Comparison

Canon Multi vs Director Mode

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

Head to head
About

Canon Multi

Control and monitor up to four compatible cameras simultaneously. This app allows for live view, setting adjustments, and synchronized recording across multiple devices. It also supports editing custom picture files and displaying various assist functions.

Highlights
  • Simultaneous live view of up to four cameras
  • Remote camera settings adjustment
  • Synchronized recording start/stop
  • Custom picture file editing
  • Display of assist functions (waveform, vectorscope, histogram)
  • Camera group registration
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Canon Multi-Camera Control is an app that lets you display live view images of up to four Cinema EOS, professional camcorders, or remote cameras, simultaneously record and change settings of multiple cameras. This app allows you to do the following by connecting cameras and your smartphone/tablet. - Display live view images of up to four cameras - Check the status and change the settings of each camera - Edit custom picture files - Set Base ISO (EOS C400/EOS C80) - Display assist functions (waveform monitor*, vectorscope*, histogram*, false color, markers)  *The display contents can be switched by tapping the displayed area. - Simultaneously start and stop recording with multiple cameras - Register up to five camera groups [Supported Products] EOS C500 Mark II (Firmware Ver. 1.0.9.1 or later) EOS C300 Mark III (Firmware Ver. 1.0.7.1 or later) EOS C70 (Firmware Ver. 1.0.8.1 or later) XF605 (Firmware Ver. 1.0.3.1 or later) EOS C400 EOS C80 EOS C50 * EOS R5 C is not supported. CR-N700 CR-N500 CR-N400 CR-N350 CR-N300 CR-N100 CR-X300 [Supported Software] Multi-Camera Orchestration [System requirement] iOS 18/26/27 iPadOS 18/26/27 [Important Notes] - If application does not operate properly, try again after shutting down the application. - Visit the following page for more details. https://cam.start.canon/B001/

About

Director Mode

Features
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Advanced multi-brand camera monitor and control console, right in your pocket. Director Mode turns your iPhone or iPad into a compact monitoring and control console for supported Canon and Sony cameras. Use it with a single camera or build a mixed multi-camera setup with up to four connected cameras. DIRECTOR MODE Monitor multiple live views in a responsive grid, see camera telemetry, start or stop recording on individual cameras, or control recording across the entire setup. Open the dedicated camera controls whenever you need to make an adjustment. CAMERA CONTROL Director Mode provides access to essential settings such as ISO, shutter, aperture, white balance, recording controls, autofocus functions and camera telemetry. PRO MONITORING TOOLS Live View monitoring Waveform monitor Focus peaking Frame guides Desqueeze Canon Log monitoring LUTs Custom LUT import Touch focus and tracking where supported Recording status, tally and live frame-rate information MULTI-BRAND CONNECTIONS Director Mode supports selected: Canon Cinema EOS cameras using XC Protocol Canon EOS R cameras using Canon Camera Control API Sony Alpha & selected FX cameras over Wi-Fi Sony Alpha & selected FX cameras over direct USB-C BUILT FOR REAL PRODUCTIONS Director Mode is designed for filmmakers, directors of photography, camera operators, content creators and small crews who need a lightweight, flexible monitoring and control solution. Supported cameras (Wi-Fi or LAN connection): Canon EOS C50 Canon EOS C80 Canon EOS C400 Canon EOS C70 (adapter needed) Canon EOS C300 mark III (adapter needed) Canon EOS C500 mark II (adapter needed) Canon EOS R5 mark II Canon EOS R6 mark III Canon EOS R6V Canon EOS R1 Canon EOS R50V Sony A1 Sony A1ii Sony A7V Sony A7rVI Sony A7sIII Sony A7r Sony FX30 Sony FX3 / FX3A Sony FX5 Supported cameras with wired USB-C connection: Canon EOS R5 mark II Canon EOS R6 mark III Canon EOS R6V Canon EOS R1 Canon EOS R50V Sony A1 Sony A1ii Sony A7V Sony A7rVI Sony A7sIII Sony A7r Sony FX30 Sony FX3 / FX3A Sony FX5 Compatibility, available controls, Live View quality and performance vary by camera model, firmware, device, network and connection method. Please check the Director Mode compatibility page before purchasing or using the app. Director Mode is an independent application and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Canon, Sony, or their subsidiaries.

Screenshots

Canon Multi4 screens
Director Mode4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Director Mode at 100% against Canon Multi's 37%. Canon Multi's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Director Mode sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Canon Multi asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Canon Multi versus Director Mode: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCanon MultiDirector Mode
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (13 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews36.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.2 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB17 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCanon Inc.Claudio Ripalti

Customer experience

Canon Multi

All ratings13 ratings
Positive23.1%
Neutral15.4%
Negative61.5%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive36.8%
Neutral15.8%
Negative47.4%

Director Mode

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Canon Multi

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Director Mode

One-time1
  • Director Mode Pro$29.99

Questions

Is Canon Multi free?
Canon Multi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Director Mode free?
Director Mode is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Canon Multi or Director Mode have ads?
Neither Canon Multi nor Director Mode shows ads.

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