# FrameScope Viewfinder — Director's Viewfinder

> Director's Viewfinder (iPhone/iPad app by John Mark Santos.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/framescope-viewfinder/id6760400333 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [John Mark Santos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1884282176)
- Category: Photo & Video, Utilities
- Price: $9.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 33 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2026-03-30
- Data updated: 2026-05-17
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/framescope-viewfinder/id6760400333/reviews.md

## What is FrameScope Viewfinder?

FrameScope Viewfinder is a professional cinematography tool designed to help filmmakers, cinematographers, directors, and students visualize camera framing before stepping on set.

Using accurate camera sensor data and real-world lens calculations, FrameScope allows users to simulate how different lenses and cameras will frame a shot in real time.

CAMERA SYSTEMS:
        ARRI - Alexa 35, Alexa LF and  Mini LF
	RED - Monstro 8k, V-Raptor 8k, Komodo-X 6k and Epic-X Dragon
	SONY - Venice, Venice 2, Burano and FX6
	BLACKMAGIC - Ursa Mini 4.6k, Ursa Mini Pro 4.6k and Cinema Camera 6k Pro
	CANON - Cinema EOS c700

LENS:
        ARRI - Ultra Prime, Master Prime and Signature Prime
	ZEISS - Standard Prime(Super Speed) Supreme Prime, Supreme Radiance and CP.3
	COOKE - Panchro, s/4, s/5 and s/7
	LEICA - Summicron-C
	DZO - Aries Prime FF

The most highly used Cameras and Lenses on Film Productions worldwide.
Zoom Lenses and many more coming onboard soon!

The app replicates the functionality of traditional optical director’s viewfinders while adding powerful digital tools for modern filmmaking workflows.

FrameScope enables users to quickly preview shot composition, evaluate lens choices, and plan camera setups without needing physical equipment.

Key features include:
             - Industry favorite professional cinema cameras and lenses
             - Real-time field-of-view simulation
             - Framing overlays for most aspect ratios
             - Intuitive controls designed for fast on-set framing and decision making.

Users can select a camera system and lens combination to instantly preview the resulting field of view. The app accurately reflects how different sensors affect framing, allowing filmmakers to make informed creative and technical decisions.

FrameScope is designed for professionals working in film, television, advertising, and digital content production. It is also an educational resource for film students and enthusiasts learning the relationship between focal length, sensor size, and composition.

The interface prioritizes speed, clarity, and usability in real-world production environments.

FrameScope Viewfinder is an essential tool for:

• Cinematographers
• Directors
• Camera operators
• Film students
• Location scouts
• Production designers
• Content creators

Whether planning a complex production or learning the fundamentals of cinematography, FrameScope provides an accurate and efficient way to visualize your shot before the camera rolls.


## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 3.0.0 — 2026-04-16

Camera Sensor Modes Updated
Camera Sensor Mode Line up is now Complete

### 2.0.3 — 2026-03-30

No release notes.

## More apps by John Mark Santos

- [Camera Lens Crop Factor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/camera-lens-crop-factor/id6760890958)

All apps by John Mark Santos: https://appshunter.io/developer/1884282176

## Related topics

[framescope viewfinder](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/framescope-viewfinder)

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