Compatibility
Check if your Camera, Gimbal, Switcher or Controller works with Middle Control. Use the dropdowns below to verify compatibility.
Having issues with the compatibility tool ? If it doesnβt display correctly, scroll here for a quick summary of supported hardware.
- Accessories: Certain functions may need additional hardware (e.g., DJI Focus Motor, Active Track : RavenEye...)
- Network stability: Prefer wired Ethernet for productions for optimal low latency and reliability. If you can only use Wi-Fi, make sure to use one or more high quality Wi-Fi access points (i.e : Ubiquiti, GL-iNet...)
- Testing: When combining ATEM control, gimbals, and cameras, we recommend planning & testing ahead of show time.
Supported Hardware - Summaryβ
If for some reason you are unable to use the interactive configurator above, use the tabs below to check whether your Gimbal, Camera, Switcher, or Controller is supported by Middle Control.
- Gimbals
- Cameras
- Switchers
- Controllers
The following DJI gimbals are supported with Middle Control:
| Gimbal | APC-R Mini | APC-R Mini Lite | APC-R (CANBUS) | APC-R (SBUS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DJI RS2 | β | β | β 1 | β |
| DJI RS3 Pro | β | β | β 1 | β |
| DJI RS4 | β | β | β 1 | β |
| DJI RS4 Pro | β | β | β 1 | β |
| DJI RS5 | β | β | β 1 | β |
| DJI Ronin-S | β | β | β | β 2 |
| DJI Ronin-SC | β | β | β | β 2 |
| DJI Ronin-2 | β | β | β | β 2 |
1 Requires DJI Focus Wheel or APC-R Gimbal Adapter to connect to the gimbal.
2 Requires DJI Focus Wheel to connect (SBUS mode only).
- RSC2, RS3, RS3 Mini, and RS4 Mini are not supported because they do not have an RSA port.
- Youβll need one APC-R per gimbal when controlling multiple gimbals.
Position Presets, Focus Motor, Remote Calibration, Sleep/Wake, and ActiveTrack are only available over CANBUS. SBUS gimbals support basic PTZ movement only.
- Blackmagic
- Sony
The following Blackmagic cameras are supported:
| Camera | via APC-R | via ATEM SDI/HDMI | Ethernet Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackmagic URSA Cine 12K LF & 17K 65 | β | β | β |
| Blackmagic URSA Cine Immersive | β | β | β |
| Blackmagic URSA Broadcast G1 | β | β | β |
| Blackmagic URSA Broadcast G2 | β | β | β 2 |
| Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro G1 | β 1 | β | β |
| Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro G2 | β 1 | β | β |
| Blackmagic Pyxis 6K | β | β | β 2 |
| Blackmagic Pyxis 12K | β | β | β 2 |
| Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K | β | β | β |
| Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K | β | β | β 4 |
| Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G1 | β 1 | β | β |
| Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K G2 | β | β | β 4 |
| Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro | β | β | β 4 |
| Blackmagic Micro Studio 4K G1 | β | β | β |
| Blackmagic Micro Studio 4K G2 | β | β | β 4 |
| Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Plus | β | β | β 4 |
| Blackmagic Studio Camera 4K Pro G1 / G2 | β | β | β 3 |
| Blackmagic Studio Camera 6K Pro | β | β | β 3 |
| Blackmagic Studio Camera 6K Pro G2 | β | β | β 3 |
1 Focus value cannot be saved in APC-R presets on these older models.
2 Firmware 10.0 BETA required.
3 Firmware 9.4 BETA required.
4 No Live View / Multi View.
- Youβll need one APC-R per camera when controlling multiple cameras.
- For ATEM: make sure camera control is working in ATEM Software Control before connecting Middle Control.
- Keep your camera firmware up to date before connecting over Ethernet.
Feature set varies by model β check the configurator above for details.
The following Sony cameras are supported on macOS with Middle Control Pro:
Alpha Series
| Camera | Wi-Fi | Ethernet |
|---|---|---|
| Sony A7 IV | β | β |
| Sony A7 V (v3.2.0+) | β | β |
| Sony A7S III | β | β |
| Sony A7R V | β | β |
| Sony A7C II | β | β |
| Sony A6700 | β | β |
| Sony A9 Mark III | β | β |
| Sony A1 Mark I | β | β |
| Sony A1 Mark II | β | β |
| Sony ZV-E10 II | β | β |
| Sony ZV-E1 | β | β |
Cinema & Broadcast
| Camera | Wi-Fi | Ethernet |
|---|---|---|
| Sony FX2 | β | β |
| Sony FX3 / FX3A | β | β |
| Sony FX30 | β | β |
| Sony FX6 | β | β |
| Sony Burano | β | β |
| Sony PXW-Z200 | β | β |
| Sony PXW-Z300 | β | β |
| Sony PXW-Z380 | β | β |
PTZ Cameras
| Camera | Wi-Fi | Ethernet |
|---|---|---|
| Sony BRC-AM7 | β | β |
| Sony FR7 | β | β |
Feature set varies by model β check the configurator above for details.
Only adapters with a supported chipset (Realtek RTL8153 or AX88179) are compatible. Only 1 Gbps adapters are supported β 2.5G and 10G are not.
Tested adapters:
- Belkin USB-C to Ethernet Gigabit (all Sony cameras)
- Anker PowerExpand USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet (FX3 and similar)
- TP-Link UE300C (FX3 and similar)
The APC-R family is compatible with most Blackmagic Design ATEM switchers:
| Switcher | Supported |
|---|---|
| ATEM Mini | β |
| ATEM Mini Pro & Pro ISO | β |
| ATEM Mini Extreme & Extreme ISO | β |
| ATEM Mini Extreme ISO G2 | β |
| ATEM SDI / SDI Pro ISO / SDI Extreme ISO | β |
| ATEM Constellation HD / 4K / 8K | β |
| ATEM Television Studio HD | β |
| ATEM Television Studio HD8 / 4K8 | β |
| ATEM Television Studio Pro HD | β |
| ATEM Television Studio Pro 4K | β |
| ATEM Production Studio 4K | β |
| ATEM 1M/E & 2M/E Production Studio 4K | β |
| ATEM 4M/E Broadcast Studio 4K | β |
ATEM Software Control must be installed on the computer running Middle Control.
Control Optionsβ
ATEM Hardware Panelsβ
If you use an ATEM switcher, these hardware panels also work with Middle Control:
- Blackmagic ATEM Advanced Panel 1M/E, 2M/E, 4M/E (basic Pan/Tilt/Zoom)
- Blackmagic ATEM Camera Control Panel
- Blackmagic ATEM Micro Camera Panel
Tested USB Gamepadsβ
- Turtle Beach VelocityOne
- Thrustmaster TCA Sidestick Airbus Edition Β· TCA Quadrant Airbus Edition β setup guide
- Thrustmaster T.Flight Hotas X Β· USB Joystick
- Microsoft Xbox One Wireless Controller V2
- Sony PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller
- DJI FPV Remote Controller 3
- Logitech Extreme 3D Pro Β· Gamepad F310S
- THE G-LAB K-PAD THORIUM
You can control one camera at a time per gamepad. For simultaneous multi-operator control, see Middle Control Pro.