Comparison

CineLenses vs LensKit

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CineLenses

Explore a vast database of cinema lenses with detailed specifications. Find, buy, sell, or rent lenses globally. Connect with professionals and discover lenses used in films.

Highlights
  • Search 5,000+ cinema lenses
  • Filter by format, type, and manufacturer
  • Browse by technical specifications
  • Buy and sell cinema lenses
  • Rent lenses worldwide
  • Create professional profiles
  • Discover lenses used in movies
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Welcome to the ecosystem of cinema lenses Search Lenses: The World's Largest Database of Cinema Lenses Consult data and technical specifications of more than 5.000 lenses. Easy Surfing: The material you need for your project can be easily found. It is categorized according to the Spheric or Anamorphic formats. And also to the different types of lenses: Primes, Zooms, Macros, Teles, etc. Another available option is to do the search considering the manufacturer. If you prefer you can start the search by manufacturer, as you prefer and as it is simpler. Browsing using technical specifications: The search engine will allow you to find the target lenses straightforwardly, based on the t stop, close focus, weight, etc. Marketplace: Buy and sell cameras and cinema lenses Crew: Show your work and create a profile to reach potential clients. They will contact you directly through your profile. Rent Lenses: Find the lens you need to rent around the world Do you know where the material can be rented? You have at your disposal a list of more than 800 users who rent all over the world. If you enter the name of a country and a city, the application will link it to the stores you are looking for. You can even contact them from the App, check their location or website. Credits: Find the lenses that have been used in the movies Search Dealers: Find all over the world the new lens you need to buy Our social networks reach over 150,000 specialized users and a targeted group of professional cinematographers. By joining the CineLenses Ecosystem, manufacturers, distributors and rental houses benefit from engaging with this community.

About

LensKit

This app provides professional tools for filmmakers and cinematographers, offering extensive lens specifications, camera coverage simulations, and advanced depth of field calculations. It helps plan shoots, make on-set decisions, and ensure compatibility with various cameras and lenses, including Netflix-approved formats.

Highlights
  • Extensive lens database (2000+ lenses)
  • Camera sensor coverage simulation
  • Lens matching for various configurations
  • Depth of field calculator
  • Shot preview and framing simulation
  • Netflix 4K mandate compliance tool
Features
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Professional lens tools from the developer of CameraKit and FinderKit.  Whether you’re planning a shoot or making decisions on set, LensKit has you covered. Search over 2000 lenses from Angenieux, Arri, Cooke, Hawk, Leica, Zeiss and more. SPECS Includes max aperture, lens mounts, weight, length, close focus, front diameter and more* COVERAGE Overlay a lens’ image circle on your camera sensor to make sure it’s covered. Includes over 200 cameras from Arri, Canon, Red, Sony, Blackmagic, Panasonic and more* LENS MATCH Mix and match spherical, anamorphic, speed boosters and extenders, and even factor in post-production extractions— the lens match tool can handle it all. EQUIVALENT No need to worry about crop factors or sensor sizes, just choose a focal length and a camera and get the Super35 equivalent. Or pick the S35 equivalent length you want and see the lens you’ll need. NETFLIX APPROVAL A game changer for anyone who’s struggled with the complexity of which formats and resolutions meet the Netflix "4K mandate"— especially when shooting in anamorphic. Designed in collaboration with Netflix. DEPTH OF FIELD An easy to use yet comprehensive DOF tool that allows for customizing circle of confusion with presets and manual input. PREVIEW See a simulation of your shot based on lens, camera and distance. Or pinch, zoom and reposition to get the exact frame you want, and see what lens or distance you’ll need for it. AND MORE Filter lenses to see only what fits your specific camera and needs. Save your calculations and return to them later. Group together lenses you rent or own for quick access. • Support • For support, send me an email at zak@grayhourmedia.com or message me on Instagram @_zakray. To see all supported cameras and lenses, just install the app (it's free to download!) and open the main dropdown menu. No internet connection required: all data is hard-coded into the app, so there’s no syncing process, and you’ll be able to access it even without a cell signal. • Disclaimer • The "price" feature uses affiliate links from B&H Photo Video. I receive a commission if you make a purchase from one of these links. • About • LensKit is developed by Zak Ray and the team at Gray Hour Media in NYC & LA. Gray Hour produces fresh and original content for film, episodic and the web. Head to www.grayhourmedia.com to check out our work! *Every lens in this app has complete specs, with the exception of some Panavision lenses. We’ve chosen to include these incomplete lenses in the app because of Panavision's importance in the industry. Additionally, while the large majority of lenses have exact image circle data, some—especially some vintage lenses—list only generic format coverage (e.g. Super35, Full Frame, etc) EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

CineLenses4 screens
LensKit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: LensKit at 4.9 against CineLenses's 2.6. LensKit also leads on review sentiment (70% vs 50%). CineLenses's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LensKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CineLenses asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

LensKit holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 22 and 54 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of CineLenses's written reviews are positive against 70% of LensKit's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
CineLenses versus LensKit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCineLensesLensKit
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.6 (22 ratings)4.9 (54 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews70.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2254 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB161 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developeralvaro solisZak Ray

Customer experience

CineLenses

All ratings22 ratings
Positive40.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative59.1%
Written reviews46 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral8.7%
Negative41.3%

LensKit

All ratings54 ratings
Positive96.3%
Neutral3.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive70.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative20.0%

In-app purchases

None

CineLenses

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

LensKit

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$99.99

Questions

Is CineLenses free?
CineLenses is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is LensKit free?
LensKit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CineLenses or LensKit?
LensKit is rated higher. CineLenses averages 2.6 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while LensKit averages 4.9 from 54 ratings.
Do CineLenses or LensKit have ads?
Neither CineLenses nor LensKit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CineLenses or LensKit?
CineLenses ships an update every 2 months, and LensKit every 2 months. Most recently, CineLenses was updated on June 11, 2026 and LensKit on September 21, 2026.

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