered and still.
Provides vibration-based feedback to indicate face positioning relative to the frame boundaries.
Features a high-contrast interface, spoken commands, and full compatibility with VoiceOver gestures.
How much does it cost?
Who Built It?
Steven Johnson
Empowering visually impaired users and outdoor enthusiasts with accessibility-first navigation and photography tools.
Portfolio
4
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Portfolio breakdown, audience, momentum, and every app published by Steven Johnson.
Analysis in progress, available soon
What do users think recently?
Analysis in progress, available soon
View the full user-sentiment analysis
Mood gauge, ratings & review-volume history, every praise / complaint / request, and sentiment over time.
Analysis in progress, available soon
What is the competitive landscape for Black Lens?
How's The Photo & Video Market?
How does it evolve in the Photo & Video market?
Rank progression
14 active rankings tracked — 30-day window
Strategic analysis coming soon
SWOT, key takeaways & outlook
The outtake for Black Lens
Key Takeaways
Black Lens differentiates itself by replacing visual viewfinder reliance with haptic and audio cues to automate high-quality selfie composition.
Where Is It Heading?
Trend analysis
Available very soon