Filmmakers often use expensive viewfinders to preview shots. Build a mobile app that uses the phone's camera to simulate different lenses, aspect ratios, and focal lengths. Start with a basic app that supports common camera settings. The biggest risk is competition from existing apps.
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Directors' viewfinder app
Build a mobile app that helps filmmakers preview shots using their phone's camera.
Why now
With indie filmmaking on the rise, affordable pre-production tools are in demand.
- Who for
- Independent filmmakers
- Business model
- Paid app with in-app purchases
- Effort
- A few weeks
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