# Panasonic LUMIX Sync

> Remote control and image transfer for compatible Panasonic Wi-Fi cameras. (iPhone/iPad app by Panasonic Holdings Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/panasonic-lumix-sync/id1420406579 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Panasonic Holdings Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/386916344)
- Category: Photo & Video, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 1,027 App Store ratings · 236 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 156 MB
- Languages: German (Germany), American English, French (France), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Russian, European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) and 1 more
- Released: 2019-03-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/panasonic-lumix-sync/id1420406579/reviews.md

## What is Panasonic LUMIX Sync?

This app lets you control a Panasonic Wi-Fi camera via a smartphone.

Compatible models
  S series: DC-S1 / S1R / S1H / S5 / BS1H / S5M2 / S5M2X / S9
  G series: DC-G100 / G110 / GH5M2 / BGH1 / GH6 / G9M2 / G100D / GH7 / G97

* Remote recording and image transfer functions can be used with DC-GH5 / GH5S / G9.
  For using all functions, use Panasonic Image App.
* For models other than the above, use Panasonic Image App.

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The Panasonic LUMIX Sync application software allows you to operate a Panasonic digital camera supporting Wi-Fi with your smartphone. With it, you can copy images into your smartphone, take pictures from your smartphone by remote control, and do more.

The following major functions are available with this application.
・LUMIX Sync allows you to copy pictures and videos from the digital camera to your smartphone.
・LUMIX Sync allows you to take pictures by remote control, checking the digital camera live view on your smartphone.
・LUMIX Sync allows you to easily register a camera (camera pairing) through guidance.
・LUMIX Sync allows you to easily make a Wi-Fi connection through Bluetooth.
・The photographic location (location information) is automatically recorded to pictures, which is handy for sorting pictures later on.
・LUMIX Sync, which supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi, allows you to copy images at a higher speed through a Wi-Fi router. (*1)
・LUMIX Sync includes "User Guide", which allows you to know more about how to use it.

 *1: The Wi-Fi router and smartphone must support 802.11ac.

[Compatible Operating Systems]
　　iOS 16 – 26

[Notes]
・When using an iPhone or iPad that is equipped with a GPS sensor, be aware that continued use of the GPS function can lead to a dramatic decrease in battery capacity.
・Continued use of GPS/Bluetooth running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

## Key features

- Remote camera operation
- Live view preview
- Image and video transfer
- Automatic location recording
- Easy camera pairing
- High-speed Wi-Fi transfer

## What do users think of Panasonic LUMIX Sync?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great remote control
- 🚀 Efficient photo transfer
- 👍 Works well with Lumix S series

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Slow and unreliable connectivity
- 🐛 Buggy and unstable
- 👎 Requires location access
- 🔋 High battery drain

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Unable to connect to camera
- App crashes frequently
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Bluetooth pairing fails

**Most requested features**

- Add support for RAW file transfer
- Improve UI and user experience
- Provide better instructions and troubleshooting
- Add LUT support for V-Log footage
- Implement multi-camera control

## Recent user reviews (10 of 236)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/panasonic-lumix-sync/id1420406579/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Relentlessly useless

*2026-08-25, version 2.0.17*

Panasonic cameras are great but this app is terrible. It just doesn’t work 99 times out of 100. You can lose weeks of your life trying to pair a device. It’s been like that for years.

### 1/5 — Terrible app

*2026-08-15, version 2.0.17*

Wants too much info & I can't download pics without giving up location info. KMA.

### 1/5 — ストレス

*2026-08-08*

ずっとずっと、毎回アプリ消して再度インストールし直さなきゃカメラと繋がりません。LUMIXは大好きなのにアプリのせいでカメラを使いたくなくなる。

### 1/5 — Waste of time

*2026-08-01, version 2.0.17*

The app will not connect with a I-phone through Bluetooth or WiFi.  Totally worthless.

### 1/5 — 画像の読み取りができない

*2026-07-31*

G100dを使っています。画像がありませんとの表示が出るだけで、アプリで画像を確認することができない。

### 1/5 — Doesn’t connect at all

*2026-07-31, version 2.0.17*

It just doesn’t connect, and still my stupid camera thinks it is under phone’s control. What is going on

### 1/5 — Simply awful

*2026-07-02, version 2.0.16*

I can’t help it feel that this app was developed by people who really dislike other humans and want to make their life as miserable as possible. It’s nearly impossible to connect. And forget about ever registering via Bluetooth, it’s not going to happen. If you do manage to connect to the Wi-Fi, you can expect it to drop early and often. Apparently 10 feet is just too greater distance for reliable operation. I’m still waiting for an app update to address this nightmare. I think the polar ice caps will be fully melted before I see an update.

### 1/5 — Talk about trash

*2026-06-25, version 2.0.16*

This is the worst app I think I’ve used in the past 10 years

### 2/5 — Disappointed

*2026-06-07, version 2.0.16*

I have the lumix S5II and it’s a great camera but the app constantly fails, is a nightmare to download photos and worse video.

### 1/5 — Overly demanding. Doesn’t work

*2026-05-26, version 2.0.16*

iPhone. Wanted access to location, Bluetooth, all photos, before it would work. I have a camera that only uses WiFi. Not sure why it needed all those things but I don’t want to provide access to them so it doesn’t work.

## Frequently asked questions about Panasonic LUMIX Sync

### What does the Panasonic LUMIX Sync app do?

This app allows you to control compatible Panasonic Wi-Fi cameras directly from your smartphone. You can remotely take pictures, view a live feed from the camera, and transfer images and videos to your phone.

### What are the main features of LUMIX Sync?

Key features include remote shooting with live view, copying pictures and videos from the camera to your smartphone, automatic recording of location data to photos, easy camera pairing via Bluetooth, and high-speed image transfer using 802.11ac Wi-Fi.

### Is the Panasonic LUMIX Sync app free to use?

The app is free to download and use. However, the provided data indicates it is 'free with in-app purchases', suggesting some features or functionalities might require additional purchases.

### Which Panasonic camera models are compatible with LUMIX Sync?

The app is compatible with specific S series models (e.g., DC-S1, S5, S5M2) and G series models (e.g., DC-G100, GH5M2, GH6). For remote recording and image transfer, some older models like DC-GH5 are supported. For full functionality on other models, Panasonic Image App may be required.

### What are the system requirements for LUMIX Sync?

The app is compatible with iOS 15 to 18. It's important to note that continuous use of GPS and Bluetooth functions in the background can significantly decrease battery life on your iPhone or iPad.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.17 — 2026-07-22

Added a launch button for LUMIX Lab.

### 2.0.16 — 2025-10-20

Now compatible with DC-S5M2 (Firmware Version 3.4).
Now compatible with DC-S5M2X (Firmware Version 2.4).
Now compatible with DC-S9 (Firmware Version 1.6).
Now compatible with DC-GH7 (Firmware Version 1.5).
Now compatible with DC-G9M2 (Firmware Version 2.5).

### 2.0.15 — 2025-07-29

Now compatible with DC-GH5M2 (Firmware Version 1.4).

### 2.0.14 — 2025-01-23

New LUMIX digital camera models DC-G97 are now supported.

### 2.0.13 — 2024-06-18

Now compatible with DC-GH6 (Firmware Version 3.0).

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