Best Second View alternatives: apps like Second View - viewfinder

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
9 free apps
Updated November 2026

Whether you want more options like Second View or a completely different take on the same concept, our curated list of 10+ similar apps has you covered. Updated for 2026 with the latest ratings and comparisons.

Top Alternatives to Second View

Film Photography Viewfinder#2

Film Photography Viewfinder by Jonas Mattsson

App for analogue photographers
Strong Contender
📷 Photo & Video
5.0(13 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app provides a digital viewfinder and light meter for film photographers. It includes tools for exposure calculation, reciprocity failure, depth of field, and format conversion, supporting various film formats.

Camera HD & Pro Raw Photo HDR#3

Camera HD & Pro Raw Photo HDR by Pixaro Studio

Cinematic Photography & Video
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
3.0(2 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Unlock your iPhone's camera potential with manual controls for ISO, shutter speed, and more. Shoot in RAW and ProRes for professional-quality photos and videos. Save custom presets and utilize composition guides for perfect shots.

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CDNC — Video Camera
CDNC — Video Camera
CDNC — Video Camera
Pro Capture. Cinematic Color.
Free

This app offers professional video capture with manual controls for exposure, focus, and white balance. It includes built-in film looks and advanced color grading tools to refine your footage. You can record in high-quality formats and apply cinematic effects for polished video production.

Manual capture controlsBuilt-in Film LooksPrecise color grading tools
📷 Photo & Video
(5)
free with in-app purchases
5
Pellica: Light Meter, Film Log
Pellica: Light Meter, Film Log
Pellica: Light Meter, Film Log
Darkroom timer & film lab map
Free

This app is a comprehensive analog photography toolkit, helping you track film rolls, meter light, time development, import scans, and find labs. It consolidates multiple functions into a single, offline-ready companion for film photographers.

Film roll logging with status trackingPrecise light meter with multiple modesCustomizable development timer
📷 Photo & Video
(5)
freemium
6
FilmMeter
FilmMeter
FilmMeter
meter,rangefinder,reciprocity
Free

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional light meter for film photography. It offers real-time metering, LiDAR ranging for accurate focus, and comprehensive film roll management. Features include reciprocity calculation, ND filter compensation, and an exposure log to streamline your shooting workflow.

Real-time light meteringLiDAR ranging and depth of fieldFilm roll and camera management
📷 Photo & Video
(64)
free
7
CamPlot Director's Viewfinder
CamPlot Director's Viewfinder
CamPlot Director's Viewfinder
Real Cine Cameras & Lenses
Free

Simulate professional cinema cameras and lenses on your iPhone. Accurately view shots with real sensor geometry, a vast lens kit, and live LUT grading. Scout locations with sun path and LiDAR distance.

Simulates real cinema camera bodies and sensorsExtensive lens kit with primes and zoomsLive LUT grading with 200+ cinema looks
📷 Photo & Video
(18)
free with in-app purchases
8
Analog FilmStock
Analog FilmStock
Analog FilmStock
Analog Film Inventory Tracker
Free

Manage your analog film inventory, track loaded cameras, and monitor development status. Organize film stocks, record exposures, and get reminders for expiry dates. Includes a home screen widget for quick access to loaded films.

Organize film stocks by manufacturer, type, formatTrack exposures, ISO, and expiry datesSupport for multiple film formats
📷 Photo & Video
(12)
free
9
Better Camera: Point & Shoot
Better Camera: Point & Shoot
Better Camera: Point & Shoot
Film looks. Yours, not AI's.
Free

Capture authentic photos with manual controls for ISO, shutter speed, and focus. Apply realistic film simulations and optional grain. Save in HEIF, JPEG, or lossless TIFF formats with full EXIF data.

Manual ISO, Shutter Speed, and FocusShutter and ISO Priority modesAuthentic film simulations
📷 Photo & Video
(8)
freemium
10
Frames: Film Photography Log
Frames: Film Photography Log
Frames: Film Photography Log
Track Analog Shots & EXIF Data
Free

This app helps film photographers meticulously log every detail of their analog shots. It allows you to record frame settings, attach reference images, and organize your entire film library. The companion Mac app can embed this logged data directly into your scanned negatives as EXIF metadata.

Log shot settings and EXIF dataAttach reference images to framesOrganize film rolls, cameras, and lenses
📷 Photo & Video
(6)
free with in-app purchases