How to use ShutterLapse

Follow these steps to get started and capture smooth, professional-quality timelapses with your iPhone.

Detailed tutorial video — coming soon

Getting started

  1. 01

    Power on the ShutterLapse

    Use a USB-C cable and connect it to a power bank. It can also be powered directly by some phones (iPhone 15 and later).

  2. 02

    Connect via Bluetooth to the phone

    Open your phone’s Bluetooth settings and connect to “ShutterLapse”.

  3. 03

    Prepare your shot

    Set up your phone on a tripod and enable Night Mode in the Camera app.

  4. 04

    Choose a shutter interval

    ShutterLapse provides 4 interval modes. To switch modes, press the button.

Choose a shutter interval

ShutterLapse provides 4 interval modes. To switch modes, press the button.

STBY mode

Setup mode

This mode lets you connect via Bluetooth and prepare your setup. It does not take any pictures.

8s interval mode

iPhone 5-second Night Mode

This first interval mode is designed for the iPhone 5-second Night Mode. The additional 3 seconds let the phone process the image.

33s interval mode

iPhone 30-second Night Mode

This second interval mode is designed for the iPhone 30-second Night Mode.

Custom interval mode

Fully customizable

This mode lets you customize the interval between shots. Long-press the button to start configuring the interval, then short-press to adjust it. Long-press again to confirm and exit.

Pro tips for the best results

  • Use a stable tripod

    Small movements can degrade the overall quality of your final timelapse.

  • Avoid moving or bright lights

    Cars, streetlights or other bright light sources can affect picture consistency.

  • Lock focus and exposure

    Prevent sudden brightness or focus shifts by long-pressing on the iPhone screen to enter Auto Focus and Auto Exposure lock.

  • Minimize vibrations

    Do not touch or move the phone during the timelapse. Do not set up the phone on a moving or vibrating surface (car, AC, etc.).

  • Use airplane mode

    Switch your iPhone to Airplane Mode during the timelapse. Notifications cause vibrations and incoming calls can interrupt capture.

  • Connect to a power bank

    A 10,000 mAh battery pack lets your iPhone capture for 8–9 hours.

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