Capture photos and videos on the spot
Use one large live preview for both photo capture and video recording. Timer shots and timelapse are supported as part of the same flow.
PortShot
Turn your iPad into a USB-C camera capture monitor
Connect a USB-C external UVC camera or webcam to your iPad. Preview the live feed while taking photos or recording video, with everything stored inside the app instead of the Camera Roll.
Version 1.2.0 / Released May 21, 2026
From connection to storage, all in one flow
PortShot keeps only the steps you need for checking an external camera feed. Launch into a live preview right away, then keep captured files inside the app so your work records stay separate.
Adjust for different camera angles
Switch horizontal and vertical orientation adjustments to match your setup. Preview, capture, and library saving all stay in the same app.
Useful for product shots and document checks
From tabletop product shots to document checks and overhead confirmation, PortShot fits tasks where you want to verify what is in front of the camera right away.
Saved only inside the app
Captured files do not get mixed into Photos or the Camera Roll. Save, review, and delete everything from the in-app library.
Use an external camera wherever the check happens
From desk work to fixed-position records, PortShot keeps preview, capture, and storage close on the iPad.
Check hands-on work on a larger screen
Show documents, small parts, or in-progress desk work through an external camera and confirm the view on the iPad while capturing.
Use a webcam as a simple monitor
Connect a USB-C webcam and check the angle, frame, and subject placement right where you are working.
Adjust the view to match the setup
Use flip settings when the camera direction does not match the way the subject should be checked.
Record changes from a fixed position
Keep a camera on a tripod or arm aimed at the same place, then use timer shots or timelapse to leave a record.
Keep work captures out of Photos
Store check photos and videos inside PortShot instead of mixing them into the personal photo library.
Keep capture checks inside the iPad
Use live preview, capture, and storage as one focused workflow for external camera checks.
Capture photos and videos on the spot
Use one large live preview for both photo capture and video recording.
Adjust for different camera angles
Switch orientation adjustments to match the way your external camera is set up.
Useful for product shots and document checks
Verify what is in front of the camera right away for tabletop work and overhead checks.
Saved only inside the app
Keep captured files in the app library instead of mixing them into Photos.
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View all articlesPortShot 1.2.0 Release Notes
PortShot 1.2.0 improves color preset display, video mirroring, save-time conversion, date stamp placement, and recording preparation.
2026-05-21 release-notes
PortShot 1.1 Update Notes
PortShot 1.1 improves handling around real-time video recording and playback, and adjusts color presets so their appearances are clearer.
2026-05-10 release-notes
Turn Your iPad into a Simple Capture Monitor for USB-C External Cameras
PortShot is a simple capture monitor that lets you connect a USB-C external UVC camera to your iPad, take photos and record videos while viewing the live feed, and review saved media inside the app.
2026-04-28 release-notes
FAQ
What kind of app is PortShot? +
PortShot is an iPad app for connecting USB-C external UVC cameras and webcams, previewing the live feed, and capturing photos or videos. Captured files are managed inside the app instead of being mixed into Photos.
Does it work with every camera? +
PortShot is designed around standard UVC-compatible external cameras. It does not guarantee compatibility with every webcam or accessory, so support may vary depending on the connection method and hardware combination.
Does PortShot support timer shots and timelapse? +
Yes. In addition to photo capture and video recording, PortShot supports timer shots and timelapse, which makes it useful for fixed-position checks and gradual changes over time.
What do I need to use PortShot? +
You need a compatible iPad and a USB-C external UVC camera. Depending on your setup, you may also need a USB-C cable, adapter, hub, or dock.
Where are captured photos and videos saved? +
Captured photos, videos, and timelapse frames are stored in PortShot's in-app library by default. They do not automatically get mixed into Photos or the Camera Roll, which makes it easier to keep work records separate.
Updates
2026-05-21
Version 1.2.0 was released.
2026-05-20
Version 1.1.1 was released.
2026-05-10
Version 1.1 was released.
2026-04-28
Version 1.0 was released.
PortShot
Turn your iPad into a USB-C camera capture monitor
PortShot turns your iPad into a capture monitor for USB-C external UVC cameras and webcams. Preview live video, capture photos and videos, and keep everything in the in-app library.