LensKit vs Shotlist.
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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. All specs and data sourced by hand: no AI means no hallucinations. 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/
Shotlist.
Streamline your photo shoots by consolidating all project details, images, and communications into a single, organized platform. Focus on creativity rather than logistics, saving time on emails and document creation.
- Consolidated photo shoot management
- Centralized image storage
- Streamlined communication
- Optimized creative process
- Logistics and document management
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Shotlist allows you to manage your photoshoots in one place. Instead of multiple PDF's, text threads with Inso images, everything is in one place for everyone involved to be on the same page. With the right structure and process, anything can be made. The vision behind this platform is to innovate and optimize the PROCESS of creative. As a creative, brand or agency, you shouldn't be spending hours on logistics, emails, creating documents, finding old photos but instead be focused on the creative shoot. We are striving to consolidate everything so that you can create. Note from our Founder: Hello there! I'm so excited to have you begin testing our platform! I started as a photographer and this software has been many years in the making. We are currently beta testing the platform and working tirelessly to perfect each feature for an incredible experience so please bear with us if you encounter any issues or bugs. Lastly, any feedback is highly valued as your insight helps us create the best possible product! Feel free to reach out on the app or on socials with any feedback or just to say hey! Thank you for stopping by, and lets get to creating! Spencer Davis Photographer, Storyteller, Founder @shotlistapp | @spencerdavisphoto
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: LensKit at 4.9 against Shotlist.'s 4.0. LensKit also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and ratings volume (56 vs 15). Shotlist.'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ads 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
Both are free to download. LensKit sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Shotlist. asks for nothing beyond the download.
LensKit holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 56 and 15 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 70% of LensKit's written reviews are positive against 80% of Shotlist.'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
LensKit ships an update every 2 months, Shotlist. fortnightly. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.
| Parameter | LensKit | Shotlist. |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (56 ratings) — better | 4.0 (15 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 70.0% of reviews | 80.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 56 — better | 15 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 165 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Zak Ray | Creative Softwares Inc. |
Customer experience
LensKit
Shotlist.
In-app purchases
LensKit
- Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
- Annual Subscription$49.991 Year
- Lifetime Access$99.99
Shotlist.
No in-app purchases









