Comparison

FUJIFILM XApp vs Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…

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

Head to head
About

FUJIFILM XApp

Seamlessly transfer photos and videos from your Fujifilm camera to your smartphone or tablet. Remotely control your camera, back up settings, and sync data. Automatically summarize your shooting activities into a diary for skill improvement.

Highlights
  • Image and movie transfer
  • Remote camera control
  • Camera settings backup/restore
  • Date, time, and location sync
  • Firmware updates
  • Shooting activity diary
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FUJIFILM XApp is an app. provided by Fujifilm Corporation. Once users pair a Fujifilm digital camera with their smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth®, they can transfer captured images and movies to their smartphone or tablet, control the camera remotely, backup and restore camera settings, synchronize date, time, and location, and update firmware. The Wi-Fi function of smartphones or tablets is also used for transferring captured images and videos, and updating firmware. In addition, by signing in to Fujifilm's network service, daily shooting activities using the camera can be automatically summarized in a diary format. This service is useful for reviewing their photographic activities and improving their photographic skills. [Compatible Cameras] Please refer to the URL below: https://fujifilm-x.com/support/compatibility/software/xapp/ Please upgrade the camera with the latest firmware. Please refer to the URL below to download the firmware: https://fujifilm-x.com/support/download/firmware/cameras/ [Compatible OS] Please refer to the URL below: https://fujifilm-x.com/support/compatibility/software/xapp/ [Supported languages] English(US), English(UK), Japanese/日本語, French/Français, German/Deutsch, Spanish/Español, Italian/Italiano, Turkish/Türkçe, Simplified Chinese/中文简, Russian/Русский, Korean/한국, Thai/ไทย, Indonesian/Bahasa Indonesia [Note] The FUJIFILM XApp uses the GPS function of the smartphone/tablet continuously in the background, which may consume a large amount of battery power in your smartphone/tablet. To reduce battery consumption, please go to "Settings" of FUJIFILM XApp and set the "Location synchronization interval" to a longer interval. [How to use] For detailed operations, please refer to the "Guide" found within this app. * The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by FUJIFILM Corporation is under license. * iPhone, iPad, iPad Pro, iPad mini, iPad Air, and iPadOS are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. * IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. * Wi-Fi® is registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance®.

About

Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…

Remotely control Fujifilm X Series cameras for various photography needs, including time-lapses, group shots, and astrophotography. Features include advanced intervalometer, exposure control, and live view. An Apple Watch app is also available.

Highlights
  • Remote camera control
  • Advanced intervalometer
  • RAW time-lapse capture
  • Exposure bracketing
  • Live view
  • Apple Watch app
  • Photo and video transfer
Features
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Remotely control Fujifilm X Series cameras and effortlessly capture time-lapse videos in RAW, advanced selfies, real-estate, travel and group photos. Shutter+ comes with a full-featured Apple Watch app. (See a list of supported models at the end of this description.) ADVANCED SELF-TIMER (INTERVALOMETER) Shutter+'s timer allows you to specify an initial delay and intervals between photos. You can control waiting sound during the countdown, and photo capture sound when the self-timer triggers. You can remotely control exposure settings. Included histogram ensures you don't clip highlights or lose shadow details. RAW TIME-LAPSE WITH INCREDIBLE CONTROL With the help of intervalometer, you can get rid of a dedicated cable release. Capture RAW photos and use your regular RAW developer and video editor to put together incredible time-lapse movies. FAMILY AND GROUP PHOTOS WITH THE PHOTOGRAPHER INCLUDED With timer app you can finally include everyone in family and group photos. Set up timer and allow it to capture multiple frames at one run. Timer sounds will make sure everyone smiles at the exactly right moment. PERFECT TRAVEL COMPANION Ever been to a perfect travel destination with no one around to take a picture of you? Strangers cutting off your limbs? With our intervalometer, you can capture those sunrises and sunsets in the most remote locations. Shutter+'s optimized battery usage allows you to enjoy the day to the fullest. REAL-ESTATE Use exposure bracketing to easily capture multiple exposures of the same scene. Recover all shadow and highlight details in post-production. ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY By combining ("stacking") multiple photos with the same composition, you can drastically reduce camera noise in post-production. Use Shutter+ to catch multiple exposures of the night sky. This will allow you to produce stunningly clear images of the Milky Way and Northern Lights (aurora borealis). LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY FOR INSTAGRAM AND SOCIAL MEDIA No one better understands your Instagram business than yourself. Compose perfect shots and improve your Instagram engagements. With Shutter+'s timer you can take as many photos as you want without hubby's bored face. Your Fujifilm camera will take care of the rest, giving you the sharpest and most flattering pictures! FEATURES * configurable initial delay - include yourself in the photo! * configurable interval between shots * set exposure values from the app (aperture, shutter speed, ISO, exposure compensation) * exposure bracketing * audio feedback - know when to smile * continuous shooting * video * live view * optimized for low battery usage * histogram to preserve highlights * transfer photos and videos from camera * Dark Mode * Apple Watch app SUPPORTED CAMERAS * Fujifilm GFX100 * Fujifilm GFX100 II * Fujifilm GFX100 IR * Fujifilm GFX100RF * Fujifilm GFX100S * Fujifilm GFX100S II * Fujifilm GFX50R * Fujifilm GFX50S * Fujifilm GFX50S II * Fujifilm X-E3 * Fujifilm X-E4 * Fujifilm X-E5 * Fujifilm X-H1 * Fujifilm X-H2, X-H2S * Fujifilm X-M5 * Fujifilm X-Pro2 * Fujifilm X-Pro3 * Fujifilm X-S10 * Fujifilm X-S20 * Fujifilm X-T2 * Fujifilm X-T20 * Fujifilm X-T3 * Fujifilm X-T30 * Fujifilm X-T30 II * Fujifilm X-T30 III * Fujifilm X-T4 * Fujifilm X-T5 * Fujifilm X-T50 * Fujifilm X100F * Fujifilm X100V * Fujifilm X100VI LEGAL Terms of use: https://shutter.dev/legal/terms Fujifilm is a registered trademark of FUJIFILM Corporation.

Screenshots

FUJIFILM XApp4 screens
Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: FUJIFILM XApp at none against Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…'s 3. FUJIFILM XApp also leads on ratings volume (3.5K vs 22) and chart position (#180 vs unranked). Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…'s advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (40% vs 16%). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. FUJIFILM XApp asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FUJIFILM XApp has 3.5K ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of FUJIFILM XApp's written reviews are positive against 40% of Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…'s.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FUJIFILM XApp ships an update every 5 weeks, Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
FUJIFILM XApp versus Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFUJIFILM XAppShutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (3.5K ratings)4.6 (22 ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.2% of reviews40.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.5K — better22
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#180 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size318 MB105 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFUJIFILM CorporationCamera Control Apps sp. z o.o.

Customer experience

FUJIFILM XApp

All ratings3,274 ratings
Positive76.6%
Neutral4.1%
Negative19.3%
Written reviews955 reviews
Positive16.2%
Neutral12.9%
Negative70.9%

Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…

All ratings22 ratings
Positive90.9%
Neutral4.5%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

Bugs and requests

FUJIFILM XApp

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Fails to reconnect Bluetooth after camera power cycle
  • Time synchronization issues with camera
  • Incompatible with older camera models
  • App crashes or freezes on certain devices

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add support for RAW file transfer
  • Implement landscape orientation support for iPads
  • Allow customization of camera appearance in the app
  • Improve background connectivity and location tracking
  • Add option to select photo transfer destination (e.g., cloud storage)

Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

FUJIFILM XApp

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$3.491 Month
  • Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$65.00

Questions

Is FUJIFILM XApp free?
FUJIFILM XApp is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… free?
Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FUJIFILM XApp or Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…?
Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… is rated higher. FUJIFILM XApp averages 4.1 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… averages 4.6 from 22 ratings.
Do FUJIFILM XApp or Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… have ads?
Neither FUJIFILM XApp nor Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FUJIFILM XApp or Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi…?
FUJIFILM XApp ships an update every 5 weeks, and Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… every 4 weeks. Most recently, FUJIFILM XApp was updated on October 25, 2026 and Shutter+ Camera Remote Fujifi… on October 24, 2026.

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