As smartphones become more equipped to take better quality pictures, especially with phone add-ons, it’s becoming difficult to justify carrying around an actual camera. There are a ton of smartphone add-ons that are designed to enhance a user’s ability to take photos, with lenses that are capable of lending the abilities of a camera for fisheye, macro and wide-angle captures.
The ‘Turnikit’ is one particularly neat phone add-on that consists of a lens adapter for the iPhone that makes Canon and Nikon camera lenses usable on a smartphone.
Some of the larger lens attachments might seem a little bulky and awkward to use, but if you set yourself up with a tripod, the cost of these add-ons is far more reasonable than investing in a quality professional camera.
61 Photographic Phone Add-Ons
61
Rotating Smartphone Accessories
The iPhone Lens Dial Enhances Cellphone Camera Capabilities
60
Professional Camera Smartphones
The iPhone SLR Mount Takes Pro-Grade Pictures
59
Phone Photography Optic Lenses
The Extraordinary ‘Olloclip 4-In-1’ Produces High Resol
58
Photog Phone Add-Ons
Attach the Conice Zoom Lens for Super Magnified Phone Pictures
57
Rainbow Smartphone Camera Cases
The Holga iPhone Lens Spins The Rainbow Into Your Pictures
56
Complete Camera Smartphone Concepts
The 'iPhone Pro' Turns Apple to High Quality Captures
55
Intrinsic Camera Phone Attachments
Gizmon Clip-On Lenses Provide Easy-to-Use Polarizing Filters
54
Stealthy Snapshot Cameras
The Slyphone Camera Periscope Lets You Take Photos Without Looking Up
53
Smartphone Photography Totes
The iPhone Lens Wallet Can House Four Lenses and a Tripod
52
3D Smartphone Lenses
The 'Poppy' Transforms Your Phone Into a Cheap 3D Camera
51
iPhone Camera Attachments
An iPhone 4 With a DSLR Lens Upgrades the Quality of Your Camera Phone
50
iPhonetography Attachments
Enhance Your Phone Photog Skills With the Turtleback Turtle Jacket
49
Heavy Metal iPhone Cases
Factron Metal Gear Cases for iPhone and iPad are Badass
48
Smartphone Photography Accessories
The Moment Lens by Marc Barros Provides Slim Quality Optics
47
Sneaky Smartphone Add-Ons
The Smartphone Spy Lens Changes the Capturing Angle a Full 90-Degrees
46
Professional iPhone Lenses
The iPhone Eyescope is a Handy iPhotography Helper
45
Cellphone Camera Lenses
The 'Jelly Lens' Lets You Take Quality Pictures With Your Mobile Device
44
Fully Water-Resistant Smartphones
The Game-Changing Sony Xperia Z1s Device Launched at CES 2014
43
Mini Telescopic Phone Accessories
This iPhone Telescope Lets You Take 20 Times Zoomed Photos
42
Peering Periscope Phone Gadgets
The ‘Magnetically Attaching Periscope’ Phone Lens is
41
Tripod-Ready Smartphone Sheaths
The Phogo Case Features Built-In Mounting Equipment
40
Conducive Phone Photography Kits
The FotoPro Master Kit is Ideal for Your iPhone 5
39
Automated Selfie Remotes
The Smartphone Camera Remote Frames Perfect Selfie Pictures
38
Enlightening Smartphone Spotlights
The Pocket Spotlight Helps Capture a Clear Shot When It's Dark
37
Attachable Smartphone Lenses
The Moment Cameras Attach to Smartphone to Improve Picture Quality
36
Point-and-Shoot Smartphone Accessories
Red Pop from Beep Industries is Perfect for iPhone Photogs
35
Selfie-Assisting Attachments
The Cellfie is a Portable Smartphone Shutter
34
Tiny Telescopic Phone Kits
Zoom In 9X Closer With This Tiny Telescope for Phone Cameras
33
Microscope Smartphone Lenses
The Kokan iPhone Add-On Allows for Up to 16X Zoom
32
Snappy Smartphone Shooters
The Olloclip Offers an Array of Quick-Connect Lenses
31
iPhone-Integrated SLRs
The iCam Digital Camera Enables a Multimedia Tech Merger
30
Attachable Phone Lenses
The Photojojo Mini-Telephoto Lens Makes Taking Pictures On-The-Go Easy
29
Smartphone Lens Filters
The Trygger Camera Case Makes iPhone Photos Crisper and Clearer
28
Magnifying Smartphone Add-Ons
The iPhone Microscope Can Zoom 60 Times a Regular Phone
27
Retro Camera Phone Covers
The Gizmon iCA iPhone Case Turns Your Smartphone Into a Leica
26
Elastic Smartphone Zoom Enhancers
The Macro Cell Lens Band Ups the Quality of iPhone Close-Ups
25
Professional iPhoneography Accessories
The DiffCage iPhone Rig Makes Your Selfies Pro Portraits
24
Phone-Holding Key Chains
The Tiltpod Mobile is a Tripod That Fits in Your Pocket
23
Camera-Enabled Smartphone Cases
The BRIC+ Productivity Case is an iPhone Camera Case
22
Panoramic Phone Mounts
The 'Spin Pod' Rotates to Give You the Perfect Panoramic Shot
21
SMS Security Cameras
The GSM Nightvision Security Camera Texts You in the Event of a Break In
20
DSLR-Capturing Phone Cases
The Ladibird iPhone Camera Case Was Revealed at 2014 CES
19
Sleek Camera Lens Lighting
The iSpot Table Lamp by Michael Samoriz Also Charges Smartphones
18
Right Angle Phonetography Attachments
The HiLo Lens is Like a Swivel-Rotating Screen
17
Finger-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Air Clicker Lets You Point and Click to Snap Pics
16
Sophisticated Smartphone Lens Attachments
The Xistera iPhone5 Attachment is Multi-Functional
15
Smartphone Shortcut Buttons
Pressy Inserts into Your Headphone Jack to Enable Shortcut Features
14
Professional Smartphone Lens Adapters
The Turnikit iPhone Lens Adapter Captures Quality Photos
13
3D Measurement Camera Attachments
The Occipital Structure Sensor Goes Beyond 2D Images
12
Photog Smartphone Attachments
The Eye Scope Takes Your iPhone Photos to a Whole Other Level
11
Wireless App-Controlled Cameras
The Simplicam WiFi Camera Was Revealed at 2014 CES
10
Photo-Taking Phone Remotes
Take Phone Pictures from 10 Meters Away with This Shutter Button Remote
9
Smartphone Camera Rigs
The Owle Bulbo is Designed for iPhone Movie Makers
8
Artistic iPhone Lenses
The FishEYE iPhone Cover Gives You a 160 Degree View of the World
7
Bluetooth Phone Camera Remotes
Take iPhone Photos Hands-Free with This Bluetooth Phone Remote
6
Smartphone Microscope Attachments
The Micro Phone Lens Lets You Zoom in Up to 60x
5
Smartphone Screen Clearers
Smartklear by Lenspen Removes All the Oily Smudges from a Tech Screen
4
Self-Rotating Camera Apps
Shoot Video Horizontally from Any Angle with the Horizon App
3
Clothespin Camera Lenses
The Mobi-Lens is a One-Size-Fits-All Shutterbug Accessory
2
Camera-Copying Smartphones
The Nokia Lumia 1020 Puts the Emphasis on Being a Camera That Can Call
1
Panoramic Camera Attachments
The BubbleScope Will be the First 360º Imaging Device
Related Ideas
Low-Cost 360-Degree Cameras
The AKASO 360 Aims to Dethrone Flagship Alternatives
Next-Gen Instant Camera Upgrades
FUJIFILM's instax mini 13™ is Compatible With Fun Accessories
360-Degree Security Cameras
The Tapo C246D Dual Lens 2K Pan Tilt Security Camera is Feature-Rich
Translucent Pocket Cameras
The ClearCam Brings Y2K Style into Modern Photography with Clear Design
Hybrid Creativity Instant Cameras
The FUJIFILM instax WIDE Evo Prints Photos and More
Anniversary Camera Editions
Canon Released a Limited Edition Version of Its Iconic G7 X III
Swiveling Solar-Powered Security Cameras
The TP-Link Tapo C645D Has Dual 2K Lenses
Robotic Companion Smartphone Models
The HONOR ROBOT PHONE Has a Rotating Camera on a Gimbal
Pro-Grade Photography Smartphones
The Vivo X200 Ultra Works with the Optional Photographer Kit
Micro-Sized Gimbal Action Cameras
The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Captures 37MP Still Images and 4K Video
Handsfree Miniature Wearable Cameras
The DJI Osmo Nano Easily Attaches onto Anything
Colorful Elevated Mid-Range Smartphones
Google Presents the New Pixel 9a Smartphone
Camera-Equipped Earbuds
TWS Earbuds with Built-In Cameras Introduce a Wearable Ai Vision Concept
Tiny Colorful Camera Toys
The Kodak Charmera Blind-Box is a Camera Photography Collectible
Periscope Telephoto Camera Smartphones
The Huawei Pura 90 Series Features Two Models
Film-Style Digital Cameras
The Rewindpix From Xiao Liu Returns to Disposable Camera Rituals
Interchangeable Filter Webcams
The Elgato Facecam 4K Supports 49mm Lens Filters
Video-Editing App Updates
Google Photos Launches a Slew of New Video Editing Tools
Tactile Photography Phone Attachments
The Leica LUX Grip is Designed to Enhance Smartphone Tech
Stacked Dual-Lens Security Cameras
The Tapo C545D Security Camera Stacks Two Lenses into One Unit
Camera-Inspired Sleek Smartphones
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is the Latest Flagship Smartphone
Cafe Budget Retro Cameras
Starbucks Retro Camera Brings Dual-Sensor Digital Shooting to 2025
Hyper-Zoom Smartphone Lenses
The Sandmarc Telephoto Tetraprism Has 16x Optical Zoom
Vlogging-Ready Camera Models
The Lenovo C55 Has a Built-In Ring Light and More
Sound-Localizing Smartphone Cameras
The SoundCam Go Attaches onto the Rear of a Smartphone
Compact Nostalgia-Inducing Cameras
Yashica's Tank Is a New Pocketable Retro Digicam
Photographer-Inspired Photo Apps
The Leica LUX App is Launching the Artist Looks Filter Effects
Night Vision Camera Smartphones
The FOSSIBOT F113 Has an Infrared Camera Lens
Detachable Action Cam Smartphones
The Ulefone RugOne Xsnap 7 Pro Has a 9,000mAh Battery
Modular Multifunctional Smartphone Gimbals
The DJI Osmo Mobile 7 Pro Supports Handsfree Shooting
Mini Camera Collectibles
Kodak's Charmera Blind Boxes Reveal Tiny Devices That Actually Take Shots
Durable Outdoor Photography Smartphones
The FOSSiBOT F107 Pro is Built to MIL-STD-810H Specs
Three-in-One Smartphone Vlogging Devices
The 'MagMirror' Puts a Screen on the Rear of a Smartphone
Rear Selfie Screens
Insta360 Snap Enables Rear Camera Selfie Previews Easily
Manual Zoom Photography Smartphones
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra Leica Edition Has a One-Inch Image Sensor
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Secondary Display Smartphone Cases
The Selfix Case Has a 1.6-Inch AMOLED on the Rear
Photography Accessory Smartphones
The Oppo Find X9 Pro Works with a Hasselblad Imaging Kit
Magnetically Affixed Security Cameras
The Tapo C460 Maximizes Ease of Installation
Ultra-Thin Camera Tech
KAIST Developed a 0.94 Mm-Wide Camera with a 140-Degree Field of View
Interchangeable Lens Smartphones
The Realme Interchangeable Lens Concept is Advanced
AI-Powered PTZR Cameras
The OBSBOT Tail 2 Works Seamlessly for Live Productions
Video Projector Camera Toys
The Photo Creator Video Projector Camera Captures Quality Content
Display-Equipped Item Trackers
The 'PhotoTag' Tracks Items for Up to 10 Months Per Charge
AI-Powered Social AR Apps
The Snap Lens Studio Lets Any User Create Their Own Effects
Sleek Instant Print Cameras
C+A Global Unveiled the 'KODAK Printomatic+ Instant Print Camera'
Versatile Effortless Instant Cameras
FUJIFILM Adds the INSTAX MINI 41 Instant Camera to its Roster
Tablet-Based Video Magnifying Tools
Eschenbach Optik Debuts the Optaro® XL iPad Video Magnifier
Interchangeable Camera Module Smartphones
The Realme GT 8 Pro Features Custom Ricoh Imaging Tuning
Photographer-Grade Smartphone Lenses
The ShiftCam LensUltra Explorer Series is Easy to Use
Compact Sports-Ready Cameras
GoPro Has Introduced Updates to Its Compact HERO Action Camera
AI-Enabled Mirrorless Smartphone Cameras
The Caira Camera Performs Instant Editing
High-Tech Phone Cases
TORRAS Calls Attention to Phone Case 3.0 — "The Era of Creation"
Hybrid Triple-Lens Cameras
The AMKOV F3B Expertly Captures Photos and Videos
Rotating Camera Module Smartphones
The iKKO Mind One Has a 4.02-Inch AMOLED Screen
Fashionable Photography Brand Accessories
Leica Luxury Leather Goods Have a Minimalist Aesthetic
GenAI Social Media Lenses
The Imagine Lens Lets Snapchat Users Type to Bring Ideas to Life
Retro-Inspired Instant Cameras
The Polaroid Flip Camera Features a Four-Lens System and Autofocus
Field-Ready Ultra-Zoom Cameras
The Nikon Coolpix P1100 Offers 125x Optical Super-Telephoto Zoom
Branded Action Cam Lenses
The GoPro Anamorphic Lens Mod is for the HERO 13 Black Camera
Tactile Digital Cameras
Camera (1) imagines a tactile digicam for a screen-tired generation
Modular Photography Smartphone Concepts
The Xiaomi Modular Optical System Has a Detachable Lens
Photography MagSafe Smartphone Grips
The New Leica LUX Grip Elevates Smartphone Photography
Rotating Camera Ring Smartphones
The Leica Leitzphone is Powered by Xiaomi and Comes in One Finish
Dual Telephoto Lens Smartphones
Huawei's Pura 80 Ultra Leads in Mobile Camera Quality
Vintage Imaging Kits
PGYTECH RetroVa Turns iPhones into Vintage Photo Systems
Futuristic AI Cameras
The AI Camera Concept Adds Innovation in Photography by Removing Lens
Acrylic Smartphone Addiction Accessories
The 'Methaphone' Offers a Tactile Way to Curb Device Use
Flippable Retro-Style Instant Cameras
The Polaroid Flip Has a Four-Lens System for Bright Shots
Durable Pro-Inspired Smartphones
The iPhone 17 Has the Center Stage Front Camera and More
Intuitive Double-Exposure Film Cameras
The Kodak Snapic A1 Has a Three-Element Glass Lens
Redefining Screen-Free Cameras
Camp Snap Arrives at Target as a Mindful Disconnection
AI-Integrated Smartphone Cases
The OnFrontier F11 Turns the iPhone into an AI Powerhouse
Imperfect Photography Celebrations
The Nonna's Cam Adds Artificial Fingers to Block Shots
Hands-Free Vertical Phone Grips
PopSocket Introduces the New Kick-Out Grip & Stand
Pop-On Digital Camera Accessories
The Ligar from Escura Pops Onto Film Cameras
Artwork-Friendly Smartphone Printers
The FUJIFILM Instax mini Link Plus Has Several Print Modes
AI-Enabled Photo App Updates
Google Photos Brings Artificial Intelligence to the Application
AI Pet Photography
Pet Lens AI Offers Professional Photos of Your Pet with AI Assistance
Adaptable Magnetic Smartphone Grips
The PopSockets Kick-Out Grip and Stand is Multifunctional
AI-Powered Social Media Lenses
Snap Announced AI Video Lenses for Snapchat Platinum Subscribers
Selfie-Friendly Dual-Lens Cameras
The Rollei Powerflex X8 Dual Lens Has a 64MP Sensor
Rotating Camera-Ring Smartphones
Leitzphone by Leica and Xiaomi Features a Rotatable Camera Ring
Efficient Photo-Enhancing Mobile Applications
Leia Inc. Recently Released the Immersity App
Smartphone Dual Screen Cases
The Selfix iPhone Case Adds Rear Display for Selfies
360-Degree Active Tracking Gimbals
The DJI Osmo Mobile 8 Offers 360-Degree Panning
Gifting-Ready Digital Cameras
The Camp Snap Custom Edition Can Be Personalized with Any Name
MagSafe Photographer-Style Grips
Leica's New LUX Grip Transforms iPhones Into Traditional Cameras
Digital Makeup Meeting Features
The Google Meet Makeup Feature Helps a User Get Camera-Ready
Redesigned AI-Focused Photo Editors
Google AI Magic Editor Incorporates Elements From the Pixel
Magnetic Wall Mounts
The Moment Wall Mount Turns Any Flat Surface into a Hands-Free Phone Holder
Smartphone Photography Editing Apps
The Adobe Photoshop App for iPhone is Available Now for Free
Magnetic Detachable Smartphone Lenses
The Martvsen MagStack Offers Up to 105-Times Magnification
Revive Modern Film Cameras
Analogue Af-1 Updates 35mm Photography with LiDAR Autofocus
AI-Powered Litter Box Cameras
SiiPet's LitterLens Decodes Pet Behavior into Health Insights
Tech-Enabled Smart Glasses
Snapchat Announces the Upcoming Arrival of its New 'Specs' Glasses
Diving-Friendly Smartphone Cases
The DIVEVOLK SeaTouch 4 Max Platinum Works Down to 60-Meters
360°-Degree Action Cameras
Insta360 Launches the Flagship X5 Camera in the Philippines
Next-Gen Hybrid Instant Cameras
The instax mini LiPlay+ Integrates Sound into Photos via QR Codes
Mountaineer-Approved Camera Tripods
The Pro Tripod by Peak Design Was Co-Developed with Jimmy Chin
AI Photo Enhancers
Photo Enhancer Uses AI To Restore And Improve Your Images Quickly
Minimalist Photography Smartphones
The Sony Xperia 10 VII Embraces a Chic Look and Feel
Adorable Mini Instant Cameras
The Retro Digital Toy Camera Brings Tiny Photo Capture to Keychains
Smart Focus Glasses
Phantom Journey Are Smart Glasses that Enhance Focus and Well-Being
Portable Phone-Mirroring Screens
Takolink Launches a 15.6-Inch Portable IPS Display
Comprehensive Camera-Focused Creative Ecosystem
SmallRig Presented Three Products at the NAB Show
Chunky Retro Instant Cameras
The Polaroid Flip Instant Camera is a Designed for Analog-First Shots
Smartphone-Friendly Action Cams
The Domono Smart Camera Attaches onto the Rear of a Smartphone
Collectible Mini Cameras
The Photo Creator Mini Cam Lets Kids Snap Photos Without a Phone
Advanced Everyday Camera Sensors
The Sony LYTIA 901 CMOS Image Sensor Has a 200MP Rating
AI Photo Experiences
KitaKit AI Creates Personalized, Real-Time Event Photo Booths
Professional-Grade Standard Zoom Lenses
Nikon Debuts the NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S II
Real Time Film Filters
VSCO Capture Brings Live Film-Style Filters to iOS for Authentic Shooting
Performance-Driven Speedy Camera Lenses
Leica Camera AG Debuts the Noctilux-M 35 f/1.2 ASPH
Mobile Lighting Apps
Screen Fill Light Turns Your Phone Into A Professional Photography Tool
Instant 3D Captures
Oneshot Turns One Photo Into a Shareable, Editable 3D Model
Macro Smartphone Lenses
Moment Launches New and Improved Macro Lenses for Smartphones
Wireless Camera Lens Controllers
The TAMRON-LINK™ TL-01 Works with Compatible Lenses
AI Photo Enhancers
Filtr Lets You Capture Stunning Photos With Real-Time AI Effects
Grid Photography Tools
Griddr. Helps You Capture Better Photos with Customizable Grids and Tips
AI Dating Photo Generators
RizzShot Turns Selfies Into Swipe-Worthy Studio-Quality Dating Photos
Remote Camera Controls
Gamerasnap Enables Remote iPhone Camera Control Via Garmin Watch
Location Tagging Cameras
GeoClick Adds GPS Location Tags To Photos Instantly And Accurately
AI Image Enhancers
ProMediafy Turns Product Photos Into Studio-Quality Marketing Assets
Smartphone Telescope Devices
The Hestia Smartphone Telescope Pairs with a Compact Optical Module
Creative Imaging Tools
Pic 2 Planet Turns Everyday Photos Into Lifelike Planet Creations
Pebble-Shaped Vlogging Cameras
The kyu Camera Captures Nine-Second Videos
Ergonomic Solo Shooting Cameras
Semin Park and Seona Jeong Design the CLIPS camera
Search-Enhancing Drawing Tools
Google's New Lens Feature Allows for Easy Highlighting
Minimalist Phone Widgets
Smile App Launcher Turns Your iPhone Into a Distraction-Free Device
Visual Timelapse Apps
SelfieStory Creates Seamless Timelapse Memories From Daily Photos
Celestial Photography Tools
Star Identification Camera Captures and Identifies Stars with Ease
Mobile Magnification Tools
Macroscope 2 Turns iPhones Into A Powerful Microscope For Imaging
AI-Powered Facial Touch-Ups
Google Rolls Out a Photos Touch-Up Feature for Easy Image Tweaks
Camera and Lens Announcements
Canon Unveiled New Cameras and Lens announcements
Aftermarket Photography Streaming Devices
The EZCast CamCast Turns Phones into Camera Monitors
Pocket Writing Accessories
The iKKO MindOne Snap-In Case Turns a Card-Sized Phone into a Writer
Mobile Editing Tools
Mattebox Brings Film-Inspired Photo And Video Editing To iPhone And iPad
Mobile Screenshot Enhancers
Island Snap Adds Dynamic Island Effects to iPhone Screenshots Easily
Creator Camera Controls
HotShoe Puts Full Camera Control At Your Fingertips For Content Creation