Comparison

Focus Puller vs BC View Assist

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

Head to head
About

Focus Puller

This app provides two focus control solutions for Blackmagic cameras with Bluetooth connectivity. It offers manual focus control with extended focus throw and haptic feedback, as well as LiDAR-based focus control for compatible iOS devices. Both methods allow for remote operation separate from the camera operator.

Highlights
  • Manual focus control with extended throw
  • Optional haptic feedback for focus points
  • LiDAR focus control for compatible devices
  • Remote operation from camera operator
  • Focus markers for precision
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Control focus on your Blackmagic camera over Bluetooth using LiDAR (for auto-focus) or use a manual control. All of the features can be tested for free for an unlimited time. LiDAR FOCUS CONTROL LiDAR Focus Control is available for iOS devices that have a LiDAR scanner. Simply tap a subject on the iPhone screen, or draw a box around something, and the app will follow it and keep it in focus. REMOTE CONTROL Control LiDAR subject tracking using a second device such as an iPad and see a live video stream and the iOS focus device. Tap to track. MANUAL MODE  Manual Mode will work with any iOS device and solves a common problem when using stills lenses to shoot moving pictures: a limited focus throw. Using this app, the focus throw can be extended, allowing precise control to match that of a lens designed for a movie camera. Markers and optional haptic feedback allow the focus puller to feel when the focus reaches a set point without having to look at the image, making the experience closer to a traditional focus puller. Both of these solutions mean the focus puller can stand and operate separate to the camera operator.

About

BC View Assist

Features
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1. The BC-15 App is an intuitive and easy-to-use mobile application that provides complete control over your BC-15 series camera. With this app, you can easily manage and adjust various camera settings and features such as digital zoom, white balance, and exposure, all from the convenience of your smartphone or tablet. 2. One of the standout features of the BC-15 App is the live video preview function. This feature provides a real-time view of what your camera sees, allowing you to adjust the camera's settings and framing to capture the perfect shot every time . 3. The app also includes DVIP auto-scan, which automatically locates your BC-15 camera on the network. This functionality makes it easy to connect your camera to the app and start capturing images and video. 4. In addition to controlling your camera, the BC-15 App streamlines the process of setting up your camera for streaming. With easy-to-use streaming settings, you can quickly connect your camera to your preferred streaming platform and share your content with others. 5.Overall, the BC-15 App provides a user-friendly and efficient way to take complete control of your BC-15 series camera. With features like live video preview, easy streaming setup, and auto-scan, this app is an essential tool for anyone looking to capture high-quality images and video with their BC-15 camera.

Screenshots

Focus Puller4 screens
BC View Assist4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BC View Assist at none against Focus Puller's 1. BC View Assist also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads and device support 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. Focus Puller sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BC View Assist asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Focus Puller versus BC View Assist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus PullerBC View Assist
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (15 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings15 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRobert MeakinDATAVIDEO TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Focus Puller

One-time1
  • Unlock Camera Recording$12.99
None

BC View Assist

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Focus Puller free?
Focus Puller is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BC View Assist free?
BC View Assist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Focus Puller or BC View Assist have ads?
Neither Focus Puller nor BC View Assist shows ads.

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