Comparison

Panasonic Image App vs FUJIFILM Camera Remote

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

Head to head
About

Panasonic Image App

Control your Wi-Fi-compatible Panasonic camera remotely from your smartphone. Shoot, view, and transfer photos and videos, and upload them to social media. Adds location data and enables continuous connection with Bluetooth-enabled cameras.

Highlights
  • Remote shooting and camera operation
  • Live View on smartphone
  • Playback recorded photos and videos
  • Copy media to smartphone
  • Upload to SNS sites
  • Apply location information
  • Automatic image transfer
Features
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“Panasonic Image App” is an application that makes it possible to use your smartphone to remotely control the shooting and playback functions of a Wi-Fi-compatible digital camera/digital video camera, and to perform upload operations to SNS (Social Networking Service) sites. The following major functions are available with this application. ・You can watch the same image as on the Live View screen of your digital camera/digital video camera on your smartphone, and control shooting and other camera operations as with a wireless remote controller. (*1) ・You can play back still pictures and videos recorded using your digital camera/digital video camera on your smartphone. (*2) (*3) You can also copy them to your smartphone, and upload them to SNS sites. (*3) Additional functions for digital cameras ・This app allows you to implement continuous connection with a digital camera that has Bluetooth function and make Wi-Fi connections and perform remote operation just with your smart phone. It also allows you to apply location information to recorded images and easily perform automatic transfer of images.(*4) ・You can make settings to automatically transfer still pictures recorded with your digital camera to your smartphone. ・You can add location information acquired with your smartphone to pictures recorded using your digital camera. (*1) With DMC-SZ8/SZ9/SZ10/TZ55/TZ56/TZ57/TZ58/ZS35/ZS45, it is not possible to remotely record videos from a smartphone. (*2) With DMC-FT5/GF6/LF1/SZ8/SZ9/SZ10/TS5/TZ37/TZ40/TZ41/TZ55/TZ56/TZ57/TZ58/ZS27/ZS30/ZS35/ZS45, it is only possible to play back still pictures. (*3) Not supported on HC-X1000. (*4) This function can only be used with devices that support Bluetooth 4.0 or above (Bluetooth low energy technology). [Compatible Operating Systems]   iOS 16 – 26 [Notes] ・Bluetooth function can only be used with smart phones equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 and above (Bluetooth low energy technology). ・When using the location information recording function, note that high accuracy location information cannot be acquired with the iPod touch or the Wi-Fi version of the iPad that is not equipped with a GPS sensor. ・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. ・In order to use the SNS upload functions or the Cloud Sync. Service, you must first obtain a service user ID for Panasonic’s LUMIX CLUB (free of charge). ・Continued use of GPS/Bluetooth running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life. ・The function to transfer images to an AV device can no longer be used. (Version 1.10.7 and later) ・The function to delete images can no longer be used. (Version 1.10.15 and later) ・The function of "Home Monitor" can no longer be used. (Version 1.10.19 and later) ・The function of "Baby Monitor" can no longer be used. (Version 1.10.19 and later)

About

FUJIFILM Camera Remote

Control your compatible digital camera remotely to capture photos and videos. View, transfer, and manage images directly on your smartphone or tablet. It also synchronizes device information and allows for firmware updates.

Highlights
  • Remote shooting control
  • Image and movie transfer
  • Browse camera contents
  • Location data download
  • Date/time synchronization
  • Firmware updates
  • Wireless shutter release
Features
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The FUJIFILM Camera Remote is an application provided by FUJIFILM that can operate wireless-equipped digital cameras by remote control to shoot images and to view images and movies in the camera and to transfer them to smartphones or tablets. And it also supports the cameras that offers Bluetooth® capability. Pair it with your smartphones or tablet devices, it synchronizes "date and time" and/or "location information" of your smartphone or tablet devices with the cameras that offers Bluetooth® capability. In advanced of shooting, to easily transfer pictures you have taken to the smartphones or tablet device via this application. Bluetooth wireless remote shutter release can be used for cameras that offers Bluetooth® capability. In addition, firmware update is now supported from your smartphone or tablet devices via Bluetooth without the need of a SD memory card. [Features] -This application provides the following functions: 1. Transferring images and movies to a Smartphone 2. Browsing the Camera from a Smartphone 3. Downloading Location Data from a Smartphone 4. Shooting Images by Remote Control(*) 5. Easily transfer pictures from the cameras that offers Bluetooth capability. 6. Synchronizing "date and time" and/or "location information" with the cameras that offers Bluetooth capability 7. Firmware update via a Smartphone to the cameras that offers Bluetooth capability. 8. Bluetooth wireless remote control camera shutter release is now supported for cameras that offers Bluetooth capability. *How to change the setting depends on your camera. [Supported cameras] FUJIFILM GFX100 II, GFX100, GFX100SII, GFX100S, GFX50S II, GFX 50R, GFX 50S, X-H2S, X-H2, X-H1, X-Pro3, X-Pro2, X-T5, X-T4, X-T3, X-T2, X-T1※, X-T50, X-T30 II, X-T30, X-T20, X-T10(*), X-T200, X-T100, X-S10, X-E4, X-E3, X-E2S(*), X-E2(*), X-M5, X-M1(*), X-A7, X-A5, X-A3, X-A2(*), X-A1(*), X-A20, X-A10, X100VI, X100V, X100F, X100T(*), XF10, X70(*), X30(*), XQ2(*), XQ1(*) FinePix XP140, XP130, XP120, XP90, XP80, S9950W, S9900W (*) Some functions are not available on some smartphones. Please refer to the URL below. https://fujifilm-x.com/global/news/countermeasure-for-fujifilm-camera-remote-connection-failure/ [Smartphone System Requirements] iPhone/iPad/iPod touch: iOS 11.0 - 17.1 *iPad WiFi, iPod touch can not use the Geotagging. *This application software doesn't guarantee the functions for all the iPhone, iPad and iPodtouch. *iOS10:Ignore the message of "Security Recommendation" during Wi-Fi setting. Please use your camera with the latest firmware when using the FUJIFILM Camera Remote App. Please visit the FUJIFILM website for instructions and to download the latest firmware. http://www.fujifilm.com/support/digital_cameras/software/ Please Visit FUJIFILM Web pages for more details and usage. http://app.fujifilm-dsc.com/en/camera_remote/index.html

Screenshots

Panasonic Image App4 screens
FUJIFILM Camera Remote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Panasonic Image App at 4.2 against FUJIFILM Camera Remote's 1.4. FUJIFILM Camera Remote's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Panasonic Image App holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.5K and 3.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Panasonic Image App's written reviews are positive against 10% of FUJIFILM Camera Remote's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Panasonic Image App ships an update every 4 months, FUJIFILM Camera Remote every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Panasonic Image App versus FUJIFILM Camera Remote: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPanasonic Image AppFUJIFILM Camera Remote
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (3.5K ratings) — better1.4 (3.3K ratings)
Positive reviews17.4% of reviews — better10.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3.5K — better3.3K
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB55 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPanasonic Holdings CorporationFUJIFILM Corporation

Customer experience

Panasonic Image App

All ratings3,455 ratings
Positive77.9%
Neutral5.0%
Negative17.1%
Written reviews454 reviews
Positive17.4%
Neutral11.7%
Negative70.9%

FUJIFILM Camera Remote

All ratings3,264 ratings
Positive7.8%
Neutral2.8%
Negative89.4%
Written reviews1,796 reviews
Positive10.0%
Neutral5.5%
Negative84.5%

User reviews

Panasonic Image App

From 3.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works well
  • 👍 Useful features
  • 💡 Great for remote control and monitoring

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Outdated UI
  • 🐛 Unreliable performance
  • 🐛 Compatibility problems with newer devices

FUJIFILM Camera Remote

From 3.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Works well for wireless transfers
  • 🚀 Quick firmware updates
  • 🚀 Reliable remote shutter functionality

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent WiFi connectivity
  • 🐛 Frequent connection drops
  • 🐛 Slow and cumbersome photo transfer process
  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable app
  • 🐛 Causes camera to freeze or crash

Bugs and requests

Panasonic Image App

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Frequent disconnections
  • Inability to connect to camera
  • Crashes when transferring photos/videos
  • Incorrect metadata on transferred files
  • Unresponsive controls

Requested features

6 requests
  • Update UI for modern devices
  • Improve connectivity and stability
  • Add full screen mode for monitoring
  • Allow deleting photos from the app
  • Support for RAW file transfer
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  • Improve video transfer capabilities

FUJIFILM Camera Remote

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Incompatible with latest iOS versions
  • Fails to recognize newer camera models
  • Freezes and crashes on connection attempts
  • Resets camera settings after use

Requested features

4 requests
  • Support for RAW file transfers
  • Batch photo transfer option
  • Landscape mode support for iPad
  • Improved live view functionality

In-app purchases

None

Panasonic Image App

No in-app purchases

None

FUJIFILM Camera Remote

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Panasonic Image App free?
Panasonic Image App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is FUJIFILM Camera Remote free?
FUJIFILM Camera Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Panasonic Image App or FUJIFILM Camera Remote?
Panasonic Image App is rated higher. Panasonic Image App averages 4.2 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while FUJIFILM Camera Remote averages 1.4 from 3.3K ratings.
Do Panasonic Image App or FUJIFILM Camera Remote have ads?
Neither Panasonic Image App nor FUJIFILM Camera Remote shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Panasonic Image App or FUJIFILM Camera Remote?
Panasonic Image App ships an update every 4 months, and FUJIFILM Camera Remote every 3 months. Most recently, Panasonic Image App was updated on September 25, 2026 and FUJIFILM Camera Remote on September 27, 2026.

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