Shoot Pro Camera Source vs TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP)
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Shoot Pro Camera Source
Transform your iOS device into a professional webcam or streaming camera. Easily connect to your computer and gain full manual camera control. Enhance your presentations or streams with on-screen drawing and text annotation tools.
- Manual camera controls (ISO, Shutter Speed, Focus, White Balance)
- Telestrator for drawing and adding text on video
- USB, HDMI, and AirPlay connectivity
- Remote camera control via web browser
- Virtual Green Screen and Portrait Effect
- Apple Watch app for remote control
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Your iPhone's camera is better than any webcam you can buy. Shoot puts it to work. Use Shoot as a camera source for Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, OBS, Ecamm Live — any app that accepts a camera input. Connect over USB, HDMI, AirPlay or NDI and get full manual control over the picture. Used thousands of times every month by streamers, educators, coaches, podcasters, and presenters — from gaming streams to church services, classroom teaching to live DJ sets. Shoot gives you a rock-solid connection to your iOS device’s camera for meetings and live streams. It's easy to connect and you get full manual camera controls when you need them. With Shoot's built-in drawing tools you can draw on top of your video feed. TWEETS AND REVIEWS Streamers with huge followings love this app. "@michaelforrest thank you for your camera app, it’s amazing." — Alexandra Botez (@alexandravbotez) August 3, 2021 There are lots of great reviews too. “The best app to turn your iPhone into a webcam by far!” - Talks Of Our Time Podcast “Fantastische Software!” - Zahn–Rat “Essential app for educators [...] Developer is super responsive and friendly!” - 0301chris See the website at shoot.clean.camera for more tweets and reviews. FEATURES • Gestures allow focus locking, zooming • Overlays disappear • Full manual control of ISO, Shutter Speed, EV± Exposure Bias, Manual Focus, White Balance Lock and Color Temperature • Guides to help you get set up on Mac and PC • Supports older devices - iOS 12 and newer • Battery-saving mode preserves resources • 60fps, vertical video - whatever you need is probably in Settings • Disable image stabilisation if your kick drum is causing the camera to judder • Apple Watch App for switching cameras, controlling zoom, exposure, focus and white balance so you can adjust the picture from where you’re sitting or standing • Virtual Green Screen [Experimental] • Portrait Effect [Experimental] TELEPROMPTER • Record scripted videos using Beat Sheet for Mac with Shoot's teleprompter feature TELESTRATOR [Pro Plan] • Draw over footage with Shoot's virtual whiteboard. • Pause live video to draw on top of it. • Draw an underline and speak to add text. REMOTE CONTROL VIA ANY BROWSER [Pro Plan] • Control your camera's settings in real time from any web browser GRIDS [Pro Plan] A grid overlay is a simple but effective way to make your footage look more professional. MICROPHONE [Pro Plan] Send phone audio audio over HDMI.
TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP)
This app allows users to switch between multiple video sources, including external cameras and built-in device cameras, for live streaming and recording. It offers advanced features like real-time transitions, overlays, picture-in-picture effects, and remote control capabilities.
- Multicam switching (up to 9 inputs)
- Supports NDI, SRT, UVC, RTSP protocols
- Real-time transitions and playback
- Customizable overlays (titles, logos, clock)
- Picture-in-picture effects
- Remote title overlay via LAN
- Live sports slow-motion playback
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- Up to 9 inputs could be TopDirectorCam or any other external A/V sources that support NDI, NDI HX, SRT and RTSP protocols - Up to 4 UVC(USB -> HDMI) camera inputs on iPadOS 17 - Start all the built-in cameras on the iPhone/iPad simultaneously (Pro Max models could have up to 4 cameras, the earlier models could only choose one between the front and rear cameras) - Real-time transition among the external inputs, built-in cameras, and media in the Photo Library - Full Screen External HDMI & Wireless AirPlay via Screen Mirroring/AirPlay - Use the RTMP protocol which is used by most of the video platforms to 3 channel live streams, local record for backup, NDI or NDI|HX output at the same time - No need for cumbersome timeline operations, real-time playback to edit, getting video post-production easily - Valuable background music feature to easily create electronic albums with the Ken Burns special effects of photos - Customized and unlimited vector title and shape overlay with professional safety Down Stream Key(DSK) control - Independent and unlimited layers of translucent logo overlay and clock, countdown, and scoreboard - Support TopDirectorTitle App for remote title overlay via LAN, suitable for complex subtitle operations in live broadcasting - Perfectly embedded Apple Pencil (or use finger on the iPhone) to realize online sketch comments - Picture-in-picture effects for remote interviews, online teaching, video conferencing, etc, fully customizable video source, window size and position, distortion, dynamic background, edges, reflections, blur, and more - Used in conjunction with TopDirectorCam app for real-time slow-motion playback of live sports games - All operations support unlimited Undo and automatic alignment snap feature that all the professional people needed - Support the TALLY feature to mark the current PGM camera when switching among multiple cameras - Unique security protection keep maintaining output even in the background - No need to register, no any other subscription fees, one-time purchase for lifetime use Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Shoot Pro Camera Source at 4.7 against TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP)'s 4.1. Shoot Pro Camera Source also leads on review sentiment (53% vs 38%) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs paid). TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP)'s advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). 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. Shoot Pro Camera Source sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP) sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Shoot Pro Camera Source holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 382 and 114 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 53% of Shoot Pro Camera Source's written reviews are positive against 38% of TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP)'s.
Shoot Pro Camera Source ships an update every 2 months, TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP) every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Shoot Pro Camera Source | TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (382 ratings) — better | 4.1 (114 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 52.8% of reviews — better | 37.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 382 — better | 114 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 98 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Good To Hear | TopDirector Corporation |
Customer experience
Shoot Pro Camera Source
TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP)
User reviews
Shoot Pro Camera Source
From 382 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use interface
- 🎥 Clean HDMI output with no UI overlays
- 📱 Works as wireless 4K webcam solution
- 🔧 Full manual camera controls (ISO, shutter speed, white balance, focus lock)
- 💬 Responsive and dedicated developer support
Room to improve
- 🐛 Freezes and crashes on various iPhone models
- 📵 Autofocus issues on iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 🔌 Limited PC/Windows compatibility
- 💸 Subscription model for previously paid features
- 🎬 Aspect ratio issues (21:9 instead of 16:9)
TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP)
From 114 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 💡 Game-changer for portable churches
- 💡 Zero wires, no tangled mess
- 💡 Flexible upgrades, not forced bloat
- 💡 Saves money compared to traditional setups
- 💡 Bluetooth video switcher integration
Room to improve
- 💸 Hidden pricing, very expensive
- 💸 Burned money, no refund
- 💸 Waste of money
- 💸 Not a cheap app with IAPs
- 💸 Expensive product
Bugs and requests
Shoot Pro Camera Source
Reported bugs
12 issues- App freezes after minutes of use
- Camera turns off unexpectedly during streaming
- Autofocus not working on iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Full screen display issues on iPad Pro
- Notifications and alerts appearing in 'clean feed'
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- NDI connection stops working after purchase
- App not recognized by Mac (Catalina/Monterey)
- Zoom not detecting app as camera source
- Frame rate inconsistency (too slow or too fast)
- Image freezes on still picture
- Disconnects repeatedly with Zoom/Google Meet/Teams
- Breathing effect and focus issues on newer devices
Requested features
12 requests- Apple ProRes Log support for color grading
- Audio/microphone output capability
- 16:9 aspect ratio option
- Manual brightness/exposure adjustment in portrait mode
- Portrait mode support for rear camera
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- Multiple lens selection (wide, telephoto)
- 30fps frame rate option (between 24fps and 60fps)
- Front camera view option
- NDI protocol support
- Direct Zoom camera integration
- Control Center access without leaving app
- On-screen focus/exposure lock indicators
TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP)
Reported bugs
17 issues- Crashes at opening on iPad Pro M2
- iPad camera always 30fps despite correct config
- App freezes when syncing iPad Pro with iPhone
- App crashes every time after latest update
- App won't open if 'Don't allow' is selected for album access
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- NDI streaming to another computer does not work
- Cannot choose save location for recorded files (reverts to camera roll, renames/changes resolution)
- SRT does not work
- SRT output livestream not supported
- Audio of video clips does not work
- Audio does not work
- Video playback only works for clips under 10 seconds
- App crashes when feeding in 5 to 6 cameras
- App randomly crashes
- Tally does not work
- No audio from iPhones via NDI
- App crashes on launch after update
Requested features
19 requests- PIP templates with square or round screens
- Scrolling text in overlays
- Ability to replay, back-forward, adjust speed, freeze
- RTMP input support
- OSC control for Stream Decks
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- Tutorials on optimal NDI usage
- Add a next cam option
- Better character generator
- Fix video playback for clips over 10 seconds
- Improve bitrate for YouTube streaming
- Add SRT output support
- Improve audio functionality
- More intuitive wireless camera setup
- Provide how-to videos or tutorials
- Allow recovery of previously purchased features
- Implement a trial period
- Fix tally functionality
- Add audio support for NDI streams
- Improve output section stability
In-app purchases
Shoot Pro Camera Source
- Shoot Basic$8.99
- In-App Recording$12.99
- Telestrator$14.99
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- Pro Essentials$17.99
- Pro Essentials Lifetime$19.99
- Lifetime Updates Upgrade$69.99
- Lifetime Updates$99.99
TopDirector (NDI,SRT,UVC,RTSP)
- Unlock All Features$49.991 Year
- NDI and TALLY$4.99
- Enable USB(UVC) Camera Input$4.99
- Screen Mirroring/AirPlay$9.99
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- PTZ Camera Control$9.99
- Picture in Picture Watermark$14.99
- Logo and Background Music$14.99
- Video Scopes, Color Grading$14.99
- UTitle, Title, NTitle, SuperFG$14.99
- Unlimited PGM Duration$14.99
Questions
Is Shoot Pro Camera Source free?
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