NEEWER 45X Mini Pocket Microscope Lens with 17mm Thread Phone Lens Clip, 2 Brightness LED Light, Microscopic World Observation, USB C Cable, Compatible with iPhone Samsung, LS-32 PRO

Amazing lens, very fun to use!

I ordered this not really having high expectations. I have never been impressed with third third-party lens option for the iPhone. This Neewer lens not only performed well but it caused me to change my opinion on third-party lens options for the phone. I would recommend that you consider a case for your phone with a 17mm lens option. The clip is good for those who do not want to have a dedicated case or are looking for a quick option but the clip can be difficult to align perfectly between the phone's lens and the adapter. If not aligned properly you will not get optimal performance from your lens which is why I recommend a dedicated 17mm thread case. That said, the lens itself is impressive. I am not certain the Microscope image is something I will use often but the quality of the image caused me to go out and get a case (as mentioned) and I bought both a wide angle and the 18mm Probe lens from Neewer. Both of these lens options provide images that I can not acquire with my larger mirrorless camera. I do some product photography and these additional lens options open up a lot of creative opportunities. While I am not convinced I will use this microscope lens frequently, it did produce a very clear image and worked as expected once I mounted it to a case with a 17mm thread. The on-lens light is a necessity so make certain it is charged and you do need to push the lens right up against the object you are capturing. This can provide a bit of a challenge with items that are not perfectly flat (see leaf video above).

Amazing photos with an iPhone!!! Only issue is there is no distance between the subject and the lens. You can only photograph flat objects that you can place the lens on top of. But the photos are way better then I was expecting

You will need to know what exactly you want to take a photo of, the mode you are using, and the magnification level you are looking for. I was using a Galaxy S24 which has three lenses. If you use portrait mode, you won’t get the same level of magnification as in photo mode. Using the zoom function on the screen of the phone you can switch between lenses on the phone and will have to adjust the device to the next lens. Go deeper with the magnification and you will have to move the device again. It is easy enough to switch to the next level. I open the clamp as wide as I can until I see the pinhole light in the phone screen. I lower the device to the lens making sure to keep the light in the center until it closes. There is no manual focus, you will have to move the phone closer, or further away to get the item in focus. Using the third lens at high focus it was hard to find the subject as it magnifies so much! I used a $20 bill and focused on the name Jackson under the portrait. You can see the different levels of magnification as I switch between lenses. Larger view is with standard camera lens. The name Jackson is under the portrait. The next two are of the J and the A in the fullest zoom mode and the third lens on my camera. It was zoomed in so far, I could only get parts of each letter in the frame, bottom of J and middle of A. The next is the middle zoom with the middle lens on the camera. I zoomed in as far as this mode allowed and could not quite get the full name in the frame. The next is using the first lens on the camera and zooming in. At the full zoom I was able to get a few more letters of the name in the frame. The last one with the circle effect is using the first top lens on the camera with no zoom. I was able to get the full name in at that level. And I did have to remove my phone cover to use this device. You can tell when you exceed the zoom capacity for each lens as the screen will go black. If you were zooming in and your screen goes black switch to your next lens. At least for my camera that is how it worked.

Having something like this on your phone is super handy as it’s very compact. It does just clip over the camera of your phone. But it does have a hard time kind of like like lining up or I’m not sure I would consider it but it does have a little bit of an issue to where it’s a little bit. The image quality in the clarity is good once you get it set and go, but it was really at a hard time in the beginning overall it’s decent quality very magnifying.

I have a job that requires me to inspect print quality closely, and after using the NEEWER 45X Mini Pocket Microscope Lens, I’m very impressed with how well it helps me examine details. The "zero-distance shoot" is incredibly useful as it allows me to lay the lens flat on the object, making it easy to focus without any guesswork. For example, I was able to clearly see the tiny print on a California driver’s license, which would have been difficult with other tools. The 45x magnification is a bit strong for some, and it doesn't have an adjustable focus, so it’s not as versatile as other devices, but for my specific use, it works perfectly for inspecting fine print and other detailed tasks. The lens is designed to be attached to your phone’s main camera, and it’s incredibly easy to use—there’s no app required. The lens clips securely onto my phone, and the LED light that comes with it has two brightness levels, which helps when I’m working in low-light conditions. It’s great for close-up macro photography, and the 17mm thread ensures a stable attachment to the phone. The lens captures clear, high-quality images thanks to its premium optical glass. It even works well on a variety of surfaces, from plants to coins to fabric, and it’s compact enough to take anywhere. Another thing I like is the LED light's USB-C charging, which makes it easy to recharge and use. The battery lasts a good amount of time, and I can easily adjust the brightness for different tasks. Overall, this is a fantastic tool for anyone needing to inspect small details closely, and it works great for both professional and personal use.

I have a couple other Neewer lenses for my phone and this seemed like it’d be an interested and fun addition to my phone photography kit. While the zoom and portrait lenses I also have worked quite well, this microscope lens is a dud for me. No matter what I doing I can’t get an in-focus image, whether the light is on, off, messing around with camera settings, it’s always blurry to the point it’s unusable. It’s a shame too, because the built-in lights are a really nice feature and it came with a really cute tiny lens storage pouch. I do like how Neewer always includes thoughtful accessories, and in this case, even the clip needed to mount the lens to your phone. I’m not sure if I got a defective lens but I just couldn’t get it to function properly and found it to be disappointing overall.

I'm always up for trying anything photography-related, especially when it comes to mobile macro photography. I already own a few macro lenses from well-known brands, plus a microscope attachment claiming 200x magnification, but that one didn’t live up to the hype. I was hoping to capture those intricate textures and details that are invisible to the naked eye, so it was a letdown. When I spotted this microscope lens from Neewer, a brand I trust for camera accessories, I had to try it—even if it’s not a 200x magnification, as long as it delivers sharp images, I'm happy. And honestly, this little device has been great! It clips onto your smartphone easily, instantly turning it into a powerful little microscope. The build is sturdy and compact, perfect for on-the-go shots. You do have to place it flat against the subject since it’s a zero-distance lens, but the resulting images are super sharp and detailed. I’ve used it on fabric textures, leaves, and even tiny insects, each shot revealing a hidden world of detail. The LED ring light with two brightness settings is a nice touch, making a big difference in low light, and the USB-C charging means I don’t worry about it dying mid-session. I used it on my iPhone 13 Pro without a case, and the clip held it perfectly thanks to the adjustable screw. This feature keeps it securely in place, which is a relief since my other lenses tend to shift and need realigning. I also tried it with a case, and it works fine but created a vignette around the image. Overall, it’s a solid choice for both iPhones and Androids, and I think it’s perfect for anyone – from curious kids to adults – who wants to explore a bit of the microscopic world.

Works great. Gives new options to work with. Added a few pictures. One is a macro shot from the Neewer case box test. And one from my mouse/desk mat.

Love this thing. Super handy for checking plant maturity and pest identification.