qdslrdashboard
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Description:
Application for controlling Nikon, Canon and Sony cameras
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.6.12@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: photography camera-control time-lapse dslr tethered-shooting
Install: brew install --cask qdslrdashboard
About:
qDslrDashboard is a cross-platform application for remotely controlling DSLR and mirrorless cameras from Nikon, Canon, and Sony. It connects to cameras via USB or wireless network to provide live view, focus control, and intervalometer functionality. The tool is particularly valuable for time-lapse photography, astrophotography, and studio shooting scenarios.
Key Features:
  • Live view with focus peaking and magnification
  • Advanced intervalometer for time-lapse sequences
  • Camera settings control (ISO, aperture, shutter speed)
  • USB and WiFi connectivity support
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android)
Use Cases:
  • Creating time-lapse videos with precise interval timing
  • Astrophotography with long exposure control
  • Studio photography with tethered shooting setup
  • Remote camera operation for wildlife photography
Alternatives:
  • gPhoto2 – Command-line tool, more technical but highly scriptable
  • Canon EOS Utility – Manufacturer-specific, limited to Canon cameras
  • Nikon Camera Control Pro – Paid software, official Nikon solution
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:51pm 3.6.12 0 VERSION_BUMP 6e85b7ef
Aug 26, 2025 8:58pm 3.6.12 0 VERSION_BUMP db0790c4
Jul 2, 2024 11:08pm 3.6.12 0 VERSION_BUMP ead18e9a