This teleconverter kit brings 10x optical zoom to iPhones | Infinium-tech
A recent rumor claimed that Apple is considering making a teleconverter kit for its upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. Well, you can now get one for the iPhone 16 Pro and 17 Pro series.
PGYTech has announced its new Retrova Vintage Imaging Kit for the iPhone 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, iPhone 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max. The kit includes a protective case, a leather grip with physical controls and a microSD card slot, and a 2.35x telephoto extender lens.
The case features a black pebbled leather finish that takes inspiration from retro cameras. You also get a premium leather grip in the package that includes a metal-textured shutter button, a multi-function button, a zoom lever, and a control dial.
It also has a microSD slot and a USB 3.1 Type-C port. You can record directly to the card, in case you’re wondering. The kit also supports a lens adapter ring, 1/4-inch-20 thread tripod socket, and a strap.
With the 2.35x telephoto extender, the iPhone 17 Pro series can effectively achieve 235mm native focal length, which translates to approximately 10x zoom. Meanwhile, the iPhone 16 Pro lineup, which has a 5x optical telephoto sensor, can reach up to 282mm, which is equivalent to about 12x zoom.
There is also a PGYTech Pro Imaging app that offers 400, 600 and 960 mm focal lengths. You can also add a 2x telephoto extender or light filters via the adapter ring.
For those who are interested in this teleconverter kit, the product is currently available on Kickstarter. The complete kit will set you back $184, while just the grip kit with case costs $72. The 2x telephoto lens also costs $72, while the light filter will cost you $16.
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