Middle Setup vs Panasonic LUMIX Flow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Middle Setup
This application facilitates the pairing of specific hardware controllers with Blackmagic cameras, enabling remote control of camera settings like iris, shutter, and color correction. It transforms gimbals and cameras into network-controlled PTZ heads, with advanced capabilities for controlling multiple gimbals simultaneously.
- Pair APC/APC-R with Blackmagic Camera
- Set Camera ID
- Network-controlled PTZ head
- Control multiple DJI gimbals
- Remote Iris, Shutter, Focus control
- Color correction features
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Middle Setup is the companion app for the APC‑R, the wireless camera controller by Middle Things. Set up your rig in seconds, straight from your iPhone — no laptop needed on set. Supports APC-R and APC-R Mini. PAIR YOUR BLACKMAGIC CAMERA Scan, select and pair your Blackmagic camera over Bluetooth directly through the APC‑R — Pocket Cinema 4K/6K, URSA, PYXIS cameras and more. Enter the camera's PIN once and the APC‑R reconnects to it automatically from then on. READY FOR THE ATEM WORKFLOW Give each APC‑R its camera number and it responds to exactly the right commands from your switcher. Check live camera settings at a glance — ISO, shutter, white balance, aperture, focus, timecode — and adjust them or start/stop recording remotely. DRIVE YOUR GIMBAL Control CAN‑bus gimbals (DJI Ronin family) with a virtual joystick, precision step buttons and a hold‑to‑zoom rocker with adjustable speed. Set soft‑limit end points, recenter, autotune, calibrate motors, and put the head to sleep or wake it — all from the app. CONFIGURE THE NETWORK Set Ethernet and Wi‑Fi credentials and IP configuration (DHCP or static) for the Middle Control link, watch the live connection status, and adjust the tally light brightness to match your studio. BUILT FOR THE REAL WORLD • Automatic reconnection when the APC‑R restarts or moves out of range • Robust pairing with automatic retries and clear error messages • Optional connection password so only your team can access your units • Identify function to blink a unit's tally when you're rigging several • Works alongside Middle Control on macOS/Windows for full multi‑camera control Requires a Middle Things APC‑R or APC‑R Mini. The Lite version is not supported. Bluetooth is used only to find and configure your controller.
Panasonic LUMIX Flow
Streamline your video production from script to edit. Create storyboards, use your phone as an external monitor for compatible cameras, and automatically organize footage based on your ratings. It also allows for complete video creation using just a smartphone.
- Script and storyboard creation
- Smartphone as external camera monitor
- Shot list management
- Automatic file organization
- Smartphone-only video creation
- Visual scene sketching
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For creators who love to shoot video. Smoothly streamline your video production workflow, from script writing to editing! From dramas and documentaries to music videos and dance clips in the entertainment genre, LUMIX Flow is easy to use even for beginners and supports a smooth video production process. 【LUMIX Mode】 Easily create scripts, storyboards, and shot lists. Use the app to visually sketch out scenes, illustrating your subject's position, direction, shot angle and more. Use your smartphone as an external monitor for your LUMIX camera. Check your shot list and storyboard on your smartphone while shooting. You can easily see which shots have already been taken at a glance, ensuring you never forget a key shot and allowing you to work through your shoot smoothly and efficiently. Shooting files are automatically divided into folders based on your ' OK / KEEP / BAD' rating by importing XML files from the app into your video editing software. Efficiently organize files after shooting and shorten the time you spend editing. 【Smartphone/Tablet Mode】 You can script, shoot, and edit a short drama or documentary video using just your smartphone, enjoying all the fun of filmmaking without the need for a camera or computer. 【External Monitor】 Connect your smartphone to your LUMIX camera to use it as an external monitor while shooting. Quickly check focus on-site. Compatible with: DC-S1RM2, DC-S1M2, DC-S1M2ES, DC-S1M2NT, DC-S5M2, DC-S5M2X, DC-S9, DC-GH7 OS Compatibility: iOS 17.0 or higher *Recommended for models with a USB Type-C connector. To connect with a Lightning cable, a genuine Apple 'Lightning-USB Camera Adapter' or 'Lightning-USB3 Camera Adapter' is required. [Notes] ・Be aware that when using the location information recording function, continued use of the GPS function can lead to a dramatic decrease in battery capacity. ・For information on using this app or compatible models, visit the following support page. https://panasonic.jp/support/global/cs/soft/lumix_flow/index.html ・Please understand that we will not be able to contact you directly even if you use the “Email Developer” link.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Panasonic LUMIX Flow at 34% against Middle Setup's 0%. Middle Setup's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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.
Middle Setup ships an update every 3 weeks, Panasonic LUMIX Flow every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Middle Setup | Panasonic LUMIX Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 2.9 (37 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 34.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 37 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Middle Motion | PANASONIC ENTERTAINMENT & COMMUNICATION CO., LTD. |
Customer experience
Middle Setup
Panasonic LUMIX Flow
In-app purchases
Middle Setup
No in-app purchases
Panasonic LUMIX Flow
No in-app purchases
Questions
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