Comparison

DinoConnect 2 vs CamX

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DinoConnect 2

This app allows you to preview live images, capture photos and videos, and control illumination and exposure from a connected Dino-Lite microscope via a Wi-Fi streamer. It also enables adding text and performing measurements on captured images.

Highlights
  • Live image preview
  • Photo and video capture
  • Illumination control
  • Exposure adjustment
  • Add text to images
  • Perform measurements
Features
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DinoConnect 2 is an imaging app designed to be used with a Dino-Lite connected via WF-10 or WF-20 Wi-Fi streamer. This app can preview live images, control illumination or exposure, take photos, record videos, add texts, and perform measurements on a mobile device. A list of Dino-Lite microscopes compatible with WF-10 or WF-20 is shown at the end of the description. -- KEY FEATURES -- Shot and Record Capture images and videos. Text Add, edit, and format text. Measurements Measure distance, diameter, circumference, and angle. Illumination Control Control the Dino-Lite’s LEDs. Exposure Adjustment Adjust the exposure level of the Dino-Lite. Resolution and Frame Rate Change the resolution and frame rate of the Dino-Lite. Battery Percentage Check the battery percentage and charging status of WF-20. Join Network Use WF-20 as a router connecting to a wireless network to retain internet access of the mobile device. * Available features may vary by model. -- HOW TO CONNECT -- • Connect the Wi-Fi streamer, WF-10 or WF-20, to a compatible Dino-Lite. • Turn the Wi-Fi streamer on. • On your mobile device, go to Settings > Wi-Fi. • Select the Wi-Fi Streamer’s SSID, and input the password (default: 12345678) to establish the Wi-Fi connection. The SSID and password can be changed from the app’s settings. • Open the app. -- COMPATIBILITY LIST -- [WF-10] · Dino-Lite Basic: AM2111(R10 or later). · Dino-Lite Premier: AM3111(R4 or later), AM3113(R4 or later), AD4013/4113(R4 or later), AM4013/4113(R4 or later), AD7013(R4 or later), AM7013(R4 or later), AF3111HT/3113, AF4113-EUT. · Dino-Lite Edge: AM4115/4515/4815, AF4115/4515/4915, AM7115/7515/7915. · Dino-Eye Premier: AM4023(R4 or later), AM7023(R4 or later). · Dino-Eye Edge: AM4025X and AM7025X. [WF-20] · Dino-Lite Premier: AF3111HT/3113 and AF4113-EUT · Dino-Lite Edge: AF4135/AF4535/AF4935, and AF7115/AF7515/AF7915 Want to learn more about Dino-Lite products or have any suggestions? Email us at sales@dino-lite.com

About

CamX

Transform your iPad into a portable monitor or capture device. Streamline content creation and gaming with high-quality recording and customizable settings. Ideal for on-the-go productivity and entertainment.

Highlights
  • Portable display for iPad
  • High-quality video recording
  • Gaming mode with picture settings
  • Videography mode with histograms
  • User-friendly interface
  • Internal capture for other devices
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CamX turns your iPhone into a professional camera and your iPad into a portable capture monitor. On iPhone, CamX delivers full manual camera controls, real-time video effects, and professional monitoring tools. On iPad, simply connect a USB capture card to transform it into a portable display for gaming, streaming, or filmmaking. One powerful tool for creators, gamers, and filmmakers. 【Real-Time Video Effects (20+)】 • Gaming-optimized effects Recreate classic arcade displays with CRT scanlines, screen curvature, shadow masks, retro pixel styles, and LCD grids • Analog signal effects VHS, NTSC composite, and dithering • AI upscaling Enhance low-resolution sources with sharper visuals • Creative effects Night vision, film grain, and chromatic aberration • VFX Recording Bake effects directly into recorded videos and photos • VFX Profiles Save and switch between custom presets instantly 【Professional Monitoring】 • GPU-accelerated histogram RGB, Luma, and RGB Parade modes • Video scopes Waveform, RGB waveform, and vectorscope • Focus and exposure tools Focus peaking, zebra stripes, and false color • LUT preview Real-time preview with custom .cube LUT import • Picture profiles Adjust contrast, saturation, and color temperature 【Advanced Camera Controls】 • Manual exposure, white balance, and lens adjustments • High-quality recording Custom resolution, frame rate, and codec settings • Composition guides Aspect ratio masks (2.39:1, 2:1, 1.85:1, 4:3, 1:1, 9:16) • Guide colors and center marker 【Two Display Modes】 Gaming Mode Minimal overlay with low latency, optimized for capture cards. Videography Mode Full monitoring tools including histogram, scopes, and picture adjustments. 【More Features】 • AirPlay and external display support Clean feed mode with HDMI / USB-C output • Media browser Manage photos and videos directly in the app • Screen lock Prevent accidental touches during recording 【CamX Pro】 Unlock the full studio experience with VFX effects, advanced monitoring tools, custom skins, and more. Everything you already love about CamX remains free. 【Device Compatibility】 • Built-in camera capture works on all supported devices, including iPhone • UVC capture is supported on iPad models with USB-C ports Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

DinoConnect 21 screens
CamX3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: DinoConnect 2 at 5.0 against CamX's 4.4. DinoConnect 2 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.0). CamX's advantage is ratings volume (276 vs 2) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CamX sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per year. DinoConnect 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

DinoConnect 2 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CamX has 276 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DinoConnect 2 ships an update every 4 months, CamX every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
DinoConnect 2 versus CamX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDinoConnect 2CamX
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.4 (276 ratings)
Positive reviews—68.2% of reviews
Number of ratings2276 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperANMO ELECTRONICS CORPORATIONTouchbits Inc.

Customer experience

DinoConnect 2

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

CamX

All ratings276 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral3.6%
Negative13.0%
Written reviews129 reviews
Positive68.2%
Neutral10.9%
Negative20.9%

In-app purchases

None

DinoConnect 2

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

CamX

Subscriptions1
  • CamX Pro$2.991 Year
One-time3
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Nice Tip$4.99
  • Big Tip$9.99

Questions

Is DinoConnect 2 free?
DinoConnect 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CamX free?
CamX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DinoConnect 2 or CamX?
DinoConnect 2 is rated higher. DinoConnect 2 averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while CamX averages 4.4 from 276 ratings.
Do DinoConnect 2 or CamX have ads?
Neither DinoConnect 2 nor CamX shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DinoConnect 2 or CamX?
DinoConnect 2 ships an update every 4 months, and CamX every 3 weeks. Most recently, DinoConnect 2 was updated on September 10, 2026 and CamX on September 22, 2026.

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