# CameraAccess

> Remote control for Canon camcorders via Wi-Fi from iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by PIXELA Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cameraaccess/id584747852 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PIXELA Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/444688879)
- Category: Photo & Video
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.60/5 from 25 App Store ratings · 26 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Released: 2013-02-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cameraaccess/id584747852/reviews.md

## What is CameraAccess?

CameraAccess allows you to operate CANON camcorders with your iPhone and iPad via Wi-Fi. 
You can start/stop recording and zoom in/out while viewing the camcorder's live image from a distance. Live images can be saved to your device. 
This app is useful such as for monitoring your pets, bird-watching, and recording yourself. 

[Main Features] 
- Viewing the live image from the camcorder. 
- Zooming in/out. 
- Starting/stopping recording. 
- Saving the image from the camcorder. 
- Touch exposure (exposure adjustment)
- Self-timer

*Available functions vary depending on the camcorder model.

[Supported Camcorders] 
- VIXIA HF R42 
- VIXIA HF R40
- VIXIA mini *1
- LEGRIA HF R48 
- LEGRIA HF R47 
- LEGRIA HF R46 
- LEGRIA mini *1
*1 Use CameraAccess plus if you have already updated the firmware.

[Supported Devices] 
- iPhone 4 
- iPhone 4S 
- iPhone 5 
- iPod touch 4th generation 
- iPod touch 5th generation 
- iPad 
- iPad 2 
- iPad mini
- iPad 3rd generation 
- iPad 4th generation

[Supported OS] 
- iOS 5 
- iOS 6

## Key features

- Live camcorder view
- Remote zoom control
- Start/stop recording
- Save live images
- Touch exposure adjustment
- Self-timer

## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cameraaccess/id584747852/reviews.md

### 1/5 — No go with Vixia

*2017-09-08, version 2.0.3*

Terrible work on app. Will not connect

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2017-02-02, version 2.0.3*

Camera connects to phone, but app says it doesn't. Followed the process and tried every possible other process. Doesn't work.

### 1/5 — Totally worthless

*2016-11-10, version 2.0.3*

Totally worthless. Does not connect. No instructions/help. Would give -5 stars if available!

### 1/5 — Photo button?

*2016-04-12, version 2.0.3*

There is no button to take a photo.. Only video? Terrible app, please update

### 1/5 — Does not work.

*2015-12-05, version 2.0.3*

Yea! A waste of time and resources. Vixia xf R62.

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2015-10-17, version 2.0.3*

Bought the camera partly for this function and it doesn't work at all. My camera is connected but the app can't find it. BS

### 1/5 — Does not work.

*2015-08-20, version 2.0.3*

Useless. Does not even see the camera, let alone connect.

### 1/5 — Does not work AT ALL

*2015-05-14, version 2.0.3*

Tried it with the iPhone 6 plus and a ipad 2. I figured it would work with one of them but no. Perfect in it's worthlessness. 
The CameraAccess Plus app works at least in the iPad.

### 1/5 — simply does not work

*2015-02-20, version 2.0.3*

Phone connects to camcorder Hf R50 via wifi in both, but the app just sits there and says it can't connect. Worthless...

### 1/5 — Review

*2015-01-29, version 2.0.3*

Horrible app! Spent an hour trying to make it work. Simply doesn't! Poor instructions as well.

## Frequently asked questions about CameraAccess

### What does CameraAccess do?

CameraAccess allows you to operate compatible Canon camcorders remotely using your iPhone or iPad via Wi-Fi. You can view the live image, zoom in and out, start and stop recording, and save live images directly to your device.

### What are the main features of CameraAccess?

Key features include viewing the camcorder's live image, zooming, starting and stopping recording, saving images, touch exposure adjustment, and a self-timer. Note that available functions may vary depending on your specific camcorder model.

### Is CameraAccess free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no mentioned in-app purchases or advertisements within the provided description.

### What camcorders and devices are supported by CameraAccess?

The app supports specific Canon VIXIA and LEGRIA camcorder models, including the VIXIA HF R42, VIXIA mini, and LEGRIA HF R48, among others. It is compatible with a range of iPhones, iPod touches, and iPads running iOS 5 or iOS 6.

### What are some common use cases for CameraAccess?

This app is useful for various scenarios such as monitoring pets from another room, bird-watching without disturbing the subject, or recording yourself without needing to be directly at the camera.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.3 — 2013-10-15

Altered some parts of the user interface.

### 2.0.2 — 2013-08-22

Supported new camcorders.

### 1.0.3 — 2013-02-14

Modified the application icon.

### 1.0.1 — 2013-01-15

This is the right version.

### 1.0.0 — 2012-12-10

No release notes.

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