Lensit vs Media Estimator Lite
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Lensit
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Get the exact lens and throw distance for your next projection setup — instantly. Lensit does the projection math for you: • Enter your screen size and distance to find the right lens • Or enter your lens spec to find the ideal distance • Switch between 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratio • Works in metric or imperial — or use it to convert between them Built for AV techs, event producers, and anyone setting up a projector who doesn't want to do the math by hand.
Media Estimator Lite
Quickly estimate camera and external audio storage needs for film and video production. Select your camera, codec, resolution, and roll hours to get instant GB/Hr, GB/Day, and Cards/Day calculations. Supports a wide range of professional cameras and audio recorders.
- Estimate camera storage needs
- Calculate external audio storage
- Supports various camera manufacturers
- Instant GB/Hr and GB/Day estimates
- Cards/Day calculation
- Light and dark mode support
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Media Estimator Lite is a focused iPhone calculator for quickly estimating camera and external audio storage needs. Choose a manufacturer, camera, codec, resolution, frame rate, roll hours, and optional card type to see instant GB/Hr, GB/Day, and Cards/Day estimates. Fast Storage Estimates for Camera and Audio Media Estimator Lite is built for quick lookups when you do not need a full production reporting. Select a camera format, add roll hours, and instantly estimate daily storage. Enable external audio when needed to calculate separate audio media based on track count and roll hours. Comprehensive Camera Support Choose from a growing database of industry-standard cameras and recording formats, including Sony, ARRI, RED, Canon, Blackmagic, DJI, GoPro, iPhone, and audio recorder options. Supported entries include codec data rates and compatible media card types where available. Instant Calculations For: • Camera GB/Hr and GB/Day • External audio GB/Hr and GB/Day • Cards/Day based on selected media type • Quick camera and codec lookup Built for Quick On-Set Reference • Simple iPhone-only calculator interface • Separate camera and external audio sections • Optional external audio estimates • Light, dark, and system appearance modes • Reset button for fast new calculations • Camera codec support request link • Help ticket link Need full project planning? Media Estimator for macOS includes complete project management, shoot day types, production media shuttle planning, proxy and archive estimates, printable reports, PDF export, project duplication, and more. Available on the App Store at: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/media-estimator/id6762166959 Privacy Policy: https://mediaestimator.nerdypup.com/privacy.html EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Lensit at 16.4 against Media Estimator Lite's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Lensit ships an update every 3 weeks, Media Estimator Lite every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Lensit | Media Estimator Lite |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 49 MB | 485 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | lior cohen | Derek Klein |
In-app purchases
Lensit
No in-app purchases
Media Estimator Lite
No in-app purchases
Questions
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