Best Camera Control Apps

4.8😊(22K ratings)

Free

#28in Photo & Video

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a professional digital film camera. Achieve a cinematic look with Hollywood-grade controls, including frame rate, shutter angle, and ISO adjustments. Record in industry-standard formats directly to cloud storage for seamless global collaboration.

What We Love

🚀 Powerful camera controls
👍 Intuitive and well-designed UI
🎥 Cinematic video quality
💰 Free app with professional features
🔗 Integration with Blackmagic ecosystem
🎨 Supports LUTs and color profiles
🔧 Extensive manual controls

Room to Improve

🐛 Stability issues and crashes
🔍 Inaccurate storage indicator
🔀 Orientation issues when switching cameras
🔊 Audio input issues
🔒 Lack of remote control/monitoring options
🔧 Confusing menu layout in some areas

Manual Camera, Pro DSLR | RAW+ by Dynamic App Design LLC

ProRAW ISO WB Shutter Control

Strong Contender

4.4😐(2.4K ratings)

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This app offers a manual-first camera experience for photographers, providing granular control over exposure, focus, and white balance. Shoot in RAW, ProRAW, or JPG with advanced tools like histograms and clipping warnings for professional results.

What We Love

🚀 High-quality RAW photos
👍 Intuitive manual controls
🚀 Powerful camera overhaul
🚀 Easy to use
👍 Great for photography enthusiasts

Room to Improve

🐛 Crashes and glitches
🔒 Subscription model
🐛 Unreliable file saving
🐛 Inconsistent image quality
🐛 Slow performance

Sony | Monitor & Control by Sony Corporation

Worth Considering

4.5(591 ratings)

Free

This app allows video creators to use their smartphone, tablet, or Mac as a remote monitor and control center for compatible cameras. It offers precise exposure adjustments, intuitive focus control, and advanced color settings for a more flexible and accurate shooting experience.

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Canon Camera Connect

by Canon Inc.

Transfer camera images to smartphoneRemote shooting with live viewAdd smartphone location data to images

Wirelessly transfer photos and videos from compatible Canon cameras to your smartphone or tablet. Control your camera remotely with live view, add location data to images, and update camera firmware.

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Remote Camera Control via Air

Manual camera settings

Remote camera controlManual camera settingsCamera preview on second device

Control your iPhone/iPad camera remotely using another device. Features manual settings, various photo and video formats, and advanced grid overlays. Save media to external drives or custom folders.

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ProCamera. Professional Camera

Pro HDR, RAW+ Manual Video Cam

Independent focus & exposure controlFull manual modeRAW, ProRAW, TIFF, JPG & HEIF support

$29.99 | 100% OFF

This app offers advanced manual controls for photography and videography, allowing users to capture professional-quality images and footage. It includes a powerful editing suite and detailed metadata viewing, with options for custom sharing and privacy.

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Camera

by Apple

Photographic StylesPortrait mode with lighting effectsNight Mode for low-light shots

Capture stunning photos and videos with advanced features like Night Mode, Portrait mode, and Photographic Styles. Record in high-resolution HDR video with cinematic effects and creative control. Take professional-quality shots and videos in any lighting condition.

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Camera Connect & Control

Connect a wifi camera or DSLR

View camera photos in a gridQuick JPG and RAW file loadingDirect photo sharing to other apps

Seamlessly connect your DSLR or WiFi camera to your smartphone. View, share, and download photos directly from your camera. Offers remote capture, live view control, and advanced features like focus bracketing and bulb capture.

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BZBGEAR Pro PTZ Camera Control

by Vetech Enterprise Inc

Comprehensive PTZ camera controlVISCA over IP protocol supportCustom camera and preset naming

This application provides precise control over compatible PTZ cameras, allowing users to manage pan, tilt, zoom, and focus. Customize camera names, adjust movement speeds, and fine-tune image parameters in real-time. Efficiently store and manage presets for multiple cameras on a single screen.

🔧 Utilities

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Pro Camera-Omnipotent Camera

RAW, Manual&HD Video App, DSLR

Manual camera controls (focus, ISO, shutter)RAW and ProRAW photo capture4K video recording up to 240fps

This app offers professional-grade photo and video capture with extensive manual controls and advanced editing tools. It leverages computational photography to unlock your device's camera potential, supporting RAW formats and high-resolution video recording.

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Halo Camera Control Blackmagic

by CHRISTOPHER JOHN OLAH

This utility app allows a single user to remotely control up to four cameras during a live broadcast. The interface provides clear visual cues indicating camera status: standby, hold, and live. Connection requires all devices to be on the same Wi-Fi network.

Remote camera operationControl up to 4 camerasVisual status indicators (standby, hold, live)

Control your Cognisys Scout

$9.99

PTZ Camera Controller + Viewer

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Works with Most PTZ Cams (UDP)

$7.49

Control compatible PTZ cameras directly from your device. View the camera feed within the app, eliminating the need for a separate monitor. Save up to eight presets per camera for quick adjustments.

UDP VISCA PTZ camera controlBuilt-in camera viewerAdd unlimited cameras

by Tangy Laboratories Inc

Wireless camera shutter controlRemote photo and video captureTime lapse creation

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.

Manual Controls + RAW

Manual camera controlsExposure compensationISO & shutter speed adjustment

This app provides advanced manual camera controls for your iPhone, mimicking the experience of a DSLR. It allows for precise adjustments to shutter speed, aperture, and zoom, along with shooting in various RAW formats for greater editing flexibility.

Remote Camera & Easy Selfies

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free

Camera Remote Control

Remote camera control between 2 iPhones/iPadsLive camera preview on remote deviceWireless connection, no internet required

Transform two iPhones into a remote camera system for perfect group photos and selfies. Capture professional-quality shots wirelessly without needing internet, with features like live preview and multiple capture modes.

Pro Manual Cinematic Camera

Manual ISO, shutter speed, focus, and white balanceCinematic video with rack focus and subject trackingAdjustable depth-of-field and background blur

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional camera with advanced manual controls for both photos and videos. It offers features like rack focus, adjustable depth-of-field, and RAW image capture, mimicking the capabilities of high-end mirrorless cameras.

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ManualControls 48MP RAW/ProRAW

Lumina: Manual Camera

Manual exposure controls (Shutter Speed, ISO)Manual focus with focus peakingFull 48MP RAW capture

Take full creative control of your iPhone photography with advanced manual settings for exposure, focus, and more. Capture stunning RAW images at full 48MP resolution and utilize features like bracketing and intelligent selfie selection for professional-quality results.