Turning off limited camera views isn't a cheat, its an option in the game, one I agree with and use.

If one wants to justify it its simple enough, the same one one can use for occasional pausing, an army doesn't operate on the sole orders of one man, it has sub-commanders as well, since I don't really get independent sub-commanders (or get to give detailed standing orders) I use unlimited camera (scouts) and occasional pauses to help me control my army.

Thats my thinking on the matter, disagree with it if you like.

The only 'cheat' I use is the .matteosartori. one occasionally when I want to have a look around and see how all the other factions are going.