# Helicon Remote

> Helicon Remote is a utility for tethered shooting and camera remote control

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.HeliconSoft.HeliconRemote2](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.HeliconSoft.HeliconRemote2)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.HeliconSoft.HeliconRemote2`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Helicon Soft Ltd.
- **Category:** PHOTOGRAPHY
- **Downloads:** 802,149
- **Rating:** 3.09 / 5 (4,533 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.5.5
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-27
- **First published:** 2011-12-14
- **Publisher country:** SK
- **Size:** 26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.HeliconSoft.HeliconRemote2)
- **Website:** [https://heliconsoft.com](https://heliconsoft.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://heliconsoft.com/privacy/](https://heliconsoft.com/privacy/)

## Description

Helicon Remote is a versatile utility designed for tethered shooting and camera remote control, compatible with a wide range of Nikon and Canon DSLR cameras (excluding certain entry-level models). The app requires an Android device with USB OTG support and offers features like Wi-Fi connectivity for supported cameras, automated focus and exposure bracketing, time lapse and burst shooting, live histogram, and full screen Live View with focus area highlighting. Users can control advanced functions such as hyperfocal distance calculation, extra long bulb exposures, and preview focus stacking results.

Ideal for professional photographers and enthusiasts alike, Helicon Remote enhances the shooting experience by combining multiple exposure and focus techniques seamlessly. While the free version restricts RAW shooting, a licensed version unlocks full capabilities. For optimal use, ensure your device supports USB OTG and your camera model is listed among the supported devices. Discover enhanced remote camera control with Helicon Remote's robust and user-friendly features.

## Rankings

- #77,567 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.HeliconSoft.HeliconRemote2.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`

## Review summary

Users praise Helicon Remote for robust remote shooting (focus stacking, timelapse, exposure, live view) and flexible save options, plus responsive support. However, the app is plagued by connectivity reliability issues, inconsistent camera detection across brands, and storage/behavior changes that can impact workflows. Stability problems (crashes/ freezes) and missing features (video capture) or UI quirks compound frustrations, especially on older cameras like the 700D or D90. Overall, strong feature set is offset by reliability and compatibility concerns; updates have both fixed issues and introduced new ones.

### Pros

- Comprehensive remote control of camera settings (exposure, live view, focus) across Canon and Nikon, ideal for timelapse and macro work.
- Precise focus stepping and focus stacking support, useful for astrophotography and macro work.
- Flexible saving options: photos can be stored on the device or directly on the camera/card.
- Easy WiFi/USB OTG connection options for quick setup.
- Responsive developer support with prompt fixes when issues arise.

### Cons

- Unreliable connectivity and sporadic camera recognition across devices/models (e.g., Z50, 700D, D90, D3300).
- Storage and file handling changes that can reset or override camera/storage settings and limit where files are saved.
- Stability problems: frequent crashes, freezes, or the app not opening.
- Missing or buggy features and UI issues (e.g., video capture not supported on some cameras, confusing UI).
- Compatibility limitations with certain cameras and USB/wireless setups.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.HeliconSoft.HeliconRemote2)