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Sandmarc 96 mm Telephoto Lens for iPhone Ships at $345

Simon Ellis 2 min read

Sandmarc released a 96 mm telephoto lens for iPhone 15 Pro Max, 16 Pro, and 17 Pro. The $345 accessory adds 384 mm equivalent focal length for portraits.

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Apple is expanding the reach of its telephoto capabilities with a new third-party accessory that lets users capture distant subjects without relying solely on digital zoom. The Sandmarc 96 mm Telephoto Lens attaches directly to the rear camera module of compatible iPhones, effectively extending the optical reach of the device. This accessory provides a physical optical solution for portrait and wildlife photography that digital cropping cannot replicate. Users seeking enhanced optical performance may find this lens a valuable addition to their mobile photography kit.

Third-party accessory extends iPhone optical reach to 384 mm equivalent

The lens is a dedicated telephoto converter designed specifically for the iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro (Max), and iPhone 17 Pro (Max). It screws onto the iPhone’s telephoto camera to provide a 384 mm 35mm-equivalent focal length. Sandmarc claims this optical setup should be sufficient to capture detailed portraits from a distance. The device is available in specific versions tailored to each supported iPhone model.

Specifications

  • Focal Length: 96 mm
  • Weight: 255 grams
  • Length: 8.9 centimeters
  • Price: $345
  • Compatibility: iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16 Pro (Max), iPhone 17 Pro (Max)

The accessory weighs 255 grams and measures 8.9 centimeters in length. It retails for $345 with free shipping within the United States. Sandmarc states that the lens achieves a 32x zoom on the iPhone 17 Pro (Max) through a combination of 16x optical zoom and 2x digital zoom. On older compatible iPhones, the lens supports a 20x zoom capability.

The advertised zoom figures require careful interpretation regarding the actual optical performance. The iPhone 17 Pro achieves 16x optical zoom, meaning the 32x total is a hybrid result that includes digital enhancement. Sandmarc is exaggerating these figures slightly by highlighting the combined total rather than the pure optical gain. We looked at similar third-party lens accessories earlier while tracking iPhone photography trends.

The Sandmarc 96 mm Telephoto Lens is now available in the manufacturer’s online store. The lens extends the optical reach of the device for users requiring greater magnification than the native camera provides. The product ships with free domestic delivery in the U.S. market.

Source: NotebookCheck

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