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Manfrotto Digital Director for iPad Pro 12.9" and Nikon and Canon DSLR Cameras

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Manfrotto Digital Director for iPad Pro 12.9" and Nikon and Canon DSLR Cameras
Key Features
  • Real-Time Live View Monitoring
  • Controls Camera Functions from iPad
  • Interactive Focus and Digital Zoom
  • Remote Shooting Control
Control your Nikon or Canon DSLR from the Digital Director for iPad Pro 12.9" from Manfrotto. The Digital Director is an advanced tether solution comprised of three main components: a user-supplied iPad, an Apple Certified Digital Director iPad holder with a built-in microprocessor, and the Digital Director App. These three components work together seamlessly to provide you with control over your camera's still and video functions right from the iPad.
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Manfrotto Digital Director Overview

Control your Nikon or Canon DSLR from the Digital Director for iPad Pro 12.9" from Manfrotto. The Digital Director is an advanced tether solution comprised of three main components: a user-supplied iPad, an Apple Certified Digital Director iPad holder with a built-in microprocessor, and the Digital Director App. These three components work together seamlessly to provide you with control over your camera's still and video functions right from the iPad.

The heart of the Digital Director is the iPad holder which is customized to securely fit the iPad Pro 12.9" and features a lock to prevent accidental release. The iPad slips into the holder and the Lightning connector provides communication between the iPad and the built-in ARM Cortex A8 600 MHz microprocessor, and a USB cable connects the unit to the camera. The processor allows for real-time live view monitoring when shooting stills or videos, as well as fast download speeds when transferring full size JPEGs from the camera's memory card to the iPad.

Digital Director App
  • The intuitive iPad application controls key functions of your Nikon or Canon DSLR camera such as focus point, exposure, aperture and shutter speed.
  • The app provides real-time live view monitoring, manual focus control with focus peaking, and touchscreen point autofocus.
  • Interactive Focus can be used to select the focus point anywhere on the iPad's screen. Digital zoom magnifies the selected focus point to ensure crisp and accurate focus.
  • A toolbar shows histograms, exposure controls, focus controls, color temperature, the shutter button, and audio levels when shooting video. In full-screen mode the floating toolbar can be moved anywhere on the screen, and the individual control can be opened and flicked away to remove on-screen clutter.
  • Image star ratings allow you to sort images, and the app can organize them into albums, shoot profiles, and connection profiles.
  • Download full-size JPEGs to the iPad and adjust the image's exposure, contrast, and light. You can also crop and rotate the image, check the histogram and EXIF data. Once complete, you can share your edited images via FTP, Email, or on social networks directly from your iPad's camera roll.
  • The app allows you to choose between single shot mode or continuous mode using the large shutter button on the iPad screen.
  • A plug-in for Adobe Lightroom is available to help import additional Digital Director metadata from images taken while using the Digital Director.
  • Digital Director iPad Holder
  • The Digital Director consists of a custom-fit frame to fit the iPad Pro 12.9" and an electronic interface with an ARM Cortex A8 600 MHz microprocessor. The frame is user-replaceable so that it maintains compatibility with future iPads.
  • A 3/8"-16 female thread allows the holder to attach to a variety of supports, and two notches to match up with Manfrotto's anti-twist mounts.
  • Four cold shoe mounts on the back of the Digital Director are provided for attaching various accessories.
  • The holder is powered by four user-supplied AA batteries or by the included AC adapter, which includes four international adapters: North America, Italy, Germany, and UK.
  • The Digital Director connects to the camera via the USB port and up to a 32.8' USB cable.
  • Camera Compatibility
    Canon:
    • EOS-1D X, 1D C, 5DS, 5DS R, 5D Mark III, 6D, 7D Mark II, 70D, 60D, Rebel T6s/760D, Rebel T6i/750D, Rebel T5i/700D, Rebel SL1/100D, Rebel T5/1200D

    Nikon:
    • D4S, D4, D810, D800, D800E, Df, D750, D610, D7200, D7100, D7000, D5500, D5300

    Manfrotto Digital DirectorSpecs

    Key Specs
    Item Type
    Wired
    Camera Connection
    Canon USB Terminal, Nikon USB Terminal
    Interval Timer/Programmable
    No
    Live View
    Yes
    Camera Connection
    Canon USB Terminal, Nikon USB Terminal
    Interval Timer/Programmable
    No
    Live View
    Yes
    Mobile Device/App-enabled
    Yes
    Cable Length
    3.3' / 1 m
    Transmitter Power Source
    AC Adapter, Battery
    Transmitter Battery Requirements
    4 x AA
    Transmitter Weight
    11.9 oz / 337 g (with batteries)
    Packaging Info
    Package Weight
    2.45 lb
    Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
    14.4 x 10 x 3.2"

    Manfrotto Digital Director Reviews

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    question

    Why this product is discontinued and is there any chance to have it back?
    Asked by: Mounir T.
    We were not told why Manfrotto discontinued this product. There is no indication that it might come back. I would suggest searching the used market.
    Answered by: Dennis A L.
    Date published: 2018-08-26

    question

    Anyone using the DD with an iPad Pro, Nikon D810, and experiencing a very low res, grainy live view?
    Asked by: Joshua
    This is a limitation on most Nikon DSLRs. The live view resolution is only about 640x480 (640x426 on some models) so that's the signal that gets streamed over the USB connection. When you blow that up to a large screen like the iPad Pro, the result is a grainy image, much like if you zoomed in on a low resolution jpeg.
    Answered by: Dideo M. Manfrotto Expert
    Date published: 2018-08-26

    question

    I've had this item in my shopping cart but am waiting to order because I have been unsuccessful in tracking down the app in the Apple App Store. I can't find it in searches for Manfrotto or Digital Director. Does it exist?
    Asked by: E. Crosby
    Hi E. Crosby T.I am sorry but I have no idea. Most of the products I purchase are for my sons.Sorry that I cannot help you. Good luck,Gloria
    Answered by: Gloria S.
    Date published: 2018-08-26

    question

    does it works with iPad Pro 9.7 ?
    Asked by: Roberto
    Sorry, mine is for a mini. Works better for stills than video. Has good video functionality, though.
    Answered by: Craig G.
    Date published: 2018-08-26
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