rohhn / sony-bulb-timelapse

Android application for shooting BULB exposure timelapse on Sony Alpha Cameras.

Sony BULB Timelapse

An Android app for interval shooting using BULB exposure on Sony Alpha cameras.

The motivation for this project comes from a lack of apps that allow interval shooting in the BULB exposure mode.

This app allows you to control your camera using WiFi remote access.

Usage

This app is easy to use and comes with a simple, straightforward UI

Steps

1. Prepare the Camera

• Sony camera with Playmemories support

  • Ensure that your camera has support for PlayMemories Apps.
  • Your camera must have the latest version of the Smart Remote Control app installed.
  • Open the Smart Remote Control app and wait until the camera WiFi is turned ON.

• Other Sony camera

  • Select "Control with Smartphone" from the camera menu.
  • Wait until the camera WiFi is turned ON.

2. Connect to your Phone

• Connect your phone to the camera WiFi. The camera SSID usually starts with "DIRECT-"
• Open the Sony BULB Timelapse app and click "Connect"
• Once the Camera is connected, choose your interval shooting settings
• Click "Start" to begin shooting.

The app must remain ON at all times throughout the total duration.

Supported Cameras

The app should work for most Sony cameras, however I cannot confirm it. I'd be happy to receive bug reports from other cameras.

I have tested the camera on these models so far:

• Sony A6000
• Sony A6100

TODO

• Add a live view feature
• Keep app running in the background and return to state