Updated July 3rd:
This is a DIY case I made using a cheap TPU case, Sugru, and a 30mm adapter ring. 30mm is one of the smallest standard sizes for lens accessories, most commonly used by camcorders. By having a case with a 30mm ring, I can use accessories like lenses, filters, and lens caps that are normally meant for camcorders.
The first version was centered around the international S II's LED/lens piece. The second version was centered around just the lens, and is the one I'm using now.
Currently waiting for lens cap and circular polarizing filter. Macro lens arrived today, and below are some shots taken with it, comparison pictures taken without it, and some pics of the actual lens/case
Cost (bought most from ebay):
Case: $1.50
Ring: about $1-2
Sugru: Sold in larger packs, but actually used amount comes out to perhaps $2 (http://sugru.com/)
Macro+wide angle kit: $15-$20
Circular polarizing filter: $5
Lens cap: $2
Also available, though I haven't bought it:
2x, 3x, 4x telephoto lenses: $15-$100
Various filters: $?
Step up rings: $1-2 (for use with other size accessories, like 37mm)
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Test pics, comparative (no lens/lens):
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Interesting!
yes very interesting, but seems like the flash would ruin each picture flashing into the lens, wouldn't it?
collinsac24 said:
yes very interesting, but seems like the flash would ruin each picture flashing into the lens, wouldn't it?
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The 30mm mount is for a CPL, lens cap and macro lens that are on their way. Maybe a 2x or 3x zoom in the future. No situation I need those in is going to require flash, especially not the kind of flash a phone gives
Cptnodegard said:
The 30mm mount is for a CPL, lens cap and macro lens that are on their way. Maybe a 2x or 3x zoom in the future. No situation I need those in is going to require flash, especially not the kind of flash a phone gives
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I don't know about all the camera stuff I just was assuming kinda, but yea seems cool hope to see some test photos sometime.
cool
great idea! galaxy s3 is rolling out so get a design on it and might have future buyers if thats what ur heading toward.
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I don't know about all the camera stuff I just was assuming kinda, but yea seems cool hope to see some test photos sometime.
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CPL is a circular polarizing filter, which helps control light in outdoor pictures, reduces reflections, makes blue skies bluer etc. macro lens is for close-up shots, zoom self explanatory.
I already have a macro lens, but it's one of those tiny made-for-phones ones. Originally it came with a magnet, but I modified it:
Now it attaches to my case. The case in these pictures is a $1.30 one from ebay, one I absolutely love, so I tend to buy a ton of them and use them for various things like this. Got one unmodified one which the small macro lens fits into, then the one with the 30mm ring. One was cut up to make the little rubber thing that holds the small lens in place, one was cut up to make a microUSB dust protector, and several more have died to just testing stuff.
I also have a DIY tripod adapter that fits the case
So basically I'm making an entire accessory system around these $1.30 cases.
Finally, here's a macro image taken with the small (not a 30mm) macro lens
If anyone is interested in making their own there's a bit more info on materials, what to get etc here: http://www.pocketables.com/2012/06/from-the-diy-drawer-30mm-camera-accessory-adapter-case.html
Cptnodegard said:
CPL is a circular polarizing filter, which helps control light in outdoor pictures, reduces reflections, makes blue skies bluer etc. macro lens is for close-up shots, zoom self explanatory.
I already have a macro lens, but it's one of those tiny made-for-phones ones. Originally it came with a magnet, but I modified it:
Now it attaches to my case. The case in these pictures is a $1.30 one from ebay, one I absolutely love, so I tend to buy a ton of them and use them for various things like this. Got one unmodified one which the small macro lens fits into, then the one with the 30mm ring. One was cut up to make the little rubber thing that holds the small lens in place, one was cut up to make a microUSB dust protector, and several more have died to just testing stuff.
I also have a DIY tripod adapter that fits the case
So basically I'm making an entire accessory system around these $1.30 cases.
Finally, here's a macro image taken with the small (not a 30mm) macro lens
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So the final photo was taken with the phone with the lens you installed? That looks great(at least to a non photographer person) any plans to make and sell, for those less talented?
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So the final photo was taken with the phone with the lens you installed? That looks great(at least to a non photographer person) any plans to make and sell, for those less talented?
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No, the final photo was taken with the tiny made-for-cellphones lens you see in some of the images you quoted. The result with that lens is what made me go ahead with the 30mm system which this thread is really about, which uses "real" lenses, not that "made-for-cellphone thingies
And no I don't really have any plans to sell, but at a cost of about $5 per case for just the adapter case, it wouldn't be hard to make those plans. Then all you need is lenses and other things off eBay or elsewhere and they screw right in
too good!!
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No, the final photo was taken with the tiny made-for-cellphones lens you see in some of the images you quoted. The result with that lens is what made me go ahead with the 30mm system which this thread is really about, which uses "real" lenses, not that "made-for-cellphone thingies
And no I don't really have any plans to sell, but at a cost of about $5 per case for just the adapter case, it wouldn't be hard to make those plans. Then all you need is lenses and other things off eBay or elsewhere and they screw right in
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Well if you can get about the same effect or better using actual camera accessories then I'd pay probably 15$ , once you are able to get some photos up showing the whole setup would work you may have your first customer....pretty sure this is one of those impulse buys when you buy something cool that you know you don't need lol
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Well if you can get about the same effect or better using actual camera accessories then I'd pay probably 15$ , once you are able to get some photos up showing the whole setup would work you may have your first customer....pretty sure this is one of those impulse buys when you buy something cool that you know you don't need lol
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If you only want to play with it a bit, this is a good kit to start with:
http://dx.com/p/universal-13mm-wide...ent-for-digital-cameras-and-cell-phones-14953
It's the same as what took that picture. It comes with a macro and wide angle lens, and attaches magnetically to an adhesive metal ring you stick around the camera lens. I didn't like the magnet system and made the stick-in system that you see in the images that have been quoted here. It's basically a nice "starter kit"
I was so impressed by it and found it so fun doing macro shots that I started the 30mm project. Parts wise for it you can count $5 for case parts, $20 for macro/wide angle lens kit, $5 for a circular polarizing filter, about $2 for a lens cap, and while I haven't ordered one, about $20 for a 2x/3x telephoto lens.
Still waiting for all the accessories aside from what's on the case, but once stuff starts coming in, I'll post extensive samples.
you can try this..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-in-1-Lens...403085?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3cc1334f4d
good work!
Wow! Awesome! Very interesting to try..
I was stupid enough to order the macro lens from Dealextreme, which we all know doesn't give a rat's ass if the item ships in two days or two months. I checked back in to see it hadn't even shipped, so I canceled it and re-ordered it on eBay. Should ship Monday, so will still be a while until it arrives :/ CPL should be right around the corner though
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I am going to make one now
Looks like a great project. My only thought as a photographer is that you should make sure that you align the centre of the adapter ring with the centre of the phone lens. This will ensure that any lenses that you mount are optically aligned. If you don't do this, there is a great risk of introducing a lot of distortion.
Phil
PhilPassmore said:
Looks like a great project. My only thought as a photographer is that you should make sure that you align the centre of the adapter ring with the centre of the phone lens. This will ensure that any lenses that you mount are optically aligned. If you don't do this, there is a great risk of introducing a lot of distortion.
Phil
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That was one of the things I feared.. Guess I'll have to redo the case at one point then. Shouldn't be an issue since I have both more cases and rings on the way
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A lot of people have talked their fear of the camera lens becoming scratched.
It got me thinking. Would part of screen protector work? Would it affect the camera?
I remember having a Zagg InvisibleShield for an old iPod Nano (full body) and the circular cutout for the middle of the wheel was quite like a lens cover.
So, maybe someone could get something like this to market, if there was enough demand. With the right tools, it could be made by cutting holes in screen protectors.
I also saw this, which echoes my sentiments nicely.
Isn't the lens glass Gorilla Glass too? If it is Gorilla then no point having a shield.
thermalboyz said:
Isn't the lens glass Gorilla Glass too? If it is Gorilla then no point having a shield.
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why is it no point? try to rub some fine sand on the display and see how it looks then. keys would probably not hurt it nor knifes but some fuxing sand could give you pretty nice scratches. try it if you don't believe me.
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A lot of people have talked their fear of the camera lens becoming scratched.
It got me thinking. Would part of screen protector work? Would it affect the camera?
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I can understand your concern, but I definitely wouldn't put anything like a screen protector directly on the lens. Any kind of coating can cause serious degredation of image quality.
I wanted to know about this too, there are scratches on my DHD lens cover and I don't want to have it on my one x when it comes.
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A screen protector on the camera lens will most definitely degrade the photo- and video quality.
One reason I prefer pouches over cases.
i will be looking for a case that puts enough bulk on the back to block contact.
I originally posted this in the reviews thread, thought it was relevant repeating here:
Been trawling through the reviews all day. Even more excited now! Almost all concerns laid to rest except one: The protruding camera lens and it's ease of damage/scratches. One of my favourite sites (that always seen to match my opinions anyway) is Trustedreviews.com, and just finished going over their review, and seen something quite worrying that the reviewer doesn't pick up on. Check out the close up he has taken of the camera lens...
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Now it's not just me right? Those are scuffs on the rim and a couple of scratches and what certainly looks like a crack (it's even casting a shadow) on the lens? I am going to e-mail him to ask if he dropped it, but after seeing a demo video of it being in a tumble dryer for 8 hours, I would love to then see a picture of it's camera lens afterwards. Maybe a case is in order when I take this thing outside!
Full review can be found here: http://www.trustedreviews.com/htc-one-x_Mobile-Phone_review
wnp_79 said:
I originally posted this in the reviews thread, thought it was relevant repeating here:
Been trawling through the reviews all day. Even more excited now! Almost all concerns laid to rest except one: The protruding camera lens and it's ease of damage/scratches. One of my favourite sites (that always seen to match my opinions anyway) is Trustedreviews.com, and just finished going over their review, and seen something quite worrying that the reviewer doesn't pick up on. Check out the close up he has taken of the camera lens...
Now it's not just me right? Those are scuffs on the rim and a couple of scratches and what certainly looks like a crack (it's even casting a shadow) on the lens? I am going to e-mail him to ask if he dropped it, but after seeing a demo video of it being in a tumble dryer for 8 hours, I would love to then see a picture of it's camera lens afterwards. Maybe a case is in order when I take this thing outside!
Full review can be found here: http://www.trustedreviews.com/htc-one-x_Mobile-Phone_review
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Yea he dropped it. You can see on the casing in the top right corner also.
You don't have a camera that protrudes that much without it being damaged.
A pouch sounds like the best idea, a neoprene one.
Official pouch is leather with microfiber inside - should cover this problem well enough.
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yup pouch is the easy solution, when you take it out place it on the pouch instead of touching direci the surface
a bit of an expensive (not really if you think what you are covering) solution would be to get one of the screen protectors (clear one so it doesn't affect that much the results of the camera) and try to cut a piece to fit on the camera lens, if possible...
exotikos said:
a bit of an expensive (not really if you think what you are covering) solution would be to get one of the screen protectors (clear one so it doesn't affect that much the results of the camera) and try to cut a piece to fit on the camera lens, if possible...
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Kind of (entirely) defeats the purpose of putting decent optics in the phone if you're going to stick plastic over the top of it.
hopscotchjunkie said:
Kind of (entirely) defeats the purpose of putting decent optics in the phone if you're going to stick plastic over the top of it.
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Scratching it isn't any better, I guess.
I've got some small scratches too (already), but I've been extremely careful with the device.
Gibeon said:
Scratching it isn't any better, I guess.
I've got some small scratches too (already), but I've been extremely careful with the device.
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On your One X??
that sucks......well, you cant have a camera lens like that without it scratching honestly.
Best to get a pouch or a case that does something to prevent it from being scratched.
And putting a protector on the lens is not a good idea. Degrades photo quality quite a lot
If only there were a way someone could make one that's removable as needed, a la old school cameras, one that would click onto the outer rim and just relax there.
EDIT:
http://www.amazon.com/Cell-Phone-Camera-Lens-Protector/dp/B004GZSXQI
It's a bit obnoxious... but for those to whom it matters, it wouldn't be a horrid idea.
x3phyr said:
If only there were a way someone could make one that's removable as needed, a la old school cameras, one that would click onto the outer rim and just relax there.
EDIT:
http://www.amazon.com/Cell-Phone-Camera-Lens-Protector/dp/B004GZSXQI
It's a bit obnoxious... but for those to whom it matters, it wouldn't be a horrid idea.
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Something like that, but with a smooth surface and better tapered onto the body, would be ideal. Just a mill or two more height than the lens cover glass would be enough... Question is, would that be enough to prevent the speaker dock working?
Something similar to the Case Mate Barely There case I had for the Desire HD would do the trick. The Desire HD lense also stuck out, but it was indented slightly by a raised metal rim, unlike the HTC One X which is completely flat. Even this slight indentation prevented the lense from being scrathed when putting the phone down.
The case was very thin and slight so hopefully Case Mate will be coming out with something similar for the HTC One X, but until it is available I'm going to get an official pouch as I'm terrified not only of scrathing the lense, but even the coating on the back of the housing which seems incredibly soft
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Official pouch is leather with microfiber inside - should cover this problem well enough.
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I have this and feels like a good quality products. Just waiting for my phone to put it in now. Thick enough to protect against drops but small enough not to add too much additional bulk to the phone. Plus the fact it polishes the screen is great.
As promised, I have received the Aprolink case and here's my review:
First, the case comes in a box that transforms into a photo frame but I was unable to check this feature since I have no printed photos in that size. The instructions says that 3x5 inches photo will fit.
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Second, the case is BEAUTIFUL! The color I bought is glossy white with red and I think it's adding a nice color to the all-white device.
The color really shows on this photo
The case has EXACT holes and cut outs for the 3.5mm headphone jack, USB port and tiny yet precise cut outs for the microphones (on the top and on the bottom of the device), a nice circle around the camera and flash and a split speaker grill cutout (that does not affect the sound output).
The volume buttons and the sleep/wake button are covered by rubber and are very easy to press. Volume buttons are slightly narrow so that might take a few minutes to get used to.
The case also has a lip so you can lay your phone on the table while the screen is facing down without worrying.
The camera lens are protected as well
IMPORTANT!!
I own an international Tegra3 device so at&t and One XL owners might experience a slight misalignment here and there!
For more colors and some information, Aprolink's official webpage.
they look awesome
Found some photos of the Sensation case (different design, though), still gives a nice overall feeling about the quality of the case:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=22360377&postcount=85
Hey those are sweet! Thanks!
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After checking out the Sensation case in the link above and watching several videos of their iPhone cases I was very impressed by Aprolink's products and I have decided to order the case.
I guess this could take a while since the seller is shipping from Taiwan.
If no one else will do it before me, I'll upload some photos and a review when I'll receive it.
*Edit: Review added on 1st post.
Can you show more angles of the camera, protection looks minimal tbh
Ripley said:
Can you show more angles of the camera, protection looks minimal tbh
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The lens are almost on the same level with the case so it's not that simple to catch on photo. It's not as protective as an Otterbox but according to photos it provides protection that competes with Case-Mate's Tough case.
Anyway, here's the photo:
If you want a shot from different angle I can try to catch it. A picture of the desired position (with a different case) might help as well.
Hmm it's more of a cutout than protection then. The cutout on my Rock Magic Cube has a 2mm lip that surrounds the lens, offering great scratch protection. Also, the cutout on mine is alot smaller, surrounding the actual lens diameter, not the bigger silver circle around it.
Oh well, thanks for the pic
Just ordered 1 should be here in 3 weeks
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Received my white and grey one today, which was ordered on the 11th June - China to the UK in 7 days ain't bad at all.
Nice case, aside from the aprolink logo on the back being slightly skewed.
I was previously using the official HTC C700 hard case, which looks great, but is so damn slippy. This case just sticks to your fingers and makes one handed operation much easier.
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pnnorth said:
Received my white and grey one today
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Can you post some photos too? I'd like to see it in "real life". Especially since the red one which I have is slightly different shade of red from the one in the promotional photos.
On a side note, I have to agree about the ease of operation with the case. Definitely a case that was manufactured with functionality in mind and not that cheapo feel of various no-brand cases.
IdanK said:
Can you post some photos too? I'd like to see it in "real life". Especially since the red one which I have is slightly different shade of red from the one in the promotional photos.
On a side note, I have to agree about the ease of operation with the case. Definitely a case that was manufactured with functionality in mind and not that cheapo feel of various no-brand cases.
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Will do, I'll try and take some in the morning.
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Thanks for the review.
To make the case stand, you stick a card in the back of it?
Do they provide it?
junialum said:
Thanks for the review.
To make the case stand, you stick a card in the back of it?
Do they provide it?
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Yes, you can stick any card as long as it's approximately 5.3cm long and it fits right in. Credit cards are great for that cause
A card is not included with the case.
IdanK said:
Can you post some photos too? I'd like to see it in "real life". Especially since the red one which I have is slightly different shade of red from the one in the promotional photos.
On a side note, I have to agree about the ease of operation with the case. Definitely a case that was manufactured with functionality in mind and not that cheapo feel of various no-brand cases.
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I upload some pictures with the case actually on the phone later:
Edit...pics with the case on the phone.
Not the best pictures, my galaxy nexus is not the brilliant in low light (or maybe my camera lens cover just needs a damn good clean!).
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Here it is in black/gray. The gray glows in the dark.
On a scale of 1-10 I'd give it a six or seven. The black is glossy and picks up swirls and scuffs easily. It holds the phone fine but there's a small amount of up and down movement. The button you push for power is pure show because when you push it all you're doing is pushing the flush inside of the case downward until it hits the power button. You get used to it though. The slot you stick a credit card in is very shallow - you need a thick unbending card for it to really stay in place and support the phone. Even then, using the touch screen without holding the phone with one hand will move the phone and knock the credit card out. It's really tippy in portrait mode. Overall I'd rate it good, not great.
hi
anyone test 12X Zoom lens ? i don't know if she really good or not ? if the pictures will be good or bad quality?
would like to know that too
Any links?
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It's this one? http://dx.com/p/12x-zoom-camera-lens-telescope-for-htc-one-m7-silver-black-226594
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Take a look at this video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1Ql9Ym1KMQ
It's a review for the same product but for an iPhone. It's probably comparable to the HTC One lens. Seems quite nice.
I see these on eBay and very tempted to try one out.
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I had Olloclip for my old iPhone and it was very good http://store.apple.com/us/product/H7758VC/A/olloclip-quick-connect-lens-solution-for-iphone-4s4 and also Manfrotto KLYP http://www.manfrotto.co.uk/klyp-iphone-4-4s which both worked very well. I would be interested to know if there was something just as good out there although the One camera is far better than the iPhone bare imo
Whoa looks cool. Wonder how it compares to that sony zoom attachment
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I have thought a lot about this and, although a nice idea if you don't own a decent camera, it is (to all intents and purposes) pointless.
The beauty of a smartphone camera is that it fits in your pocket and is always there. Given a choice between carrying around all that extra junk, knowing I was off taking some serious photos, or just taking the SLR and do the job properly guess which would win out?
Face it, this thing is a geek toy (and there's nothing wrong with that, I've been a geek for over 40 years) but as a serious replacement for an SLR? I think not.
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I have thought a lot about this and, although a nice idea if you don't own a decent camera, it is (to all intents and purposes) pointless.
The beauty of a smartphone camera is that it fits in your pocket and is always there. Given a choice between carrying around all that extra junk, knowing I was off taking some serious photos, or just taking the SLR and do the job properly guess which would win out?
Face it, this thing is a geek toy (and there's nothing wrong with that, I've been a geek for over 40 years) but as a serious replacement for an SLR? I think not.
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Well said :good:
Tetsumi06 said:
I have thought a lot about this and, although a nice idea if you don't own a decent camera, it is (to all intents and purposes) pointless.
The beauty of a smartphone camera is that it fits in your pocket and is always there. Given a choice between carrying around all that extra junk, knowing I was off taking some serious photos, or just taking the SLR and do the job properly guess which would win out?
Face it, this thing is a geek toy (and there's nothing wrong with that, I've been a geek for over 40 years) but as a serious replacement for an SLR? I think not.
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Watching the video of the iPhone version it does work pretty well with obvious softening around the center focal point. The different is price though, an SLR is easily in the hundreds or thousands not including extra lenses. While this lens is under $30. Totally get it isn't going to match a SLR in any way shape or form, but for that extra zoom at a concert or something having the phone in your pocket and the lens in another, I can't complain. So, I guess I agree with you in a sense. lol
felacio said:
Watching the video of the iPhone version it does work pretty well with obvious softening around the center focal point. The different is price though, an SLR is easily in the hundreds or thousands not including extra lenses. While this lens is under $30. Totally get it isn't going to match a SLR in any way shape or form, but for that extra zoom at a concert or something having the phone in your pocket and the lens in another, I can't complain. So, I guess I agree with you in a sense. lol
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Exactly my thoughts.
I don't own a professional or even midrange camera.
The last digital camera I bought dates from 2002.
Since mobile phones came with a camera, I been relying on those for my snapshots.
Snapshots taken on a day out to the beach or museum. Even if I had a "real" camera, I'd still be tempted to use my smartphone because of how small it is and easy to put away. I'm no professional photographer by any means.
And for someone like me, a zoom lens is actually an interesting idea.
Just like you said, going to a concert using this thing if it really works well, is a really nice thing.
Last time I was at a concert, the footage I shot was rather disappointing simply because of the distance between me and the artists on stage.
Of course the question remains if stability wouldn't become a problem then using such a gadget if it zooms really far.
This also troubles midrange digital cameras, lol. I saw a review of one of these pocket HD cameras. It had incredible zoom, but without a tripid and a stable surface to put it on, it was nearly impossible to shoot a video you can actually watch.
Mmmm...I've been spying one of these for a little while.
...but I'm not really interested in the 12x lens...but the case for the phone, as it has a threaded hole around the camera opening.
I'd like to adapt a screw-in fisheye lens, just because I'm not a fan of the magnetic ones. that and the fact that the magnetic ones don't really play well with my current case.
One of my friends has a few spare screw-in fisheyes from his iPhone because he keeps breaking his cases, and buying new ones...so hopefully the thread on the screw-in part of the lens is the same as on this 12x case.
Will post my feedback if I decide to "MacGyver" this setup.
B BOY DRAW2 said:
Mmmm...I've been spying one of these for a little while.
...but I'm not really interested in the 12x lens...but the case for the phone, as it has a threaded hole around the camera opening.
I'd like to adapt a screw-in fisheye lens, just because I'm not a fan of the magnetic ones. that and the fact that the magnetic ones don't really play well with my current case.
One of my friends has a few spare screw-in fisheyes from his iPhone because he keeps breaking his cases, and buying new ones...so hopefully the thread on the screw-in part of the lens is the same as on this 12x case.
Will post my feedback if I decide to "MacGyver" this setup.
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Be sure to leave an opening for the flash so you can still use it when the lens is off.
Clearly this isn't an SLR replacement or even a super high end lens, however..
Outside of raw pixel count, the One has pretty much the best low light and pixel to pixel sensor (1/3" - the same size and similar MP res you'd find on prosumer/professional minidv/dvcam/hdv videocams not too many years ago), not to mention the fastest (or at least same as) aperture stock lens (f2) of just about any skinny jeans pocketable camera in existence. [Keep the lens in your other pocket ] Not to mention solid manual controls and on-body OIS.
Learn all the kinks of the lens and put it in some capable hands, you could really do some high quality damage with this thing. This really isn't all that different from mini35 hacks to attach focus screens and film lenses to consumer cameras. The camera is basically just being used as the ccd/cmos and storage device.
Video could be tricky, but doesn't seem any different than any other rolling shutter camera.
(as long as you don't have the red sensor issue)
$20 meh, in for 1.
Throw a small enough circular polarizer on the end and that would be even slicker.
Don't you think this would be a better choice??
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Sony already made specific product that meet your need
from HTC One
For the price of that Sony wifi camera, one might as well make the jump to a fully functional digital SLR.
Weinstein7 said:
if it worked for iPhone, surely will work on HTC
I`m planning to experiment something similar. will comeback with details
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So, after seeing questions on the XDA forums and over at Reddit asking about this, i pitched the idea to Weston over @slickwraps and he immediately replied with some interest and sent out some samples to me for testing.
I believe he said this material is 99.5% optically clear so I set out to take a couple test shots before and after to see if they reduced the quality of the images any.
On to the pics.
How they arrive
WITHOUT Lense Protector
bamboo android without protector
bamboo android WITH protector
Bowling Champ! without protector
Bowling Champ! WITH protector
as you can see, the quality is consistent between all images...nothing you are going to notice with every day use.
Fit of the product was spot on, Installation was a breeze. the protector could be a little thicker so the camera "ring" isn't touching the surface, but I'm pretty sure that would hinder the clearity. as it sits, the protector is right about level with the metal camera ring.
overall I am pleased, and like the title says, Weston just wanted me to Gauge interest for the product. No word on pricing or anything, just trying to get the word out on these and see if it would be worth it for SW to start mass producing them.
let me know what you think! also any comments/criticism are welcome.
I would possibly be interested in this. Depends on pricing. I can just see the lens cover getting scratched up easily without something protecting it leaving you with sub par pictures, not that it takes great pictures to begin with.
unless there like 2 bucks with shipping i dont see why anyone wouldn't just get a full phone case. with one the camera is so where near touching any surface.
A protector for your camera lens is pointless as most, if not all, high end phones use sapphire glass which has a 9H rating and much stronger than the glass on your display. The only thing that can scratch it is a diamond and given the amount of pressure it would take to break it, your phone would get crushed before it does.
TheAtheistOtaku said:
unless there like 2 bucks with shipping i dont see why anyone wouldn't just get a full phone case. with one the camera is so where near touching any surface.
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Because there are lots of people that like a naked device....me included
tkoreaper said:
A protector for your camera lens is pointless as most, if not all, high end phones use sapphire glass which has a 9H rating and much stronger than the glass on your display. The only thing that can scratch it is a diamond and given the amount of pressure it would take to break it, your phone would get crushed before it does.
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Does the N5 have sapphire glass though? Haven't checked myself but I hear people like you saying most high end phones have it....then others saying they wished the N5 did have it.
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It'd depend on how it attached, but I might be interested in this kind of thing. I'd much rather have my keys nick this than the lens proper.
roustabout said:
It'd depend on how it attached, but I might be interested in this kind of thing. I'd much rather have my keys nick this than the lens proper.
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Why don't you put your keys in your other pocket?
roustabout said:
It'd depend on how it attached, but I might be interested in this kind of thing. I'd much rather have my keys nick this than the lens proper.
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It attaches like a screen protector does
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Why don't you put your keys in your other pocket?
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I don't always do everything correctly, and the day I'm carrying a second set or have my hands full and forget what is where needn't be a day that i nick a lens.
In fact, the not doing it right every time is why I bought this phone. Very hard to brick a device when you have full manufacturer's images!
I'd probably try those. I'd prefer a case that had a lens cap built in but I can't find any like that. I'd just be concerned that the lens protector would degrade quickly and affect picture quality, bu your example photos look pretty good.
benroy said:
I'd probably try those. I'd prefer a case that had a lens cap built in but I can't find any like that. I'd just be concerned that the lens protector would degrade quickly and affect picture quality, bu your example photos look pretty good.
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I am also concerned with how it would hold up, but I am assuming this is very similar to the material screen protectors are made out of... Which is pretty good usually needing to be replaced every 6 months or so max.
I have been really abusing it just to see how it holds up (trying to scratch it with a button, constantly wiping it down (not necessary its just a habit...finger prints don't show up as much with it installed) with my cotton shirt and it still looks great.
But like I said, Weston is shipping me some more of a different material so we'll see how those work out
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Extremeguard selling the back protector with it, kind of, you just need to trim that piece a little
I'll buy some. It's not about whether the camera is made of sapphire or not, it's about me trying to protect my phone against the perils of my daily life haha. Though I take care of then phone as it is, a simple protector like that is one more layer of added protection. Just in case I do something stupid to it
toddmacmac said:
I'll buy some. It's not about whether the camera is made of sapphire or not, it's about me trying to protect my phone against the perils of my daily life haha. Though I take care of then phone as it is, a simple protector like that is one more layer of added protection. Just in case I do something stupid to it
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We officially plan to launch this.
Will keep everyone updated in the coming days.
Weston
Slickwraps.com
tkoreaper said:
A protector for your camera lens is pointless as most, if not all, high end phones use sapphire glass which has a 9H rating and much stronger than the glass on your display. The only thing that can scratch it is a diamond and given the amount of pressure it would take to break it, your phone would get crushed before it does.
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Nexus 5 does not have any corning gorilla glass or any glass that is 9H for the camera, I could be wrong but it isn't specified on the specs such as the iPhone 5C having that sapphire lens cover to prevent scratchings.
I actually still have the lens protector that came with the phone and never removed it, cause it's so hard when I tried. But pics look great nevertheless.
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If anything else you can replace it by removing the back cover and unscrewing the top half its a complete assembly
Here it is: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Original-To...er_Cell_Phone_Accessories&hash=item1c3c3e8403
if anything else, LG Quoted me 25$ to get it replaced including shipping and everything
Bronyr said:
I actually still have the lens protector that came with the phone and never removed it, cause it's so hard when I tried. But pics look great nevertheless.
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The lens protector that came with the phone doesn't actually cover the lens. It is a 2D donut and has a hole punched out in the middle where the lens opening is. At least, that was the case for mine.
juu666 said:
The lens protector that came with the phone doesn't actually cover the lens. It is a 2D donut and has a hole punched out in the middle where the lens opening is. At least, that was the case for mine.
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Yes and it would be great if @slickwraps does exactly the same with their design, i mean punching a hole in the middle. In that case the quality of the photos won't be affected either.
Just thought I would update everyone on this thread
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This wouldn't have been possible without @turdbogls, this was 100% his idea.
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So after all the developments we've seen in phones in past few years, digital zoom is as useless as it ever was (only hollywood has access to some amazing tech in this field). Anyway, with no built in optical zoom in Nexus 5, I started looking out and bought myself an 8X zoom lens with a manual focus ring.
Before anything else, here're some results:
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In the first set I was amazed even at that distance I could easily make out individual leaves on the tree behind those flags. I found it quite impressive. Wouldn't you say? (all pics are reduced from actual size from nearly 4MB to less than 1MB)
Now the best part, the price 8.56CAD (Less than Rs 500)! With FREE SHIPPING
And it comes with a mount which allows the lens to be used with almost any phone camera, and besides that the lens itself can be used as a very decent 8X zoom monocular/telescope.
The lowest focal length is 3m, so you can get real closeup pics of (say) a spider on your ceiling too :laugh: I used it on my birds, who never stay still when I come near with a camera
The mount also has a standard tripod input, so you can mount your phone on any tripod you might have. Its a big plus.
The above are all pros, and for cons: There's some chromatic aberration where sharp lines with high contrast meet, but that's normal for all inexpensive lenses.
And here's the link: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/8X-Optical-Z...e-Phone-Apple-iPhone-4-4S-5-D9-/400601927751?
The above listing has ended, vin4yak suggested more:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/8X-Optical-...le-Phone-Apple-iPhone-4-4S-5-HP-/141028916787
http://www.ebay.com/itm/8X-Optical-...e-Phone-Apple4-iPhone4-4S-5-UTS-/151217074247
So.. what do you all think?
..
Wow look realy good!
i will order one myself!
Great, enjoy!
By the way, I missed mentioning in my OP that the mount also has a standard tripod input, so you can mount your phone on any tripod you might have. Its a big plus.
ps. your forum name gave me a chuckle!
the_rebel said:
So after all the developments we've seen in phones in past few years, digital zoom is as useless as it ever was (only hollywood has access to some amazing tech in this field). Anyway, with no built in optical zoom in Nexus 5, I started looking out and bought myself an 8X zoom lens with a manual focus ring.
Before anything else, here're some results:
Before
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Before
After
In the first set I was amazed even at that distance I could easily make out individual leaves on the tree behind those flags. I found it quite impressive. Wouldn't you say? (all pics are reduced from actual size from nearly 4MB to less than 1MB)
Now the best part, the price 8.56CAD (Less than Rs 500)!
And it comes with a mount which allows the lens to be used with almost any phone camera, and besides that the lens itself can be used as a very decent 8X zoom monocular/telescope.
The lowest focal length is 3m, so you can get real closeup pics of (say) a spider on your ceiling too :laugh: I used it on my birds, who never stay still when I come near with a camera
The above are all pros, and for cons: There's some chromatic aberration where sharp lines with high contrast meet, but that's normal for all inexpensive lenses.
And here's the link: http://www.ebay.ca/itm/8X-Optical-Z...e-Phone-Apple-iPhone-4-4S-5-D9-/400601927751?
So.. what do you all think?
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Nice thing! One question, how much did u pay for the shipping?
Jishnu Sur™ said:
Nice thing! One question, how much did u pay for the shipping?
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Forgot to mention, the price is inclusive of shipping! :laugh:
Wow! Thanks man! BTW, the ebay link says listing has ended..
Here are some other links you might wanna add to the OP!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/8X-Optical-...e-Phone-Apple4-iPhone4-4S-5-UTS-/151217074247 US $8.36
http://www.ebay.com/itm/8X-Optical-...le-Phone-Apple-iPhone-4-4S-5-HP-/141028916787 AU $8.36 with $1 shipping
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Wow! Thanks man! BTW, the ebay link says listing has ended..
Here are some other links you might wanna add to the OP!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/8X-Optical-...e-Phone-Apple4-iPhone4-4S-5-UTS-/151217074247 US $8.36
http://www.ebay.com/itm/8X-Optical-...le-Phone-Apple-iPhone-4-4S-5-HP-/141028916787 AU $8.36 with $1 shipping
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Thanks, Added
Here's an all in one package on AliExpress for 13.90$ with tripod and holder included. You also have the choice which color you prefer
new 8x Zoom Optical Lens Universal Telephone Telescope Camera For Mobile Phone Android Phone With Tripod + Holder
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/new-...one-Android-Phone-With-Tripod/1345134098.html
I ordered this.. Thanks for the inspiration for wasting money
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bofbaz said:
Here's an all in one package on AliExpress for 13.90$ with tripod and holder included. You also have the choice which color you prefer
new 8x Zoom Optical Lens Universal Telephone Telescope Camera For Mobile Phone Android Phone With Tripod + Holder
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/new-...one-Android-Phone-With-Tripod/1345134098.html
I ordered this.. Thanks for the inspiration for wasting money
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Great, though I already have 2 tripods so I'd have still bought the same one
Do you have prior experience with AliExpress? I have always gone with eBay sellers and have great experience with them over the years. I tried DealExtreme a few times and always regretted it. Last I ordered from them was Nov-13, which I finally received in last week of Feb-14
AliExpress is as safe as eBay and has much more gadgets
Well, I've always made great experience with AliExpress.. There's also buyer's protection for 60 days, not only 45 as PayPal. Try it...
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Alright, thanks. That's good enough for me to give it a shot next time.
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it looks like the lens is on a slide rail?
so it fits no problem? the title does say its for iPhone..
Any pics of it on your N5?
gd6noob said:
it looks like the lens is on a slide rail?
so it fits no problem? the title does say its for iPhone..
Any pics of it on your N5?
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Yeah, I had the same question in mind..
@the_rebel Can you please post some pics of the device with and without the nexus 5 attached to it? It would be great. Thanks!
Alright, here goes:
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B9Bg_GtAO8DTREZIdVZDaGFIZnc/edit
https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B9Bg_GtAO8DTVXAwbFNaZEJjRW8/edit
With and without the phone attached. The lens is mounted on a tray sliding on a guiding rail (see arrows in first pic), then there's a thumb screw to tighten it in place (clearly visible in both pics). The mount has springs inside that allow it to stretch and grab a phone even larger than N5.
The lens hole is exactly the size of the black ring around N5 lens, but even if that had been much smaller, it'd be ok as the lens on the phone is much smaller than the surrounding black ring.
Best way to attach it is first fit the mount to see that the lens hole is lined up, and then screw in the lens.
Let me know if there are any more questions.
By the way, I dropped the lens yesterday on a stone floor from about 5ft, it left a small mark on the body but everything else is undamaged - nice to know, eh?