image.canon vs Remote Lens
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
image.canon
This cloud service simplifies your photo and video workflow by automatically uploading content from compatible Canon cameras. Access your original files and thumbnails from any device, sort them automatically, and forward them to other cloud storage or editing services.
- Seamless original quality uploads
- Automatic image sorting
- Forward to third-party services
- Access via app or web browser
- Thumbnail sharing
- Upload from Camera Connect
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image.canon is a cloud service designed to ease your imaging workflow, whether you are a professional, enthusiast, or casual user. Connecting your Wi-Fi compatible Canon camera to the image.canon service will allow you to seamlessly upload all your images and movies in their original format and quality and access them from the dedicated app or a web browser – and automatically forward them to your computer, mobile devices, and third party services. [Features] -All original images stay for 30 days You can upload all of the images you have taken to image.canon cloud in original data and save for 30 days. Although the original data will be automatically deleted after 30 days, the display thumbnails will remain. -Automatic image sorting If you create the sorting rules in advance on image.canon, uploaded images from your Canon camera can be automatically sorted on image.canon.Sorted images can be transferred to 3rd-party services or a PC. -Upload to image.canon from Camera Connect You can upload images imported to your smartphone via the mobile app Camera Connect to the image.canon cloud. Camera Connect is used with integration with the image.canon app. -Auto forward images and movies to other storage services Connect image.canon to your Google Photos, Google Drive, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, Frame.io or Flickr account and automatically transfer your compatible images and movies. -Share and play with images Access your image.canon images from the app and any compatible web browser. The library of reduced resolution images is ideal for sharing with friends and family over messenger and social media apps or printing with Canon portable printers. [Notes] *A thumbnail is a compressed image of up to 2,048 px for display in the app. *If this service is not used for 1 year, all of the images will be deleted regardless of their expiration date. [Compatible platforms] iOS 17/18/26
Remote Lens
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Remote Lens is your ultimate companion for Canon camera enthusiasts and will never require an account. Seamlessly connect your Canon camera to your device and unlock a world of photographic possibilities. With Remote Lens, you can effortlessly capture stunning photos, add GPS tags to keep track of your shooting locations, and utilize the intervalometer feature for time-lapse photography. Key Features: Easy Connection: Quickly connect your Canon camera to your device without the hassle of account creation. GPS Tagging: Automatically add GPS tags to your photos, making it easy to remember where each shot was taken. Intervalometer: Set up time-lapse sequences with ease, perfect for capturing dynamic scenes over time. User-Friendly Interface: Enjoy a smooth and intuitive user experience designed to enhance your photography workflow. Remote Lens is designed to provide a seamless and efficient photography experience, allowing you to focus on what matters most: capturing the perfect shot. Download Remote Lens today and take your photography to the next level for free. Tested with a Canon EOS R6, most likely works with all cameras in the R series, and probably M series too.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Remote Lens at every 2 weeks against image.canon's every 2 months. image.canon's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
image.canon ships an update every 2 months, Remote Lens every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | image.canon | Remote Lens |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.9 (313 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 9.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 313 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Canon Inc. | Raphael Derensy |
Bugs and requests
image.canon
Reported bugs
4 issues- Login issues
- Camera not detected
- Perpetual login loop
- Crashes and freezes
Requested features
6 requests- Support for OneDrive and OneDrive for Business
- iPad app
- Ability to select specific photos to upload
- Video upload support
- EXIF data viewing
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- Album management features
Remote Lens
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
image.canon
No in-app purchases
Remote Lens
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is image.canon free?
Is Remote Lens free?
Do image.canon or Remote Lens have ads?
Which is updated more often, image.canon or Remote Lens?
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