# FilmMeter vs Second View

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FilmMeter at 100% against Second View's 56%. FilmMeter also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FilmMeter sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Second View sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FilmMeter holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FilmMeter has 41 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of FilmMeter's written reviews are positive against 56% of Second View's.

FilmMeter ships an update every 2 days, Second View weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FilmMeter | Second View |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (41 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmmeter/id6753060069/reviews)** | [4.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-view-viewfinder/id6761623499/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **41** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 55.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 143 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [宗 侯](https://appshunter.io/developer/1841159038) | [Benoit Linard](https://appshunter.io/developer/1890500952) |

## What reviewers say

### FilmMeter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/filmmeter/id6753060069)

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional light meter for film photography. It offers real-time metering, LiDAR ranging for accurate focus, and comprehensive film roll management. Features include reciprocity calculation, ND filter compensation, and an exposure log to streamline your shooting workflow.

**Highlights:** Real-time light metering, LiDAR ranging and depth of field, Film roll and camera management, Reciprocity and ND filter compensation, Long exposure timer, Exposure logging

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy me a coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Buy me lunch | $2.99 | one-time |
| 请我吃块蛋糕 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 赞助开发 | $19.99 | one-time |


### Second View

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/second-view-viewfinder/id6761623499)

This tool assists photographers in planning shots by simulating their actual camera's field of view and aspect ratio. It includes a light meter, filter logging, and reciprocity correction for film stocks. Features like LiDAR distance measurement and composition guides help refine framing and exposure before taking the shot.

**Highlights:** Precise field-of-view matching, Real-time light meter with spot metering, ND, polarizer, and color filter logging, Reciprocity failure correction for 60 film stocks, LiDAR distance measurement, Composition and grid tools, Panorama simulation

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Second View Basic Yearly | $7.99 | per year |
| Second View Pro Yearly | $14.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FilmMeter free?

FilmMeter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Second View free?

Second View is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, FilmMeter or Second View?

FilmMeter is rated higher. FilmMeter averages 5.0 out of 5 from 41 ratings, while Second View averages 4.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do FilmMeter or Second View have ads?

Second View shows ads; FilmMeter does not.

### Which is updated more often, FilmMeter or Second View?

FilmMeter ships an update every 2 days, and Second View weekly. Most recently, FilmMeter was updated on September 14, 2026 and Second View on August 12, 2026.

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