CameraAccess for PC

★ ★ ★ CameraAccess Overview

What is CameraAccess?

CameraAccess is an app that allows you to control CANON camcorders using your iPhone or iPad through Wi-Fi. You can view the live image from the camcorder, zoom in/out, start/stop recording, and save the image to your device. This app is useful for monitoring pets, bird-watching, and recording yourself.

Software Features and Description

1. You can start/stop recording and zoom in/out while viewing the camcorder's live image from a distance.

2. CameraAccess allows you to operate CANON camcorders with your iPhone and iPad via Wi-Fi.

3. *Available functions vary depending on the camcorder model.

4. This app is useful such as for monitoring your pets, bird-watching, and recording yourself.

5. Live images can be saved to your device.

6. *1 Use CameraAccess plus if you have already updated the firmware.

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Download and install CameraAccess on your computer

GET Compatible PC App

App	Download	Rating	Maker
CameraAccess	Get App ↲	25 1.60	PIXELA Corporation

Or follow the guide below to use on PC:

Select Windows version:

Windows 10
Windows 11

Install CameraAccess app on your Windows in 4 steps below:

Download an Android emulator for PC:
Get either Bluestacks or the Nox App >> . We recommend Bluestacks because you can easily find solutions online if you run into problems while using it. Download Bluestacks PC software Here >> .

Install the emulator:
On your computer, goto the Downloads folder » click to install Bluestacks.exe or Nox.exe » Accept the License Agreements » Follow the on-screen prompts to complete installation.

Using CameraAccess on PC [Windows 10/ 11]:

Open the Emulator app you installed » goto its search bar and search "CameraAccess"
The search will reveal the CameraAccess app icon. Open, then click "Install".
Once CameraAccess is downloaded inside the emulator, locate/click the "All apps" icon to access a page containing all your installed applications including CameraAccess.
Now enjoy CameraAccess on PC.

Download a Compatible APK for PC

Download	Developer	Rating	Current version
Get APK for PC →	PIXELA Corporation	1.60	2.0.3

Download on Windows 11

For Windows 11, check if there's a native CameraAccess Windows app here » ». If none, follow the steps below:

To get started, Download the OpenPC software »
- Upon installation, open OpenPC app » goto "Playstore on PC" » click "Configure_Download" button. This will auto-download and install PlayStore on your computer.

To use CameraAccess,
- Login to the PlayStore we just installed
- Search for "CameraAccess" » then Click "Install".
- CameraAccess will now be available on your Windows start-menu.

Minimum requirements	Recommended
8GB RAM SSD Storage Processor: Intel Core i3, AMD Ryzen 3000 Architecture: x64 or ARM64	16GB RAM HDD Storage

Get CameraAccess on Apple macOS

Download	Developer	Reviews	Rating
Get Free on Mac	PIXELA Corporation	25	1.60

Download on Android: Download Android

CameraAccess functions

- View the live image from the camcorder

- Zoom in/out

- Start/stop recording

- Save the image from the camcorder

- Touch exposure (exposure adjustment)

- Self-timer

- Available functions vary depending on the camcorder model

- Supported camcorders: VIXIA HF R42, VIXIA HF R40, VIXIA mini, LEGRIA HF R48, LEGRIA HF R47, LEGRIA HF R46, LEGRIA mini

- Supported devices: iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPod touch 4th generation, iPod touch 5th generation, iPad, iPad 2, iPad mini, iPad 3rd generation, iPad 4th generation

- Supported OS: iOS 5, iOS 6

✔ Pros:

- The app allows for remote recording of movies using a smartphone or iPad.

- The app works well once the camera and phone are properly connected through wifi.

- The app delivers what it promises.

☹ Cons:

- The app comes with no explanation for its configuration and expects users to know which models it will work with.

- The app's functions are minimal and offer no fullscreen modes.

- The app has an awful delay for close proximity use.

- The app drops the connection between the phone and camera after about ten seconds, rendering it useless.

Top Pcmac Reviews

CameraAccess App

By Flutetoot7 (Pcmac user)

I have the HF-R40. When first trying to use this app I recommend going to the cd that came with the camera. There is a complete instruction Manuel on the disc. There is a section "recording movies using a smartphone". It also works with an iPad. The steps are given in order. It worked the first time I tried it. If the steps are not done in order it will not connect. Write down the SSID and password for reference before setting up he process. The second time I tried it my device remembered the info, but it may come in handy in the future. This app is nice because it is not line of sight like most remotes. I put my camera in auto on standard quality.
Works

By TonyTough13 (Pcmac user)

It works well. It wont work though till u go to your phones wifi settings and select the camcorder first as your wifi source. So steps are 1) select smartphone streaming icon on camcorder. 2) go to phone and settings and select wifi then canon camcorder. 3) run app. Good luck. oh and app will be grayed out if your camcorder is not set up for "standard recording" under recording setup.
Not the best tool for wireless view

By KatsushiroK (Pcmac user)

The app comes with no explanation for its configuration and expects its users to know which models it will work with. After connecting via settings on both device and camera the functions given are minimal and offer no fullscreen modes. The disclaimer is the only function in settings gear icon. Overall this app gives you what it promises but for close proximity use it has an awful delay. For its troubles you'd best just use the built in screen...
Useless - waste of time

By NickBSLC (Pcmac user)

The app maintains a connection from my iPhone 5 to my Canon Vixia HFR50 for about ten seconds, then drops the connection - even though they’re within a foot of each other. The app is a complete waste of time.