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Head-to-head · Time-Lapse Software

qDslrDashboard vs MasterLapse

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score qDslrDashboard #5 in Time-Lapse Software 7.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit qDslrDashboard
MasterLapse #8 in Time-Lapse Software 7.3/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 3 of 4 features Visit MasterLapse

qDslrDashboard leads on 1 check, MasterLapse on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreqDslrDashboard · 7.6/10
  • Free planonly qDslrDashboard
  • Free trialonly MasterLapse

qDslrDashboard scores higher on our rubric for time-lapse software: 7.6 against 7.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.

qDslrDashboard offers free plan; MasterLapse doesn't.

qDslrDashboard is the better fit for multi-camera DSLR operators. MasterLapse is the better fit for remote DSLR capture with cloud monitoring.

  • qDslrDashboard fits best

    Multi-camera DSLR operators

  • MasterLapse fits best

    Remote DSLR capture with cloud monitoring

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Side by side

Feature qDslrDashboard 7.6/10 Visit ↗ MasterLapse 7.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.6 7.3
Ranking #5 in Time-Lapse Software #8 in Time-Lapse Software
Best for Multi-camera DSLR operators Remote DSLR capture with cloud monitoring
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price — €8/unit/mo
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — 30 days
Deployment Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Android
Support Email, Community, Docs Email, Community
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business, Mid-market
Features qDslrDashboard 3/4 · MasterLapse 3/4
Deflicker tools Not checked yet Not checked yet
Camera control ✓ ✓
Interval scheduling ✓ ✓
RAW photo support ✓ ✓
Specs
Sequence input Camera Camera
Supported platforms windows, macos, linux, ios, android android, web
Export formats Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Synchronized capture across multiple connected cameras
  • Histogram-based Holy Grail exposure control in LrTimelapse
  • RAW preview, focus stacking and NMX motion-controller support
  • USB PTP control for compatible Canon, Nikon, Sony and Fujifilm cameras
  • Offline capture, cloud upload and alarms for signal, battery, power and heat
  • 4K rendering with FPS control, plus JPEG, RAW and HDR capture
Cons
  • Camera compatibility depends on supported Nikon, Canon or Sony models
  • iOS availability may be affected by Apple's app removal
  • Advanced workflows require separate ddserver or NMX hardware
  • No free plan; paid subscription follows the 30-day trial
  • 4K, RAW capture and project sharing are available only on Pro
  • Platform coverage centers on Android and web access
Our verdict

qDslrDashboard is a camera-control application for Nikon and Canon DSLRs and Sony mirrorless cameras. It connects over USB, network or supported wireless adapters, giving photographers remote capture, synchronized shooting, live view,…

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MasterLapse is a cloud-based timelapse system for long-running construction, building and landscape projects. An Android phone can work as a standalone camera or control a compatible DSLR or mirrorless camera over USB PTP. The service…

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  1. qDslrDashboardTime-Lapse Software 7.6Free plan
  2. MasterLapseTime-Lapse Software 7.330-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • qDslrDashboard — where it wins

    • Synchronized capture across multiple connected cameras
    • Histogram-based Holy Grail exposure control in LrTimelapse
    • RAW preview, focus stacking and NMX motion-controller support

    Where it doesn't

    • Camera compatibility depends on supported Nikon, Canon or Sony models
    • iOS availability may be affected by Apple's app removal
    • Advanced workflows require separate ddserver or NMX hardware

  • MasterLapse — where it wins

    • USB PTP control for compatible Canon, Nikon, Sony and Fujifilm cameras
    • Offline capture, cloud upload and alarms for signal, battery, power and heat
    • 4K rendering with FPS control, plus JPEG, RAW and HDR capture

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; paid subscription follows the 30-day trial
    • 4K, RAW capture and project sharing are available only on Pro
    • Platform coverage centers on Android and web access

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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