- In most apps, the closest you get to the Tilt Shift feature is the blur option.
- Instagram is the most popular application that offers Tilt Shift effects for photos.
- There are some third-party apps too that offer the effect along with additional features.
1. Instagram – Straightforward Tilt Shift Integration
Yes — yours, mine, and everybody’s favorite app — Instagram — has a Tilt Shift option. The feature was first introduced in 2012 and has been a hit with users ever since.
Using the feature is easy since you only need to choose any existing photo or snap a new one, and under Edit you should see the Tilt Shift option.
Pros
- Offers the most direct Tilt Shift feature
- Totally free to use
- Great photo editing features
Cons
- It might be resource-intensive, especially on older phones
Price: Free
Instagram for Android
Instagram for iOS
2. Snapseed – Tilt Shift With Lens Blur Feature
Snapseed has a Lens Blur option that is equivalent to Tilt Shift. Launch the app and tap the large ‘+’ icon to select any image. Click on the Tools button to reveal the many options available. Scroll down to find the Lens Blur setting.
Here, you can choose what needs to be the focus and how much blur you want on other parts of the image.
Pros
- Easy-to-use lens blur (Tilt Shift) feature
- Multiple options for photo editing
- Non-destructive editing
Cons
- Limited compared to pro tools
- The saving options may be confusing
Price: Free
Snapseed for Android
Snapseed for iOS
3. Pixlr – Tilt Shift With Blur, Mask, and Adjustment
While Pixlr does not have a dedicated Tilf Shift feature, it has a combination of features that may be used to achieve the same results. The most common alternatives are the Blur, Mask, or Adjustment tools. To use this feature, click to select a photo, click the Options icon, then click Blur . Now, you may set it as you please.
Blur allows you to focus on a composition’s specific part. You can control the transition area, composition, placement, and rotation effect with it.
Pros
- Free and accessible tool
- Multiple editing options
- Cross-platform capability
Cons
- No dedicated Tilf Shift feature
- Potential quality loss
Price: Free
Pixlr for Android
Pixlr for iOS
4. Camera360 – Robust Editing Options With Blur for Tilt Shift
Camera360 is a powerful photo editing app that is free but has some in-app purchases. For this post, we are good with the free version. To access the Tilt Shift feature, select your desired photo, click the Edit option, and select Blur . You may now make changes as you desire.
To switch between linear and round, click on the Blur button again. You should now see the familiar circle and tap it again to see the linear option.
Pros
- Multiple fun and creative features
- Easy to use
- Multiple free editing options
Cons
- More edit features are available with in-app purchases
- No direct Tilt Shift feature
Price: Free, Offers In-App Purchases
Camera360 for Android
Camera360 for iOS
