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. ๐๐ฌ
Well, cโmon then โ letโs get you kitted out proper job with ShiftCam’s LensUltra range. Whether youโre filming sweaty mosh pits, glistening sunsets at Glasto, or a spider eating its lunch (we donโt judge), there’s a lens here with your name on it.
Time to zoom in! ๐๐ฑ๐ฅ
๐ค WHAT IS LENSULTRA?
LensUltra is ShiftCamโs premium line of clip-on lenses for your smartphone. But weโre not talking basic fisheye filters from the bargain bin at Argos โ weโre talking precision-engineered glass, the kind that could make a potato camera look like itโs shooting on RED.
These bad boys snap onto your phone via the ShiftCam mount (or ProGrip system), and instantly unlock creative looks youโd normally need a DSLR and a six-figure Netflix deal to get. ๐ฅ๐ผ
๐ท SHIFT ON A BUDGET? HEREโS HOW MUCH THEY COST (IN ยฃ)
Each LensUltra optic is priced around the ยฃ105โยฃ137 mark, depending on the flavour of visual madness youโre after.
Letโs break down each one with a rockstar-style intro:
๐ธ 16mm Wide-Angle Lens
Price: ~ยฃ105
๐ท โMore stage. More crowd. More chaos.โ
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 ainโt long enough.
- Crisp edge-to-edge sharpness
- Zero fisheye distortion
- Great for cityscapes, architecture, and showing off your mates at the pub
๐ค 60mm Telephoto Lens
Price: ~ยฃ105
๐ท โZoom with soul.โ
ShiftCamโs 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.
- 2ร optical zoom
- Smooth background blur
- The one youโll fall in love with
๐ธ 75mm LongโRange Macro Lens
Price: ~ยฃ105
๐ท โSee the tiny things. Like, really tiny.โ
Get up close and personal with petals, paint textures, glitter, insects, or the crust of a festival burger. This oneโs made for the details.
- 10ร optical magnification
- Comfy 10cm working distance
- Wildly sharp (but some phones may already do this well)
๐ฌ 10ร Micro Lens
Price: ~ยฃ105
๐ท โFor ants, by humans.โ
This is your mad scientist lens. Extreme close-ups. Every hair, pore, or fabric thread is yours to capture. Honestly, itโs addictive.
- Point-blank focus
- Crazy magnification
- Not for the faint of eye
๐ 200ยฐ Fisheye Lens
Price: ~ยฃ105
๐ท โMake it weird. Make it wide.โ
Warp your world in the most delightful way. This lens gives you a bulbous, 200ยฐ view thatโs made for creative chaos, crowd shots, or trippy visuals.
- Ultra-wide circular distortion
- Great for skate, dance, and gig filming
- Party in lens form
๐๏ธ 1.33ร Anamorphic Lens
Price: ~ยฃ121
๐ท โShoot your life in widescreen.โ
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
๐ฟ 1.55ร Anamorphic Lens
Price: ~ยฃ137
๐ท โEven wider. Even dreamier.โ
Like the 1.33ร 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
๐ 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 | ~ยฃ210 |
| Macro Kit | 75mm + 10ร | ~ยฃ330 |
| Videography Kit | 1.33ร + Fisheye or Telephoto | ~ยฃ210 |
| Full Kit | All 7 lenses + filters + case ๐ | ~ยฃ890 |
All available at ShiftCam.com
๐งช TESTED IN THE WILD โ REAL TALK
Weโve seen these lenses survive Glastonbury mud, mosh pits at Download, and being dropped in a pub urinal (donโt ask). Hereโs what the fans and pros are saying:
๐ค โThat 60mm lens made my iPhone look like a Canon 5D at a gig. Legit!โ โ @gigpixgal
๐งช โMacro lens helped me photograph glitter up someoneโs nostril. No regrets.โ โ Anonymous TikToker
๐ฌ โUsed the anamorphic for a short horror film โ people thought I shot on RED.โ โ Indie Filmmaker Dude
๐ง SOโฆ WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU GET?
| You’re Into… | Get This Lens |
|---|---|
| Portraits | 60mm Telephoto |
| Crowd scenes | 16mm Wide |
| Nature/Textures | 75mm Macro or 10ร Micro |
| Artistic chaos | 200ยฐ Fisheye |
| Short films | 1.33ร or 1.55ร Anamorphic |
| Giggles & flares | 1.33ร Anamorphic |
๐จ RANT WARNING: WHY ARE THESE LENSES SO DAMN GOOD?
Because ShiftCam doesnโt mess around. These arenโt โclip-on plasticy tatโ lenses โ 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. ๐คช
๐ฆ WHERE TO BUY
- ๐ป ShiftCam Official Store
- ๐ Amazon (occasionally with bundles)
- ๐งโ๐ค Apple Store (limited selection)
- ๐ฆ BH Photo Video (ships to UK)
๐ WRAPPING UP โ 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 youโre documenting sweaty gigs, crafting TikToks, or shooting your band’s next video โ ShiftCam’s got the glass to make it all look chefโs kiss ๐ท๐ฅ
๐ง SHIFT INTO PRO MODE.
๐ฑ Donโt just shoot like a pro โ look like one too.
๐ Get lensโd up, and weโll see you in the edit suite.
Diolch for reading, legends ๐ค
โ The Riff Report Team
@theriffreportuk









