Comparison

GR Mate vs FieldGlass

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

Head to head
About

GR Mate

Features
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The first app can automatically recognize recipe information in RICOH GR photos, support GR II、GR III、GR IIIx、GR III HDF、GR IIIx HDF、GR IV、GR IV HDF, enabling automatic recipe identification and sharing recipes with others in poster format. Automatic Recipe Import GR Mate offers two methods for automatic recipe import: importing from original GR camera images and from GR Mate posters. 1.1 Importing from Original GR Camera Images Users only need to select an original photo taken by the GR camera from the photo album, and GR Mate will recognize the recipe information within. 1.2 Importing from GR Mate Posters Users can import GR posters shared by others, and GR Mate will recognize the recipe information and sample images contained within. 1.3 How to Create a GR Mate Poster? After creating a recipe, users can tap the "Poster" button to generate a poster containing the sample image and recipe information, which can be shared with others through various channels. Diverse Display Options GR Mate provides three recipe display modes: waterfall view, icon view, and list view. The list view also supports grouped display. Automatic Cloud Sync All recipes saved in GR Mate support iCloud cloud synchronization. Important reminds: GR Mate is an independently developed app and is not an official application of RICOH GR. It has no affiliation with RICOH Company. Thank you for your understanding. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/3cc45ecb-9ad6-4160-9479-9617a6647dcd

About

FieldGlass

Features
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FieldGlass is a professional viewfinder and location-scouting tool built for film photographers and filmmakers. Open the camera, choose a format and lens, and see the real field of view of that format right on your phone — frame precisely before you ever pick up the heavy body. SUPPORTED FORMATS • Large format: 4×5, 5×7, 8×10 and more • Medium format: 645, 6×6, 6×7, 6×9 and more • Cinema cameras: mainstream ARRI, RED and Sony bodies, plus Super 16, Super 35 and 65mm IMAX • Custom formats, equipment packages and quick combos • Many more bodies and lenses in the built-in gear library CORE VIEWFINDING • Live framing simulation: field of view computed precisely from film size and focal length • Switch focal lengths instantly to compare compositions • Widescreen ratios: 1.33:1, 1.85:1, 2.39:1 matte previews, with dual framelines for simultaneous framing • Depth of field: aperture, focus distance and hyperfocal at a glance • Film simulation: real-time Kodachrome, Velvia, Portra, Tri-X and more, with adjustable strength and colour isolation • False Color exposure check: monitor-grade exposure evaluation • Reference overlay: match a storyboard or scouting photo to reset the camera position precisely • Photo and video: save framing references with full shooting parameters and an exposure record; the info bar includes a heading compass • Calibration: aim at a target of known size in the live preview to measure and correct the field of view for greater accuracy GEAR LIBRARY • Built-in library: digital/film cinema cameras, still cameras, cine/large-format/photographic lenses and film formats — browse by category, search and view detailed specs • Pick a specific body and lens: choose the exact camera model and lens while framing; the frame, info bar and shot record update to match • Spec share cards: generate a branded spec card for any gear in one tap, easy to share and collect • Custom cameras and lenses: add your own bodies and lenses, and export/import your whole kit • Equipment package PDF: export a package as a PDF for printing or sharing SHOOTING PLANNER • Sun Planner: plan for your current or any location (pick on the map or search) — sunrise/sunset, golden-hour countdown, a sun/moon timeline and a light schedule • Solar share card: generate a planning card with sunrise/sunset, a compass and hourly weather in one tap, easy to share and keep • Moon data: phase, moonrise/moonset times and directions • Weather integration: hourly cloud cover and temperature (data from Apple Weather), with sunrise/sunset glow probability • Shot Map: located photos and videos shown on a map by where they were taken, to revisit any position PRIVACY FIRST • Core viewfinding runs entirely offline • Weather and place-name lookup use only Apple's own services, never any third party • No user data collected, no ads, no analytics, no third-party SDKs • Your photos and videos stay only on your device Whether you're a landscape photographer scouting a spot or a director previewing a shot, FieldGlass helps you see the final image before you press the shutter.

Screenshots

GR Mate4 screens
FieldGlass4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: GR Mate at Free against FieldGlass's $29.99. FieldGlass's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On ads, 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

GR Mate is free to download; FieldGlass costs $29.99 up front. GR Mate sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. FieldGlass asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GR Mate ships an update every 2 months, FieldGlass fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
GR Mate versus FieldGlass: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGR MateFieldGlass
PriceFree — better$29.99
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer小磊 孙存滨 崔

In-app purchases

2 purchases

GR Mate

Subscriptions1
  • Subscribe GR Mate Monthly$1.991 Month
One-time1
  • Purchase GR Mate Permanently$7.99
None

FieldGlass

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GR Mate free?
GR Mate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FieldGlass free?
FieldGlass costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do GR Mate or FieldGlass have ads?
Neither GR Mate nor FieldGlass shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GR Mate or FieldGlass?
GR Mate ships an update every 2 months, and FieldGlass fortnightly. Most recently, GR Mate was updated on October 16, 2026 and FieldGlass on October 12, 2026.

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