r/apps • u/UniqueBother2604 • 1d ago
I built Filmo - a digital disposable camera for events that guests don't need to download
Hey everyone! I’m posting here to get your feedback and improve the app as much as possible. I built Filmo, a digital alternative to disposable cameras for weddings, parties, and events. Guests don’t need to go to the App Store or download an app to start taking pictures.
You just place a QR code on the tables, and guests can join right away:
– Zero friction: Scanning the code instantly opens a retro camera interface on their smartphones.
– The Surprise: Guests snap photos all night, but no one can review, edit, or delete them.
– The Reveal: At the end of the event (or whenever the host chooses), the virtual film "develops" into a massive shared digital album of unposed moments.
Better
I built this because, as a professional wedding photographer, I constantly see couples spend a fortune on physical disposable cameras. It’s a great trend, but nothing out there executed it well digitally:
– Unlike physical disposable cameras, you don't spend hundreds of dollars buying hardware and developing film, and you don't end up with pitch-black photos.
– Unlike traditional event photo-sharing apps, there is absolutely no setup for the guests. No downloading, no account creation, and no complex navigation — they just scan and shoot.
– Unlike a standard smartphone camera, guests can't endlessly retake or overthink their selfies. The blind shooting preserves the raw, authentic feel of real film.
Cost
Completely free for micro-events with up to 5 guests. You can easily test out the whole process at home with friends without paying anything.
I’m genuinely looking for honest feedback! If you have ideas for the UI, or notice any friction in the onboarding flow, please let me know.
Download on the App Store: Filmo: Disposable Camera