# Magic ARRI ViewFinder — ARRI Director's Viewfinder

> Digital director's viewfinder simulating ARRI camera and lens field of view. (iPhone/iPad app by Roman Medvid.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-arri-viewfinder/id1347132361 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Roman Medvid](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180410540)
- Category: Photo & Video, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 173 App Store ratings · 14 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English, Russian
- Released: 2018-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-arri-viewfinder/id1347132361/reviews.md

## What is Magic ARRI ViewFinder?

Magic ARRI ViewFinder gives a precise framing preview for the real camera/lens combination you'll be shooting with, right where you stand with your iPhone / iPad. It simulates the field of view of ARRI digital cameras or lens and can help thousands of professionals in filmmaking at the preproduction.

PLEASE READ: the app does not turn your Apple device into an external monitor but operates as a stand-alone tool.

The app contains ad banners, which can be turned off with additional in-app purchase (in 'About the App' menu).

The app is a digital directors viewfinder -- it helps you see the exact field of view for your future shot. Select the camera from the menu and rotate the wheel to select the focal length of the lens.

Supported cameras / formats:

- Alexa Classic / XT / SXT / LF / Amira
- Sensor Mode 16:9 4:3 / 4:3 Cropped / Open Gate

Magic ViewFinder simulates using tele adapters or anamorphic optics on your camera (see menu). From the menu you can also select the aspect ratio of the frame guide overlaying your image.

Magic ViewFinder also lets you apply some commonly used color presets (also known as LUTs)to the live picture, which brings you even closer to the final shot.

When you have found the right view, you may save it for future reference, with additional data like the focal length, date and time and camera / lens information.
While taking a photo, you may lock exposure and turn on and off the auto focus to better control the captured picture.

You can set camera to work in constant auto-focus mode, or lock the focus temporarily. You can also tap the live screen to focus on particular objects (which turns on the focus-locked mode).

White balance may work in Auto, Locked or Manual mode.

If the field of view of your real camera is wider than your in-device camera, the app adds 'padding' around the image, since the device cannot 'see' what is beyond. It is the best solution that we developed first amongst other viewfinder apps.

Please note that position of your iPhone or iPad should correspond to the 'nodal point' of your real lens, which is somewhere in the middle of the lens. This point is, so to speak, the weighted center of the optics.

Ad policy: The ads are designed to appear non-intrusively. Ads can be turned off (see below).

Additional info about the app may be read at: http://dev.kadru.net/index.php/magic-viewfinder/

If you have any issues please email us for a quick support: dev@kadru.net

To activate additional settings (i.e. to use all available optical adapters and frame guides) and to turn off advertising, please subscribe to (Option #1) or purchase Premium Features (Option #2) in 'About the App' menu.

In-App Purchase Option #1:
- Title of service: Premium features: subscription
- Length of subscription: a month (auto-renewable)
- Contents of service: Turned off ads and additional options for frame guides, optical adapters, anamorphic indices, more LUTs

- Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
- Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period
- Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal
- Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase
- Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable

Terms of Use:
http://dev.kadru.net/tos.html

Privacy Policy: http://dev.kadru.net/privacy_policy/Privacy_Policy_Magic_CinemaPLUS_ViewFinder.html

In-App Purchase Option #2:
- Title of service: Premium features: purchase
- Length of subscription: once and forever
- Contents of service: Turned off ads and additional options for frame guides, optical adapters, anamorphic indices, more LUTs

## Key features

- Precise framing preview
- ARRI digital camera simulation
- Lens focal length selection
- Aspect ratio frame guides
- Color preset (LUT) application
- Save framed shots with data
- Focus and exposure control

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium features: subscription | $1.49 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium features: purchase | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 14)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-arri-viewfinder/id1347132361/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I love this viewfinder

*2024-11-25*

I’ve ditched all other apps… I wish it could use the power of the sensors and give an approximate feel of the depth of field

**Developer response:** Thanks for your kind review

### 1/5 — No selfie

*2024-03-28*

I can’t turn the camera mode to face me…

**Developer response:** This is a viewfinder, not a selfie camera 😂

### 5/5 — Great App

*2024-02-12*

I had a project due for cinematography class that was all about capturing composition under certain framing and MM and this app greatly helped with that. It has all the aspect ratios the assignment required at the time and there was no hassle at all.

**Developer response:** Glad you appreciated. Thanks so much for your review

### 5/5 — Alexa 35 support?

*2024-01-31*

Any update inn the works to support the Alexa 35 with the new sensor size?

### 1/5 — Why?

*2023-08-24*

Can I stop moving the capture button? 
I can’t get it. Why is still moving after subscribe? What is this point? Why? So annoying.

**Developer response:** The Capture button is trying to educate you))) Just follow it and make that move — it’s teaching you to switch between still and video mode 😂

### 5/5 — Just what I needed

*2023-07-31*

Thank you for making this app!  It makes my workflow much easier and no need for another expensive tool!

**Developer response:** Glad you find it useful

### 5/5 — Director of photography

*2023-02-21*

Very useful application from Arri

**Developer response:** Thanks so much for your review

### 5/5 — This is magic

*2023-02-13*

Arri cameras are bar none the industry standard. It will out perform current commercial markets.

### 5/5 — You need to manually calibrate it to your phone by the way

*2022-03-19*

Works

**Developer response:** Hm, iPhones 11 works fine. Drop me a message to dev@kadru.net — and we’ll try to fix this in no time

### 5/5 — Exactly what I wanted to visualise shots

*2020-02-25, version 1.7.5*

Handy

## Frequently asked questions about Magic ARRI ViewFinder

### What does the Magic ARRI ViewFinder app do?

This app simulates the field of view for ARRI digital cameras and lenses directly on your iPhone or iPad. It allows filmmakers to preview the exact framing and lens focal lengths they will use for their shots during the pre-production phase.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include precise framing previews, simulation of ARRI digital cameras and lenses, selection of focal lengths, aspect ratio frame guides, application of color presets (LUTs), and the ability to save framed shots with associated data. It also offers focus and exposure control.

### How does the app make money?

The app is free to download and use with ad banners. Users can remove ads and unlock additional features, such as more frame guides, optical adapters, anamorphic indices, and LUTs, through a monthly subscription or a one-time purchase of premium features.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is designed to work on iPhones and iPads. It simulates ARRI digital cameras and lenses, supporting various sensor modes like 16:9, 4:3, and Open Gate, as well as specific ARRI camera models like Alexa Classic/XT/SXT/LF and Amira.

### How is this app useful for filmmakers?

It serves as a digital director's viewfinder, enabling filmmakers to visualize their shots with the exact camera and lens combinations they plan to use. This helps in planning shots, communicating creative intent, and making informed decisions during pre-production.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.1 — 2026-08-05

- added new cameras

### 1.9.0 — 2026-03-17

- minor improvements

### 1.8.9 — 2022-07-29

- added ARRI Mini
- fixed bugs

### 1.8.8 — 2022-04-10

- improved internet connection via LTE

### 1.8.6 — 2021-11-30

- minor UI improvements

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