# Microscope Smartphone Lenses The Kokan iPhone Add-On Allows for Up to 16X Zoom By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2012-12-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microscope-smartphone References: [damngeeky](http://www.damngeeky.com/2012/11/29/7330/macro-lens-for-your-iphone-5-can-shoot-extreme-close-ups.html) & [kokan-lens.zcat.biz](http://kokan-lens.zcat.biz/) If you've ever wished you could take a closer look at the bacteria in your surroundings then the Kokan microscope [smartphone lens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shiftcam-lensultra-explorer-series) is for you. Created as an add-on for the [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macroscope-2), the Kokan lens allows for up to 16X zoom while only adding a small amount of weight onto the device as a whole. The Kokan can be turned into a [macro lens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-modular-optical-system) with the simple removal of one portion of the lens. The device is perfect for those that want to add a micro or macro effect to their photo taking without investing in expensive lens for their DSLR or other digital camera. With a price tag of about $67, the Kokan lens is a surefire choice for the budding shutterbug. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smartphone Camera Lenses:** The trend of creating add-on lenses for smartphones is disrupting the traditional camera industry, offering affordable and portable photography solutions. - **Microscopic Smartphone Lenses:** The trend of creating smartphone lenses that allow for microscopic viewing is disrupting the science and research industry, making it easier and more accessible to observe microscopic elements. - **Affordable Macro Lenses:** The trend of creating affordable macro lenses is disrupting the photography industry, providing a cheaper alternative to traditional macro lenses that are usually only available for DSLRs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Technology:** The technology industry can benefit from the trend of creating smartphone lenses by incorporating them into their devices to enhance the user’s camera experience. - **Scientific Research:** The scientific research industry can utilize the trend of creating microscopic smartphone lenses to make it more accessible to observe microorganisms and elements in the lab. - **Photography:** The photography industry can take advantage of the trend of creating affordable macro lenses by producing their own versions or collaborating with lens manufacturers to provide cheaper alternatives for their customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile Magnification Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macroscope-2.md) - [Pro-Grade Macro Smartphone Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moment-75mm-macro-lens.md) - [Hyper-Zoom Smartphone Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandmarc-telephoto-tetraprism.md) - [Transformational Cell Phone Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cell-phone-tools.md) - [Pro-Grade Aftermarket Smartphone Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandmarc-telephoto-6x.md) - [Macro Smartphone Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moment-1.md) - [Magnetic Detachable Smartphone Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martvsen-magstack.md) - [Pro-Grade Smartphone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchlens.md) - [Elongated Smartphone Photography Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandmarc-probe-lens.md)