Image Sync vs GR Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Image Sync
Control compatible cameras remotely, view live feeds, and transfer images directly to your mobile device. Upload photos to social media or copy them for safekeeping. Offers full camera control for enhanced shooting experiences.
- Remote shooting with live view
- View and copy images to mobile
- Upload images to social media
- Control camera settings remotely
- Transfer photos wirelessly
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Paired with a RICOH IMAGING's compatible camera, "Image Sync" application enables your mobile device to remotely shoot, view and copy images and upload them to SNS sites. 【Feature】 1.View and Copy Images You can view images taken with your camera and copy them to your mobile device. You can also upload them to SNS sites. 2.Remote Shooting You can monitor the live view image on your mobile device. Various camera operations including EV compensation and shutter release are possible from a mobile device. 【Supported Digital Cameras】 PENTAX K-1 PENTAX K-1 Mark II PENTAX K-3 Mark III PENTAX KP PENTAX KF PENTAX K-S2 PENTAX K-70 RICOH GR II RICOH GR III RICOH GR IIIx RICOH WG-M2 RICOH G900SE RICOH G900SE II 【Supported OS】 iOS 16 – 18, iOS 26 * Operation is not guaranteed on all devices. * Operation is confirmed on these devices as of May 2026, but this information may be changed at any time in the future without prior notice. 【Note】 For detail about ImageSync, refer to the website. http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/products/app/image-sync2/ RICOH WG-M1 is not supported by Image Sync. For details, refer to the the website; http://www.ricoh-imaging.co.jp/english/products/wg-m1/
GR Control
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GR Control turns your phone into a wireless remote for your Ricoh GR so you can step into the frame while staying in full control. Perfect for travel selfies, group shots, or studio tethering. No extra hardware. No cables. Just open the app, connect and shoot. [For travel photographers] You're always behind the lens, so you're almost never in the shot. GR Control changes that. Set up your frame, step into it, and trigger the shutter from your phone. No asking strangers, no missing yourself from your own trip. [For street photographers] Street photography lives in unguarded moments. But the second your camera goes up, faces change, and whatever was real a moment ago isn't anymore. GR Control helps you avoid that by keeping the camera down. Mount low, frame from your phone, and shoot without anyone noticing. Live View lets you compose from any angle, such as ground level, overhead, or around corners. The shot looks natural because it was. [For studio and tethered shooting] With high-speed image sync, GR Control transfers each shot to your phone or tablet automatically, the moment you press the shutter. Review full images on a larger screen without pulling cards or running cables. Your subject stays ready, your session stays moving, and nothing breaks the rhythm. [Key Features] - Live View — real-time preview on your phone screen for precise framing. - Full camera control — Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO, EV, White Balance, Metering Mode, Drive Mode, Focus Mode, Self-timer, Image Control effects, and more. - Image sync & Wireless tethering — automatic photo transfer for quick review after every shot. - Offline gallery — browse and review synced images even when the camera is off. [Supported Devices] - Ricoh GR IV - Ricoh GR IV HDF - Ricoh GR IV Monochrome - Ricoh GR III - Ricoh GR III HDF - Ricoh GR IIIx - Ricoh GR IIIx HDF - Ricoh GR II
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Image Sync at none against GR Control's 3. Image Sync also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). GR Control's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price, 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
Both are free to download. GR Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Image Sync asks for nothing beyond the download.
Image Sync ships an update every 3 months, GR Control fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Image Sync | GR Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (200 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 13.1% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 200 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 25 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | RICOH IMAGING COMPANY,LTD | Nathan Nguyen |
Bugs and requests
Image Sync
Reported bugs
4 issues- App doesn't recognize camera's WiFi
- Bluetooth connection not working
- Fails to transfer RAW images
- Crashes when transferring photos
Requested features
4 requests- Add landscape mode for iPad
- Improve file management and cloud integration
- Add self-timer feature
- Provide firmware update capability
GR Control
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Image Sync
No in-app purchases
GR Control
- Unlimited Access$0.997 Days
- Unlimited Access$1.991 Month
- Unlimited Access$9.991 Year








