Comparison

XelfieDSLR vs Spark Camera Control

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

Head to head
About

XelfieDSLR

Features
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Ergonomic design, Advanced Technology Make new paradigm with coin sized 'Xelfie'! - Xelfie DSLR Control App. works for Smartphone&DSLR Camera Wireless Remote Shutter Xelfie advance(XSC100A) product. - No more out of focusing or shaking hand free photo shoot in a distance with Xelfie(XSC100A) advance. - Take comfortable selfie shoot easily in one(single) hand with Xelfie advance. - Enjoy various(multi) angle photo shoot in a distance with Xelfie advance. - Cannon, Nikon, Sony, Pentax DSLR Camera can be controlled by Xelfie advance ◆Supports Canon/Nikon/Sony/Pentax DSLR cameras. ※Some models might not be supported. ◆ Supports three photo modes (Wireless Release / Time Lapse / Bulb) ▶ Wireless Release Mode: take the photo right away function, "Photo after 2 seconds" function ▶ Time Lapse Mode: interval of photo period, the number of photos and the total photo period can be set. ▶ Bulb Mode: to set the exposure time. [Compatible Device] - For iOS 7.0, 8.0 : iPhone 5, 5S, 6, 6 Plus ※Some models might not be supported. Xelfie operate high electric efficient with latest Bluetooth Tech 4.0 Xelfie is very easy to replace the battery. (XSC100A)

About

Spark Camera Control

Control your DSLR camera wirelessly from your smartphone or tablet. Capture photos, videos, and time lapses with instant feedback and creative control from up to 100 feet away.

Highlights
  • Wireless camera shutter control
  • Remote photo and video capture
  • Time lapse creation
  • Bulb ramping for sunsets
  • Long-range connectivity (up to 100')
  • BLE connectivity
Features
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This is the smartphone control app for Spark. Spark is a device that attaches to your DSLR camera (Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus and others) and allows you to wirelessly take photos, videos and time lapses from your phone or tablet and get instant feedback. With Pulse you get complete creative control all while staying free to use your phone or tablet. Spark is the most versatile camera remote on the market. With three different modes of control, Spark was built to adapt to whatever situation you are shooting in. Whether you're taking a fun group photo, capturing a long exposure of the stars, or settling down and setting up a time lapse, Spark gives you instant control. With your phone or without it. Spark Features : -Wirelessly control your camera's shutter from up to 100' away -Take sunset timelapses with Bbulb ramping -Free up WiFi and Internet as Spark uses and BLE -Extend your session with 2,000 hours of battery (factory replaceable)

Screenshots

XelfieDSLR4 screens
Spark Camera Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: XelfieDSLR at 7.0 against Spark Camera Control's 17.0. On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XelfieDSLR ships an update monthly, Spark Camera Control every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
XelfieDSLR versus Spark Camera Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXelfieDSLRSpark Camera Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.1 (19 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—22.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—19 — better
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS7.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChois TechnologyTangy Laboratories Inc

In-app purchases

None

XelfieDSLR

No in-app purchases

None

Spark Camera Control

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is XelfieDSLR free?
XelfieDSLR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Spark Camera Control free?
Spark Camera Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do XelfieDSLR or Spark Camera Control have ads?
Neither XelfieDSLR nor Spark Camera Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, XelfieDSLR or Spark Camera Control?
XelfieDSLR ships an update monthly, and Spark Camera Control every 2 months. Most recently, XelfieDSLR was updated on October 26, 2026 and Spark Camera Control on November 2, 2026.

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