Lenser - Director's Viewfinder

Lenser - Director's Viewfinder

by Spenser Nottage

20 ratings
12 reviews

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • March 28, 2018
  • September 5, 2019
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About

This professional tool simulates various motion picture cameras and prime lenses, offering an intuitive interface for filmmakers. It provides accurate visualizations for aspect ratios, lens circles, and focal lengths, helping directors plan shots efficiently. Save stills directly to your device for quick reference.

Simulates industry-standard cameras and lenses
Intuitive interface with quick selection
Anamorphic lens handling
Sensor aspect ratio and cropping visualizations
Zoom through full focal length range
Lens circle data and vignette warnings
Customizable kits
Direct stills saving
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What's New in Lenser

1.6

September 5, 2019

- More cameras and lenses in the database! Check the website for a list.

User reviews

Great app, needs an update.

The iPhone 14 pro wide lens isn’t used so it’s masking more picture than needed

The Alexa35 is not in the camera packages.

Good app but needs more lens and format choices

This is a great app. And I’m sure they are on the way. But it needs more camera format, as well as lens choices. I’m on a show now were we are using Panavision Panaspeeds. They aren’t available in this app (yet). Hopefully soon. We are also shooting Arri Mini LF open gate 2:1. Which also isn’t an option in the app (yet). I was trying to get the DP and other Op onboard with it. But the lack of those things put them off for now. Hopefully there is an update soon. Great app with a lot of promise though.
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Is this still being updated?

I love this app but it’s gone a year without updates now, including no support for ultra-wide cameras on the iPhone 11 and 12. Is it still being worked on?

Response from developer

Hi There! Just updating you again to let you know that as of version 1.4, all of the blackmagic cameras are supported, along with canon CN-E primes, and a generic set of lenses to form any set of focal lengths you like! ~Spenser

does not support iphone 11 super wide camera

the app is beautiful but when i switch to a wider lens (18 mm) the image is cropped with an arrow graphic filling the outer edges of the image. the iphone 11 camera covers that area but the app does not switch between cameras. this makes it basically useless.

iPhone 11 Pro Max lenses

Great viewfinder!! Is there any plan to update the app so it takes advantage of all the lenses on iPhone 11 Pro Max?

Response from developer

Hi there! Yes, I'm working on re-building it for the iPhone 11 Pro! It should be done early next year! Feel free to email me: spenser@mindvice.space if you want to chat about it, or have any suggestions! ~ Spenser

FAQ

What is Lenser used for?

Lenser is a professional viewfinder app designed to simulate a wide range of industry-standard motion picture cameras and prime lenses. It helps filmmakers with pre-visualization and shot planning by providing accurate visual representations of camera and lens combinations.

How much does Lenser cost?

Lenser is a paid application, priced at $4.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features for simulating cameras and lenses.

What devices does Lenser support?

Lenser is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to run on iOS operating systems.

Is Lenser suitable for children?

Lenser has an age rating of 4+, indicating it is generally suitable for a wide audience. However, its professional nature makes it most relevant for adult filmmakers.

How often is Lenser updated?

The latest version of Lenser is 1.6, which was last updated on September 5, 2019. New lenses and cameras are stated to be added constantly, though the update frequency may vary.

Can I save photos taken with Lenser?

Yes, stills captured using Lenser are saved directly to your phone. This eliminates the need for complicated export processes, allowing for quick reference.

Does Lenser have ads?

The provided data does not indicate the presence of advertisements in Lenser. As a paid application, it is likely ad-free.

What is the user rating for Lenser?

Lenser has an average rating of 3.9 stars, based on 20 ratings. This suggests a generally positive but mixed user reception.