Viewfinder Version History
2.7.1
New features and fixes:
★ Added cameras: Canon EOS 5D Mark III, EOS 60Da; Nikon D800, D800E; Olympus OM-D E-M5; Pentax K-01; Sony SLT-A57.
★ Added support for the Nikon 1 system: the J1 and V1 cameras as well as Nikon 1 lenses.
★ Fixed a non-translated message in the French language localization.
★ Experimental support for the new (early 2012) iPad. The app works in iPhone compatibility mode only.
New features for Pro edition and Pro Pack:
★ Added Phase One industrial cameras: iXA 160, iXA 180, iXR, iXR 140, iXR 160, iXR 180.
Fixes for Cine edition and Cine Pack:
★ ARRI 4:3 sensor cameras now use the unadjusted size for 1.3x anamorphic modes.
2.7
Volume shutter
Save the current view the same way you take a picture with the Volume Up button on your device! The headphone cable is also supported. iOS 5 or later is required for this feature.
Custom cameras
You can create custom cameras by specifying the effective image size and the lens mount to use. This feature is available only in the Pro edition, Pro Pack, Cine edition and Cine Pack. Please note that Cine edition/Pack is limited to 36x24 mm maximum custom camera image size.
Acquisition formats
Several cameras support recording from differently sized and shaped areas of the whole sensor. Previously these were represented as distinct cameras on the camera list. Now they are grouped together resulting in a more clean camera list.
This feature is also used to set anamorphic recording mode simulation for supported cinema cameras (which includes almost all the cameras that use the ARRI PL mount).
Additional new features:
★ Bulletin Extra: you can subscribe to the Viewfinder Bulletin from the app.
★ Added cameras: Canon EOS-1D X; Fuji X-Pro1; Nikon D4.
★ Maximum custom focal length increased to 2000mm.
★ Improved handling of multiple simultaneous module purchases in the Module Store.
New features for Pro edition and Pro Pack:
★ Added the entire lineup of Cambo technical cameras plus Fuji GX617, TX-1, TX-2; Hasselblad H2F, H3DII-50MS, H4D-50MS, H4D-200MS, H4X; Mamiya RZ80.
★ Added backs: Leaf Aptus-II 10R, 12R; Mamiya/Leaf Aptus-II 22, 28, 33, 40, 56, 80.
New features for Cine edition and Cine Pack:
★ Added cameras: Canon EOS C300, C300 PL; Ikonoskop A-Cam dII; Sony F65.
Fixes:
★ The map in the Album revealed part of the main screen after rotation on iOS 5.
★ Wide adapter requirements were incorrectly calculated for 1.5x anamorphic lenses.
★ Downloading the current day’s GPX log from iTunes while the app is running resulted in a truncated log file.
Fixes for ALPA eFinder and eFinder Tools:
★ Stuck “Waiting for stable magnetic heading” message when bubble mode is activated too fast.
★ Cutout cardboard simulation was not cleared correctly for extreme shift values.
★ Smoother animations for cutout cardboard simulation if shift simulation/parallax correction is active.
2.6.1
New features:
★ Support for the iPhone 4S.
2.6
A brand new module, eFinder Tools, exclusive from ALPA of Switzerland. This module adds two new tools:
★ Parallax correction and shift simulation for ALPA cameras. This tool requires an ALPA iPhone Holder hardware and the Pro Pack module (which is a separate in-app purchase in the Viewfinder Module Store).
★ 3D level that can be used with ALPA cameras or any other camera. Recommended usage is in an ALPA iPhone Holder, but supports freehand use as well. It is a composite instrument that provides an artificial horizon-like pitch and roll indicator, a bubble level and a compass. Pitch and roll indicators and the bubble level can be calibrated for each device orientation to get the most precise measurements possible.
eFinder Tools is available as an in-app purchase in the Viewfinder Module Store. The 3D level requires a gyroscope equipped device, such as the iPhone 4 or iPod touch 4. All results are approximations only. For detailed usage instructions please consult the Viewfinder Handbook (http://www.direstudio.com/viewfinder/handbook).
Additional new features:
★ iOS 5 compatibility.
★ Main screen buttons are grayed out when they cannot be used.
★ Added cameras: Ricoh GXR Mount A12; Sony NEX-5N, NEX-7, SLT-A65, SLT-A77.
New features and fixes for Pro edition and Pro Pack:
★ Added cameras: Mamiya 7, 7 II with panoramic 35mm film adapter.
★ Fix: Mamiya 7 and 7 II incorrectly required a back.
New features for Cine edition and Cine Pack:
★ Added support for 1.3x, 1.5x and 2x anamorphic adapters used on DSLRs in the form of new generic “Ana” formats. Supported DSLR sensor sizes: 35mm full frame, APS-C 1.5x (Nikon/Sony), APS-C 1.6x (Canon), 4/3.
2.5.2
New features and enhancements:
★ Added Leica M9-P; Panasonic DMC-GF2, DMC-GF3; Sony NEX-C3, SLT-A35.
★ Updated angle of view constants based on more precise measurements for iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4.
2.5.1
Fixes and enhancements:
★ Fixed inaccurate GPS coordinates on saved views and in their EXIF outside of the North/East quadrant of Earth. GPX track logs were unaffected.
★ Updated angle of view constants based on more precise measurements for iPod touch 4 and iPad 2.
★ Minor text correction in the German translation.
2.5
Album and View Packages:
You no longer have to switch back and forth between Viewfinder and the Camera Roll! Starting this release View Packages and a built-in Album replace the images saved to the Camera Roll.
With the Album you can:
★ Browse just the Views you created with Viewfinder - won't have to flip over family pics any more!
★ Send any View Package (up to 5 at the same time) via email. The mail contains information about the simulated equipment and a clickable map link in addition to the image.
★ Show the View’s location on a map - with your location so that you can easily navigate back to where the View was captured.
★ Import images saved to the Camera Roll with previous versions to keep all the work you did earlier.
★ Export Views to the Camera Roll.
You'll be able to access the saved View Packages via iTunes file sharing. Downloading such a package will create a folder on your computer with a .jpg and a .vimx metadata file in it.
The Album can be accessed via the Extras panel, and via a new function that you can assign to any Function Button.
Additional new features:
★ Viewfinder Handbook Extra: this on-line manual is also available at http://www.direstudio.com/viewfinder/handbook
★ Experimental iPad 2 support.
★ Simplified Chinese language.
★ Added Nikon D5100, Panasonic G3 and oversized sensor modes of Panasonic GH2.
Fixes:
★ Duplicated Sigma SD15 camera removed.
★ Minor stability and performance improvements.
New features for Cine edition and Cine Pack:
★ Added Sony NEX-VG10, NEX-FS100.
★ Added Sony F35, PMW-F3, SRW9000PL; RED EPIC (all with both normal and 1.3x anamorphic lens support).
★ Added Hot Rod Cameras’ PL modified Canon 7D and 5D MkII cameras with both normal and 1.3x anamorphic lens support. Their PL Tuner Kit for the AG-AF100 is also supported.
2.0.1
New features:
★ Added Canon EOS 600D/Rebel T3i, 1100D/Rebel T3; Fuji X100.
New features and fixes for Pro edition and Pro Pack:
★ Added Mamiya DM40 back.
★ Pentax 645 format cameras were missing from the new database.
2.0
ZoomFrame
If you are shooting with zoom lenses setting many frame lines could result in visual clutter. With ZoomFrame turned on Viewfinder always displays the focal length corresponding to the selected camera. It changes as you zoom in and out. You can even turn off frame lines entirely as ZoomFrame also respects the native/selected aspect of the camera. Can be used with or without the frame lines.
Real Lenses (available only in Pro/Cine editions and packs)
Using the real lens data obtained from the manufacturers (instead of the marketing focal length label on the lens) the displayed frame lines match reality better. In this initial release we support the following lenses:
★ Hartblei Tilt/Shift lenses in Canon, Leica R, Nikon, Pentax and Sony mounts.
★ Leica M lenses.
★ ALPA, Rodenstock and Schneider lenses in ALPA mount (Pro edition/Pro Pack only).
★ Zeiss lenses in Hasselblad V mount (Pro edition/Pro Pack only).
Additional new features:
★ New Extras function button. The Modules extra allows you to upgrade to other editions via in-app purchases.
★ Digital zoom goes up to 10x to support ZoomFrame.
Fixes:
★ Changing the camera did not modify button labels in some situations.
★ Setting a fixed lens camera (such as the Sigma DP series and Leica X1) to a button then invoking button setup again caused loss of that button assignment.
New features for Pro edition and Pro Pack:
★ Added digital backs: Phase One IQ140, IQ160, IQ180.