Comparison

Magic Canonic ViewFinder vs Easy Desqueezer

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

Head to head
About

Magic Canonic ViewFinder

This tool simulates the field of view for various camera and lens combinations, aiding filmmakers in preproduction by providing a precise framing preview. It allows users to select cameras, adjust focal lengths, and apply color presets to visualize final shots.

Highlights
  • Precise framing preview
  • Simulates camera/lens field of view
  • Supports various camera models
  • Adjustable focal length
  • Color preset (LUT) application
  • Capture reference images/videos
  • Lock exposure and focus
Features
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Magic Canonic ViewFinder presents you 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 digital cameras or lens and can help thousands of professionals in filmmaking at the preproduction. PLEASE READ: this app does not turn your Apple device into an external monitor, but operates as a stand-alone director's viewfinder. 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: Full Frame (in both photo mode 3:2 and video mode 16:9) - EOS-1D X Mark II - EOS 5D Mark IV, III, II, I - EOS 1D C, 5DS, 5DS R, 6D APS-C cropped sensor (photo mode 3:2 / video mode 16:9) - EOS 7D M II and I, 80D, 77D (9000D), Rebel T7i (800D), etc - EOS M6 / M5 / M10 / M3 - EOS C100, C300, C500, C300 MkII - XA10, XF100 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 lets you apply color presets (aka LUTs) to the live picture, which brings you even closer to the final shot. You may capture the image or video for future reference, with additional data like the focal length, date/time and camera / lens information. While capturing, you may lock exposure and turn on/off AF to better control the captured picture. You can turn on the AF mode, or lock the focus temporarily. You can also tap the live screen to focus on particular objects. 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. 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 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 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 Privacy Policy: http://dev.kadru.net/privacy_policy/Privacy_Policy_Magic_CaNiLu_ViewFinder.html

About

Easy Desqueezer

Instantly correct distorted footage from anamorphic lenses or external recorders. Select the correct aspect ratio and export professional-quality video for editing software. Optimized for mobile filmmakers and editors.

Highlights
  • Quick desqueeze for multiple ratios
  • Supports all major video formats
  • Batch processing
  • Preview support
  • Optimized for iPhone and iPad
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Easy Desqueezer instantly fixes the squeezed look from anamorphic lenses or external recorders like Atomos or Blackmagic. Import your footage, choose the right ratio, and export ready-to-edit video for DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro, or Lightroom. Features: – Quick & accurate desqueeze for 1.33x, 1.5x, 1.8x, 2x ratios – Works with all major video formats – Ideal for Atomos Shinobi / Ninja, Blackmagic Video Assist – Batch processing & preview support – Optimized for iPhone and iPad Perfect for mobile filmmakers and editors seeking a fast, professional anamorphic workflow. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Magic Canonic ViewFinder4 screens
Easy Desqueezer3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Easy Desqueezer at none against Magic Canonic ViewFinder's 2. Easy Desqueezer also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Magic Canonic ViewFinder's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 10 months) and ratings volume (50 vs 1). On price, monetization model, device support and iOS requirement 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. Magic Canonic ViewFinder sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Easy Desqueezer asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Easy Desqueezer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Magic Canonic ViewFinder has 50 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Magic Canonic ViewFinder's written reviews are positive against 100% of Easy Desqueezer's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Magic Canonic ViewFinder ships an update monthly, Easy Desqueezer every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Magic Canonic ViewFinder versus Easy Desqueezer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMagic Canonic ViewFinderEasy Desqueezer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (50 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings50 — better1
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 10 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRoman MedvidFABIAN SPURA

Customer experience

Magic Canonic ViewFinder

All ratings50 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral2.0%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Easy Desqueezer

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Magic Canonic ViewFinder

Subscriptions1
  • Premium features: subscription1 Month trial$1.491 Month
One-time1
  • Premium features: purchase$4.99
None

Easy Desqueezer

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Magic Canonic ViewFinder free?
Magic Canonic ViewFinder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Easy Desqueezer free?
Easy Desqueezer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Magic Canonic ViewFinder or Easy Desqueezer?
Easy Desqueezer is rated higher. Magic Canonic ViewFinder averages 4.6 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while Easy Desqueezer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Magic Canonic ViewFinder or Easy Desqueezer have ads?
Magic Canonic ViewFinder shows ads; Easy Desqueezer does not.
Which is updated more often, Magic Canonic ViewFinder or Easy Desqueezer?
Magic Canonic ViewFinder ships an update monthly, and Easy Desqueezer every 10 months. Most recently, Magic Canonic ViewFinder was updated on November 2, 2026 and Easy Desqueezer on November 3, 2026.

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