DSLR Timelapse vs Cascable Studio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DSLR Timelapse
This tool helps photographers and filmmakers create accurate timelapse images and videos. Input a few values to calculate playback duration, capture time, and data usage. Receive notifications when your timelapse is complete, allowing you to focus on other tasks.
- Timelapse calculation
- Data usage estimation
- Capture time determination
- Playback duration prediction
- Completion notifications
- Camera compatibility
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An extremely useful tool for photographers and filmmakers alike to create beautiful and accurate timelapse images/videos using a DSLR or really any camera that takes still photographs with timelapse capability. Enter just a few values and you can determine how long your timelapse will play, how long it will take to get it, and even how much data it will use. In fact, don't even stick around for the timelapse. With "DSLR Timelapse", it will notify you when your timelapse is done! You can leave the app and do other important stuff, like chat with the director or play angry birds or temple run. So go have that coffee while the camera does all the hard work and this app "DSLR Timelapse" will let you know when to come back and get your footage!
Cascable Studio
Control and automate your camera functions directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Transfer photos and videos, trigger the shutter remotely, and utilize built-in automation tools for timelapses and more. Compatible with over 250 camera models.
- Remote camera control
- Automated timelapses
- Exposure bracketing
- Shutter remote control
- Fast image downloading
- RAW capture support
- Unified interface
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Cascable Studio can take a good camera and make it amazing by helping you control and automate its functions right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You can even transfer your photos and videos from it, all from one app. Compatible with more than 250 different cameras* from the biggest manufacturers, Cascable Studio connects via WiFi and USB* for super-fast image importing and much more. Whether you're a photography master or an eager hobbyist, Cascable Studio is the app your camera has been missing. Features include: - Full control of your camera's exposure and other settings right from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. - Trigger the remote shutter for your camera through the app, whether in a studio, out in the field, or for a group shot. - Support for timelapses, exposure bracketing, and more with built-in automation tools. - Apple Watch support for controlling your camera's shutter — perfect for capturing those group shots! - TV output via both AirPlay and HDMI, making it easier to share your photos with others. - Built-in calculators for exposure and other features – great for astrophotography and more. - Fast and easy downloading of full resolution images (including RAW**) directly to your iPhone or iPad. - RAW capture with ease**. - Powerful drag-and-drop automation for creating complex and unique timelapse sequences and so much more. - Support for flash drives and SSDs for more flexible media storage options. - A zero-tap backup option so you'll never lose a photo again. - A single, unified interface regardless of the camera you use — no more learning curves when you buy a new camera! --- * Available features vary depending on camera model and connection method. When using USB, Cascable can import images from any camera that supports the industry-standard PTP protocol, and can fully remote control and automate Canon EOS, GoPro, Nikon, and Sony cameras. When using WiFi, Cascable supports WiFi or Ethernet equipped cameras from the following model ranges: - Canon EOS, PowerShot and IXUS/ELPH, - Fujifilm X and Finepix, - GoPro HERO 9 Black and newer, - Nikon D, - Olympus OM-D, PEN, and SH, - Panasonic LUMIX, - Phase One IQ4 with the XT or XF camera system, - Sony Alpha, HX, RX, and NEX. ** Fujifilm, GoPro, IXUS/ELPH models and certain older Panasonic/PowerShot models don't support RAW image transfer. See the Cascable Studio website for details. --- Cascable Studio Pro is required to unlock some additional features. Cascable Studio Pro is available as a one-time purchase or subscription – whichever you prefer. If you choose to subscribe to Cascable Studio Pro the purchase will be charged to your App Store account. The subscription will automatically renew 24 hours before it runs out and you can manage it from User Settings in the App Store. Terms and Privacy Policy: http://cascable.se/privacy --- Canon, EOS, PowerShot, IXUS and ELPH are trademarks of Canon Inc. Fujifilm and Finepix are trademarks of FUJIFILM Corporation. GoPro, HERO and their respective logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GoPro, Inc. Olympus, Olympus PEN, STYLUS and OM-D are trademarks of Olympus Corporation. Nikon is a trademark of Nikon Corporation. NEX, RX and α are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Uses the Camera Remote API by Sony.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Cascable Studio at 4.0 against DSLR Timelapse's 1.0. Cascable Studio also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 17 months) and review sentiment (44% vs 14%). DSLR Timelapse's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (11.1 vs 16.0). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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. DSLR Timelapse sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Cascable Studio sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Cascable Studio holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Cascable Studio has 379 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 14% of DSLR Timelapse's written reviews are positive against 44% of Cascable Studio's.
DSLR Timelapse ships an update every 17 months, Cascable Studio monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DSLR Timelapse | Cascable Studio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) | 4.0 (379 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 14.3% of reviews | 44.1% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 379 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 17 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 11.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 99 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Indie Film Gear LLC | Cascable AB |
Customer experience
DSLR Timelapse
Cascable Studio
Bugs and requests
DSLR Timelapse
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Cascable Studio
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes when connecting to camera
- Camera settings not applying correctly
- Unreliable shutter triggering
- Geotagging issues in certain regions
Requested features
5 requests- Full-screen mode without overlays
- Ability to rate/sort photos on camera
- Support for more camera models
- Improved video recording capabilities
- Background operation for intervalometer
In-app purchases
DSLR Timelapse
- Remove All Ads$1.99
Cascable Studio
- Cascable Pro (Monthly)$7.991 Month
- Cascable Pro (Quarterly)$12.993 Months
- Cascable Pro (Yearly)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Complete My Bundle$4.99
- Complete My Bundle$14.99
- Cascable 7 Pro Upgrade$29.99
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- Cascable Pro (Legacy)$99.99
- Cascable Pro (No Subscription)$99.99
Questions
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