The view between wide and far away
A 1.7× optical perspective for natural portraits, cleaner compositions and details that would otherwise disappear into the frame.
See the differenceNine real-world comparisons
Drag across each scene to see how 1.7× optical reach simplifies the background and gives the subject more presence.
See the difference in motion
Five paired scenes show what 1.7× changes before any digital crop: framing becomes more intentional and attention moves naturally toward the subject.
Optical reach, not a digital crop
The lens changes the view before it reaches the phone sensor. Faces feel more natural, distant elements gain importance and distracting edges leave the composition.
Built into the shooting rhythm
The secure 17mm thread keeps the optical path aligned with the phone’s 1× main camera. When the lens comes off, the magnetic front and rear caps connect together so they stay paired between shots.
Coated for contrast
Multi-layer optical coating helps control glare and preserve contrast, while the durable metal body is built for repeated mounting, travel and everyday production.
Choose your level of control
Start with the lens, or add the filters that shape motion, reflections and atmosphere.
Includes the 1.7× Telephoto Lens for compatible 17mm threaded smartphone setups.
$129.99 USD Shop LensAdds the slide-on VND1–5/CPL and Glow Mist 1/4 filters for exposure, reflections and softer highlights.
$179.99 USD Shop Lens + FiltersFrom camera to carry
Magnetic caps make protection quick between takes, while the included brown Travel Lens Protector keeps the lens secure, organized and ready for the next location.
Technical details
Questions, answered
Use the phone’s 1× main camera. The lens is designed around that camera’s optical specifications; other built-in cameras may not deliver the intended result.
A smartphone case or camera cage with a standard 17mm threaded lens mount is required. You can use a compatible Freewell smartphone case, Freewell Genius Rig or a third-party case or cage with a 17mm threaded mount.
It is optical magnification created in front of the phone’s main camera. This changes the framing before any optional digital crop is applied.
It is especially useful for portraits, interviews, street photography, travel, wildlife and distant details where a tighter, more focused composition is desirable.
The tighter perspective can create more natural subject separation. The final look depends on subject distance, background distance, lighting and the phone’s focusing behavior.
It adds Freewell’s slide-on VND1–5/CPL and Glow Mist 1/4 filters for exposure control, reflection reduction and cinematic diffusion.
No. A compatible smartphone case or camera cage with a standard 17mm threaded lens mount is purchased separately. Freewell and third-party 17mm threaded options can both be used.
Yes. The brown Travel Lens Protector shown in the photos and video is included with the lens, so it is ready to store and carry safely.
Freewell 1.7× Telephoto Lens
For portraits, stories and details that deserve more of the frame.
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