# Camera Timer USB

> Release your digital camera (eg. a DSLR) or integrated camera with your phone!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.strickling.cameratimer](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.strickling.cameratimer)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.strickling.cameratimer`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** W. Strickling
- **Category:** PHOTOGRAPHY
- **Downloads:** 79,203
- **Rating:** 2.33 / 5 (219 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.0.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-08-23
- **First published:** 2011-06-24
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Size:** 2.90 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.strickling.cameratimer)
- **Website:** [http://www.strickling.net/android\_en.htm#CameraTimer](http://www.strickling.net/android_en.htm#CameraTimer)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.strickling.net/android\_privacy\_cameratimer.htm](http://www.strickling.net/android_privacy_cameratimer.htm)

## Description

Camera Timer USB allows you to remotely release your digital camera (such as DSLRs from Canon, Nikon, or Sony) using your Android phone. It supports infrared (IR) blaster control for seamless wireless operation and requires Android 4.4 KitKat or higher with a built-in IR blaster. The app also supports USB host mode (Android 3.x and above) to connect external cameras with a specialized USB host adapter cable. For earlier Android versions, the app can trigger external electronic devices using the phone's built-in flash LED.

Additionally, Camera Timer USB provides an option to take photos using the phone’s internal camera with automatic geotagging. Releasing external cameras via optical cable requires compatible phones offering torch mode for the camera flash and a connection cable with a phototransistor. This Chrome extension is ideal for photography enthusiasts seeking remote shutter control and advanced camera timer features right from their Android device.

## Rankings

- #246,022 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.TRANSMIT_IR`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users appreciate Camera Timer USB for its simple, effective intervalometer functionality using USB OTG cables with various DSLR cameras. It's praised as an affordable alternative to remote devices and useful for timelapse enthusiasts. However, multiple users report crashes, compatibility problems with specific camera models, and connection issues. The interface could be improved for ease of use, as some find it challenging initially. Overall, it works well for compatible devices but has limitations and occasional instability.

### Pros

- Effective intervalometer function for timelapse photography with various DSLR cameras.
- Simple and efficient app design fulfilling its primary purpose.
- Works well with a USB OTG cable and compatible cameras, enabling remote control features.
- Free or low-cost alternative to physical intervalometer remotes.

### Cons

- App crashes or quits immediately on some devices or with certain camera models.
- Compatibility issues with some cameras (e.g., Nikon D3500, Canon T4i).
- Interface usability issues; some users find it difficult to learn or desire improved UI elements.
- Problems with USB camera option being greyed out or connection failures despite following instructions.

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