Comparison

FUJIFILM Camera Remote vs MixCam

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

Head to head
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

About

MixCam

Record videos simultaneously using your device's front and back cameras. Capture your reactions while filming a scene, narrate your videos, or take group photos without missing yourself. This app is ideal for authentic vlogging and live reactions.

Highlights
  • Shoot both cameras at the same time
  • Action Mode for steady video
  • Switch cameras during filming
  • Group photo mode
  • Add motion blur in real time
  • MixOver camera mode
Features
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MixCam captures priceless moments by vlogging with both the front and back camera at the same time. Film an amazing scene with the back camera and include your live reaction with the front camera. Narrate a video. Snap group pictures without being left out. Your audience will love it because it’s so pure and genuine. Authenticity connects with viewers and MixCam will help you capture every moment.  MixCam is perfect for daily vlogs, interviews, live reactions and more! You can now shoot in full screen and switch between front and back camera while filming and the new MixOver camera mode lets you point and engage with the front camera video without having to reach your hand over. MixCam offers the following features: - Shoot both cameras at the same time - Action Mode For Incredibly Steady Video - Support for Center Stage Front Camera - Cross over on front and back camera video footage - Switch camera during filming full screen recording - Add motion blur in real time - Group photo mode: Never be left out of a photo again. If you take a group picture, you can now include yourself and #photocred emoji - And more! ***The front & back simultaneous camera feature only works on the following devices running iOS 13: XR XS XsMax iPhone 11 and above - Subscription auto-renew at the cost of the selected plan, unless cancelled 24-hours in advance prior to the end of the current period. The subscription fee is charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. You may manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Setting after purchase. Per Apple policy, no cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Once purchased, refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. - Terms of use - https://www.mixcord.co/terms-of-use-agreement.html - Privacy policy - https://www.mixcord.co/privacy-policy.html Have any comments? Want to request a feature? Please Email Team@mixcord.co Follow us at: @MixCamApp

Screenshots

FUJIFILM Camera Remote4 screens
MixCam4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: MixCam at 54% against FUJIFILM Camera Remote's 10%. MixCam also leads on rating (4.7 vs 1.4) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). FUJIFILM Camera Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, 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. MixCam sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. FUJIFILM Camera Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MixCam holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.3K and 6K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 10% of FUJIFILM Camera Remote's written reviews are positive against 54% of MixCam's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FUJIFILM Camera Remote ships an update every 3 months, MixCam fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
FUJIFILM Camera Remote versus MixCam: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFUJIFILM Camera RemoteMixCam
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.4 (3.3K ratings)4.7 (6K ratings) — better
Positive reviews10.0% of reviews53.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3.3K6K — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size55 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFUJIFILM CorporationMixcord Inc.

Customer experience

FUJIFILM Camera Remote

All ratings3,264 ratings
Positive7.8%
Neutral2.8%
Negative89.4%
Written reviews1,799 reviews
Positive10.0%
Neutral5.4%
Negative84.5%

MixCam

All ratings5,958 ratings
Positive93.5%
Neutral2.5%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews258 reviews
Positive53.9%
Neutral9.3%
Negative36.8%

User reviews

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

MixCam

From 6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Excellent app
  • 🚀 Works great
  • 💡 Awesome dual camera feature
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 👍 Nice alternative to BeReal

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Audio/video issues
  • 🐛 Camera quality problems
  • 🐛 Crashes/freezes
  • 💰 Expensive/too many paid features
  • 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices

Bugs and requests

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

MixCam

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Camera not working simultaneously
  • Video recording not working
  • Audio not recording
  • Camera brightness issues
  • Camera flipping upside down

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add 4K video support
  • Improve image stabilization
  • Allow separate video files for front/back cameras
  • Add live streaming to social platforms
  • Provide more camera controls (exposure, focus, etc.)

In-app purchases

None

FUJIFILM Camera Remote

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

MixCam

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly$1.997 Days
  • Business Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Pro Camera$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Remove Watermark$2.99

Questions

Is FUJIFILM Camera Remote free?
FUJIFILM Camera Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MixCam free?
MixCam is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, FUJIFILM Camera Remote or MixCam?
MixCam is rated higher. FUJIFILM Camera Remote averages 1.4 out of 5 from 3.3K ratings, while MixCam averages 4.7 from 6K ratings.
Do FUJIFILM Camera Remote or MixCam have ads?
Neither FUJIFILM Camera Remote nor MixCam shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FUJIFILM Camera Remote or MixCam?
FUJIFILM Camera Remote ships an update every 3 months, and MixCam fortnightly. Most recently, FUJIFILM Camera Remote was updated on October 30, 2026 and MixCam on October 29, 2026.

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