Moment58mm Tele Lens (M-Series)

DISCLAIMER:Photos provided are edited to improve color accuracy and depth of field, as well as sharpness, exposure, etc.THIS IS A GREAT LENS, when used for what it’s meant for. The shorter telephoto focal length (58mm equivalent) leaves some things to be desired (and I’ll get to that), but otherwise, it’s a great lens that takes sharp, accurate, and quality photos. In my specialty, automotive photography, longer focal lengths (telephoto lenses) make cars look less distorted (front end doesn’t look massive compared to the rest of the car, as in a wide lens), and the car looks more heroic. Generally, the longest focal length in car photography that remains practical is around 200mm, and after that, you need a massive space in order to make the most of longer focal lengths (such as 600mm).Here’s what’s left to be desired:I would love to have a lens that comes in at around 120mm. It would greatly improve my capabilities and allow me to get much more creative with different settings.Here’s the issue, Moment customer support has told me that they’ve been trying for years, but with longer focal lengths, it gets difficult because of how the lens is on top of another lens, as opposed to a sensor (as in DSLR’s). As a result, they’ve been trying to fix issues like pincushion distortion (the image is warped inward, if you took a picture of a square, it would look like the shape of a cushion), and chromatic aberration (remember the 3D movies with red and blue “shadows”? Kinda like that, but no 3D effect). In essence, it’s not a clear image. Cheaper lenses for phones, at that focal length, always have this issue. So basically, they’ve been working at it for years, but have been unable to figure it out.So here’s the bottom line:It’s an amazing lens, the best, long focal length lens that anybody is capable of producing right now, and I’d definitely recommend it for anyone looking to get into photography. In car photography, it’d be nice to have longer focal lengths, but this is the best out there right now. I recommend it.

I have all of the Moment lenses including this one. I’ve purchased this one three times because I love it so much and to check for consistency in quality. I thought “if I order another, could I possibly get a better one”. It’s one of those lenses that having just one isn’t enough. Crazy I know, but I have a perfect one now! the other two are close with some softness in the extreme corners on one and barely soft on the other. But my “perfect 58mm” it’s sharp every where and doesn’t have any chromatic aberration (color fringe).Overall what I’ve noticed is the 58mm is very consistent in quality. I highly recommended it!!! I use mine on my 11 pro Max. I’ll plan on keeping the 11 pro Max and get the iPhone 12 max. That way I can still use the other 58mm on the 11 pro. I prefer longer lenses than wide, and that’s why I have several of the 58mm, it’s my favorite! Five stars on this lens! The bokeh is soft, but highlight bokeh (points of light etc.) seem to feel a little busy and not as smooth. This lens is so sharp, great for portraits.I often leave my favorite copy on my case throughout the day, swap it when I need to. Since the 1x camera has the largest and best sensor on the 11 pro / Max, I rarely use the stock 2x or .5x cameras on the iPhone, only the moment lenses. The 18mm & 14mm 170° are also fantastic. The only inconsistent thing I’ve noticed with moment lenses is that some are harder to twist / attach to the case. I received my macro lens recently and I could barely twist it on, it was tight!! One of the 58mm lenses was tighter than the other two. Other than that little issue, the 58mm is awesome! So if you are on the fence, hopefully my review and others posted here will help you decide. Enjoy.

We were thinking of buying another lens for our DSL camera but didn't want to spend that much money.We go to a lot of kids sports games and can't always sit close enough to get good photos on our phones.This is awesome, we get great pictures. Much better than before and can take it off when we are done.It is extremely well made and heavy duty.We have recommended this lens to the other parents at the baseball and basketball games.

It’s a little large and makes the phone feel top heavy. It seems like the lens might come off but I don’t think it actually would. Very easy to put on phone (with the moment case). Line up the lines and quarter twist. Did not seem like it would break or crack as others have said. Wouldn’t be able to use past dusk. The picture is clear and literally doubles my iPhone 8 capability. It’s a little high priced but I don’t want to take a camera on trips. I think this will work great and it looks like this is the best out there.

Moment lens are excellent quality and worth the investment. Works in sync with its aesthetically beautiful iPhone Xr case.Can use it easily on a Smooth4 Gimble, just get the counter weight, nicely priced.Unlike flimsy clip on lenses for cheaper prices, these are secure and sharp. You’ll fall in love with all moment lenses as soon as you make the leap so be ready to give Moment all your money ;)Watch Moment’s YouTube clips to see for yourself if you want more in depth examples of what you are getting.Even if I upgrade to an iPhone 11 Pro next, I can keep my Xr as a second video camera for some video projects.Added some pictures to compare the focal length of 58 mm vs without lens. Apologize for the boring Photos, but too excited to share. Promise I’m going to make some creative work with it.

circular opening in case for phone where lens mounts difficult to attach and broke after only a few months . photos not that much better with lens

Liked the picture quality and the mounting. Mounting was easy, solid, and always gate a good framing of the image, unlike other clip-on lenses. Worked much better than less expensive clip-on time that claimed iPhone compatibility but gave poor image framing and and quality. These are lasted one try shot and are in the dust bin now. Would like to have 4x or 6x before iPhone internal zooming for the same price.