Mini 400mm Telephoto Lens (17mm)
Standard smartphone zoom loses detail and stability the moment you push past a few meters. This lens fixes both — true optical clarity paired with the FotorGear App's built-in EIS stabilization, so your footage stays sharp and shake-free even at 400mm.
Universal Use: Works with all phones via the included clip.
Better Use: Pair with a Fotorgear Case for maximum stability and faster setup.
What's Included
- 1 × Primary Lens
- 1 × Universal Lens Clip
- 1 × Leather Protective Case
- 1 × Cleaning Cloth
- 1 × Rear Lens Cap
Compatibility
- Designed for iPhone and Android flagship smartphones
- This product uses a T‑mount interface — pairs best with a Fotorgear T‑mount case for secure, wobble‑free mounting
- Universal lens clip included — works with any phone
*Also available in 17mm thread version
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Standard smartphone zoom loses detail and stability the moment you push past a few meters. This lens fixes both — true optical clarity paired with the FotorGear App's built-in EIS stabilization, so your footage stays sharp and shake-free even at 400mm.
Universal Use: Works with all phones via the included clip.
Better Use: Pair with a Fotorgear Case for maximum stability and faster setup.
What's Included
- 1 × Primary Lens
- 1 × Universal Lens Clip
- 1 × Leather Protective Case
- 1 × Cleaning Cloth
- 1 × Rear Lens Cap
Compatibility
- Designed for iPhone and Android flagship smartphones
- This product uses a T‑mount interface — pairs best with a Fotorgear T‑mount case for secure, wobble‑free mounting
- Universal lens clip included — works with any phone
*Also available in 17mm thread version
Standard smartphone zoom loses detail and stability the moment you push past a few meters. This lens fixes both — true optical clarity paired with the FotorGear App's built-in EIS stabilization, so your footage stays sharp and shake-free even at 400mm.
Universal Use: Works with all phones via the included clip.
Better Use: Pair with a Fotorgear Case for maximum stability and faster setup.
What's Included
- 1 × Primary Lens
- 1 × Universal Lens Clip
- 1 × Leather Protective Case
- 1 × Cleaning Cloth
- 1 × Rear Lens Cap
Compatibility
- Designed for iPhone and Android flagship smartphones
- This product uses a T‑mount interface — pairs best with a Fotorgear T‑mount case for secure, wobble‑free mounting
- Universal lens clip included — works with any phone
*Also available in 17mm thread version
Why We Made This
The 400mm focal length is our best-seller for one simple reason: it solves the biggest problem in mobile photography—reaching far-away subjects without losing quality. Our lens offers "physical power," using real optics to keep your main sensor’s resolution crystal clear at high magnification—something digital zoom just can't do. Whether you’re at a music festival, out birdwatching, or watching a big game, this lens brings the action right to you with professional, sharp results.
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Highlights
Ready in Seconds
Twist. Lock. Shoot.
Attach your Fotorgear Case, then twist the lens on the phone's telephoto camera until it locks. Precision-aligned for maximum stability. One standard across every Fotorgear lens and accessory — ready for life as it happens
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Fotorgear Camera App
Hardware is only half the story. The Fotorgear App unlocks the full potential of your Retro Photography Kit, turning your iPhone into a professional-grade cinema rig. From real-time lens stabilization to tactile physical controls, it's the software that makes every shot effortless.
EIS Handheld Stabilization
Electronic Image Stabilization reads your iPhone's gyroscope in real-time, canceling out hand tremors frame by frame. Even at extreme focal lengths, your footage stays fluid and tripod-smooth — without the tripod.
Pro Tools — Color, Depth & Precision
From manual shutter and ISO to anamorphic de-squeeze and depth control, the App puts cinema-grade tools in your pocket. Customize presets, shoot in RAW burst, and create with total creative freedom.
Works with the Native Camera App
Prefer the simplicity of the stock iOS camera? The Retro Bar works flawlessly with the native app right out of the box. No extra settings, no learning curve — just plug, pair, and shoot the way you always have, but with real tactile control.
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Specifications
1 x Vegan Leather Storage Case
1 x Universal Mounting Clip
1 x Cleaning Cloth
1 x Rear Lens Cap
FAQs
The lens attaches to your phone's camera system and works with a wide range of smartphones. The T-Mount version is specifically designed for Fotorgear Retro Cases, which are available for iPhone and select Android flagship models. The universal clip version works with most smartphones on the market.
To be sure, check the product page for the complete compatibility list. If your phone's camera module is centered and not obstructed by an unusually thick case, the clip-on version should work without issues.
Yes — and the difference is optical, not digital. Your phone's zoom and portrait mode process the image with software, which loses detail and can look artificial around edges and hair. This lens uses real glass to physically change how light hits your sensor, so the effect (compression, bokeh, macro detail, wide field of view — depending on the lens) holds up at full resolution, with none of the software smoothing or artifacts.
No. Attach the clip to your phone, screw the lens onto the mount, and you're ready to shoot — most people are set up in under a minute.
We recommend using the Fotorgear Case for a more stable, precisely aligned connection, especially for longer focal lengths like the 400mm or an anamorphic lens.
Not required, but strongly recommended. At 400mm, even small hand movements are magnified. Pairing this lens with a tripod or the included stabilization gear will give you noticeably sharper results.
You may see minor vignetting in some conditions, since this is the Mini version optimized for portability. If you want fully edge-to-edge, full-screen clarity with zero cropping, our PRO 400mm is purpose-built for that.
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