Comparison

FilmDirector vs MiniView

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

Head to head
About

FilmDirector

Features
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FilmDirector turns your iPhone into a professional cine camera. Built for filmmakers, content creators and photographers who want full manual control with zero compromises. FULL MANUAL CONTROLS • ISO across the sensor's full supported range • Logarithmic shutter slider for exact exposure time • Exposure compensation (EV) ± • Manual focus with tap-to-focus and precise lens position • White balance with Kelvin temperature and tint • Continuous zoom with shortcuts to real optical focal lengths (0.5x, 1x, 2x, 3x...) CINEMATIC VIDEO • Frame rate up to 60 fps • HDR where the device supports it • Selectable cinematic stabilization • Smooth front/back camera switch • High-res photo with flash and adjustable torch CUSTOM PRESETS Save any configuration (ISO, shutter, WB, fps, focus, zoom) as a one-tap preset. 3 presets free, unlimited with Pro. APPLE WATCH COMPANION Drive recording right from your wrist: • Start/stop REC without touching the phone • Switch presets on the fly • Live readout of capture parameters • Perfect for solo shoots, vlogs, gimbal work PROFESSIONAL INTERFACE Compact HUD keeps every parameter visible. Dedicated panels for Zoom, Exposure, Focus, WB, Stabilization, Flash and Format. No clutter, full focus on the frame. PRO UNLOCK One-time purchase: unlimited presets. No subscription, no ads. Privacy: no data sent to external servers. Your clips stay in the Photo Library.

About

MiniView

This app transforms your phone into a comfortable vlogging camera with a minimalist interface. It offers an easy grip, quick clip cleanup, and discreet recording options, all designed to help creators focus on their content.

Highlights
  • Easy grip for steadier recording
  • Quick clip cleanup before export
  • Discreet landscape recording in portrait mode
  • Convert landscape to portrait for social media
  • Light pad for face illumination
  • OLED battery saving features
Features
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MiniView: Vlogging Camera Less screen. More vlogging. MiniView transforms your phone into a more comfortable handheld vlogging camera. With a compact live preview and a large inactive grip area, you get a steadier hold, fewer accidental touches, and a cleaner recording experience—all without extra accessories. Designed for creators who prefer a simple camera instead of a complicated editor. Why MiniView? Record naturally with a minimalist interface that helps you focus on your story, not the controls. Easy Grip The unique MiniView layout turns the unused screen space into a comfortable grip area for steadier handheld recording and fewer accidental touches. Quick Cleanup Made a mistake? Remove unwanted clips in seconds before exporting. No complicated timeline—just fast cleanup so your footage is ready for your favourite editing app. Low-Key Recording Capture landscape videos while holding your phone vertically for a more discreet and comfortable filming experience. MiniWide Record a wider landscape perspective while keeping the phone in portrait orientation. Reframe Quickly convert your landscape recordings into portrait videos for Shorts, Reels and TikTok. Light Pad The unused screen area can act as a soft light source to brighten your face while recording in darker environments. OLED Battery Friendly The large black grip area can reduce display power usage on OLED devices by keeping much of the screen inactive. Minimal by Design A clean Liquid Glass-inspired interface keeps distractions away so you can focus on creating. One Purchase. Yours Forever. Unlock every Pro feature with a single one-time purchase. No subscriptions. No recurring fees. Whether you’re starting your vlogging journey or simply want a cleaner, more comfortable way to record, MiniView helps you focus on what matters—creating.

Screenshots

FilmDirector4 screens
MiniView4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: FilmDirector at 3 against MiniView's 1. MiniView's advantage is iOS requirement (18.0 vs 26.0). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FilmDirector sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MiniView sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FilmDirector versus MiniView: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFilmDirectorMiniView
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.018.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size4 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developergianluca auriemmaKristian Olidana

In-app purchases

1 purchases

FilmDirector

One-time1
  • Get Unlimited Presets$1.99
1 purchases

MiniView

One-time1
  • MiniView Pro$9.99

Questions

Is FilmDirector free?
FilmDirector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MiniView free?
MiniView is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FilmDirector or MiniView have ads?
Neither FilmDirector nor MiniView shows ads.

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