So you’ve got the ProGrip. You’re feeling like Scorsese with a phone. Your thumb’s caressing that Bluetooth shutter like it’s the trigger to unleash cinematic glory…
But something’s missing. That extra snap. That oomph. That lens flare that makes your TikTok feel like Blade Runner 2049. 🌈🎬
Well, c’mon then – let’s get you kitted out proper job with ShiftCam’s LensUltra range. Whether you’re filming sweaty mosh pits, glistening sunsets at Glasto, or a spider eating its lunch (we don’t judge), there’s a lens here with your name on it.
Time to zoom in! 🔍📱🔥
🤘 WHAT IS LENSULTRA?
LensUltra is ShiftCam’s premium line of clip-on lenses for your smartphone. But we’re not talking basic fisheye filters from the bargain bin at Argos – we’re talking precision-engineered glass, the kind that could make a potato camera look like it’s shooting on RED.
These bad boys snap onto your phone via the ShiftCam mount (or ProGrip system), and instantly unlock creative looks you’d normally need a DSLR and a six-figure Netflix deal to get. 🎥💼
💷 SHIFT ON A BUDGET? HERE’S HOW MUCH THEY COST (IN £)
Each LensUltra optic is priced around the £105–£137 mark, depending on the flavour of visual madness you’re after.
Let’s break down each one with a rockstar-style intro:
🎸 16mm Wide-Angle Lens
Price: ~£105
📷 “More stage. More crowd. More chaos.”
Widen your world without warping it like a funhouse mirror. This is the lens for epic festival crowd shots, street photography, and tight interior spaces when your arms ain’t long enough.
- Crisp edge-to-edge sharpness
- Zero fisheye distortion
- Great for cityscapes, architecture, and showing off your mates at the pub
🎤 60mm Telephoto Lens
Price: ~£105
📷 “Zoom with soul.”
ShiftCam’s most characterful lens. Perfect for portraits, gigs, and sneaky band shots from the back of the crowd. Soft bokeh, warm vibes, and a look that screams indie film festival darling.
- 2× optical zoom
- Smooth background blur
- The one you’ll fall in love with
🌸 75mm Long‑Range Macro Lens
Price: ~£105
📷 “See the tiny things. Like, really tiny.”
Get up close and personal with petals, paint textures, glitter, insects, or the crust of a festival burger. This one’s made for the details.
- 10× optical magnification
- Comfy 10cm working distance
- Wildly sharp (but some phones may already do this well)
🔬 10× Micro Lens
Price: ~£105
📷 “For ants, by humans.”
This is your mad scientist lens. Extreme close-ups. Every hair, pore, or fabric thread is yours to capture. Honestly, it’s addictive.
- Point-blank focus
- Crazy magnification
- Not for the faint of eye
🌀 200° Fisheye Lens
Price: ~£105
📷 “Make it weird. Make it wide.”
Warp your world in the most delightful way. This lens gives you a bulbous, 200° view that’s made for creative chaos, crowd shots, or trippy visuals.
- Ultra-wide circular distortion
- Great for skate, dance, and gig filming
- Party in lens form
🎞️ 1.33× Anamorphic Lens
Price: ~£121
📷 “Shoot your life in widescreen.”
Your Insta Stories just became cinema. This lens gives you those classic lens flares, a dreamy bokeh, and that 21:9 movie theatre aspect ratio. Popcorn sold separately.
- Iconic oval flares
- Horizontal lens squeeze
- Film-grade look on your phone
🍿 1.55× Anamorphic Lens
Price: ~£137
📷 “Even wider. Even dreamier.”
Like the 1.33× but turned up to 11. Deeper flares, more cinematic width, and a shallow focus that turns your dog in the park into a Hollywood lead.
- For the serious filmmaker
- Paired best with ProGrip + mic
- Go big or go home
🎁 BUNDLE UP, BUTT!
Want more than one lens? ShiftCam offers bundles that save you a few quid and come in sexy zip-up cases. Diolch!
| Kit Name | Includes | Price (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Photography Kit | 16mm + 60mm | ~£210 |
| Macro Kit | 75mm + 10× | ~£330 |
| Videography Kit | 1.33× + Fisheye or Telephoto | ~£210 |
| Full Kit | All 7 lenses + filters + case 🎒 | ~£890 |
All available at ShiftCam.com
🧪 TESTED IN THE WILD – REAL TALK
We’ve seen these lenses survive Glastonbury mud, mosh pits at Download, and being dropped in a pub urinal (don’t ask). Here’s what the fans and pros are saying:
🎤 “That 60mm lens made my iPhone look like a Canon 5D at a gig. Legit!” – @gigpixgal
🧪 “Macro lens helped me photograph glitter up someone’s nostril. No regrets.” – Anonymous TikToker
🎬 “Used the anamorphic for a short horror film – people thought I shot on RED.” – Indie Filmmaker Dude
🧠 SO… WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU GET?
| You’re Into… | Get This Lens |
|---|---|
| Portraits | 60mm Telephoto |
| Crowd scenes | 16mm Wide |
| Nature/Textures | 75mm Macro or 10× Micro |
| Artistic chaos | 200° Fisheye |
| Short films | 1.33× or 1.55× Anamorphic |
| Giggles & flares | 1.33× Anamorphic |
🚨 RANT WARNING: WHY ARE THESE LENSES SO DAMN GOOD?
Because ShiftCam doesn’t mess around. These aren’t “clip-on plasticy tat” lenses – they use multi-element glass, aerospace-grade aluminium, and proprietary coatings.
They feel like lenses. They look like lenses. And they give your phone the chance to do things Tim Cook never intended. 🤪
📦 WHERE TO BUY
- 💻 ShiftCam Official Store
- 🛒 Amazon (occasionally with bundles)
- 🧑🎤 Apple Store (limited selection)
- 📦 BH Photo Video (ships to UK)
🎉 WRAPPING UP – FINAL RIFF
If your phone’s your creative partner, treat it like a rockstar. These ShiftCam lenses unlock wild new ways to shoot, film, vlog, and flex your creative chops. No more digital zoom shame or blurry crowd shots.
Whether you’re documenting sweaty gigs, crafting TikToks, or shooting your band’s next video – ShiftCam’s got the glass to make it all look chef’s kiss 🍷🎥
🎧 SHIFT INTO PRO MODE.
📱 Don’t just shoot like a pro — look like one too.
🚀 Get lens’d up, and we’ll see you in the edit suite.
Diolch for reading, legends 🤘
– The Riff Report Team
@theriffreportuk
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene special—from legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether he’s battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, he’s always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When he’s not writing or interviewing artists, you’ll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than music—they’re about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. That’s exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. Always chasing the next great riff. 🤘
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