ImageImporter

Professional Photo Workflow for iOS

ImageImporter transforms your iOS device into a professional photo workflow powerhouse, specifically designed for photographers who shoot RAW+JPEG and need precise control over their import process.

Why ImageImporter?

The iOS Photos app forces you to import both RAW and JPEG files from your camera—wasting storage and creating library clutter. ImageImporter solves this by letting you selectively import only JPEGs while leaving RAW files on your camera for desktop archiving.

But ImageImporter goes beyond simple importing. It introduces a powerful staging and culling workflow that lets you review, select, and organize photos before committing them to your Photos library—saving time and keeping your library clean.

Key Features

Selective Import

• Choose to import only JPEG files, not RAW
• Filter by file type (JPEG, RAW, video)
• See what you've already imported to avoid duplicates
• Import from any PTP-compatible camera via USB (Nikon, Canon, Sony, Fuji, and more)

Professional Staging Area

• Preview all imported photos before adding to library
• Full-screen review mode with swipe navigation
• Delete unwanted shots silently—no confirmation dialogs
• Automatic storage management and cleanup

Smart Culling Workflow

• Select keepers for library import
• Multi-select support for batch operations
• Visual selection indicators
• Seamless integration with Photos app

Web Publishing (Optional)

• Upload to your own S3-compatible storage (Cloudflare R2, AWS S3, etc.)
• Automatic image optimization (2048px max, JPEG format)
• Video conversion to web-friendly H.264/MP4
• EXIF metadata stripping for privacy
• Direct integration with web galleries

Storage Intelligence

• Automatic storage capacity checks before import
• Prevents device storage from filling up
• Efficient caching system
• Temporary files cleaned up automatically

The Workflow

1. Connect your camera via USB
2. Select photos to import (JPEGs only, or include RAW/video)
3. Review in staging area with full-screen preview
4. Delete unwanted shots, select keepers
5. Push selected photos to Photos library
6. (Optional) Upload to web with automatic optimization

Technical Details

Compatible Cameras:

• Works with any PTP (Picture Transfer Protocol) compatible camera
• Tested with Nikon, Canon, Sony, and Fujifilm models
• Supports most modern mirrorless and DSLR cameras

Requirements:

• iOS 17.0 or later
• Lightning to USB Camera Adapter or USB-C adapter (depending on device)
• Optional: S3-compatible storage account for web publishing

Privacy & Security:

• No data collection or tracking
• All processing happens locally on your device
• S3 uploads go directly to YOUR storage account
• We never see your photos or credentials

Available on the App Store

Coming soon to the iOS App Store

Documentation

• Privacy Policy
• Support

About

ImageImporter is built by photographers, for photographers. We understand your workflow because we live it every day.

Developer: Evan Paschke Contact: Privacy & Support