We have already assumed that cell phones have become the go-to camera for the majority of users. Among the many things this device has replaced are compact cameras, both analog and digital, that became popular at the end of the last century and the beginning of this one.
In recent years, the most advanced cell phone cameras include functions that are starting to approach professional, photographic and video cameras, such as being able to film in RAW mode, record in logarithmic format or allow various manual controls.
It has also become common to have multiple lenses on the same mobile phone, including some telephoto zooms that reach 10x, although The latest generation of mobile phones has focused on giving more importance to 5x optical magnification.. But there are ways to get much more zoomed-in photos.
A telescope on your mobile
One of the most notable projects on crowdfunding platforms in recent years is the Excope DT1, a camera designed for long-distance photography enthusiasts. Allows you to take photos with a super telephoto lens up to Optical magnification 200 use the smartphone as a viewfinder and to control the zoom system.
The Excope DT1 is designed to be easy to use and quite portable, considering the size of this type of lens. It weighs 1.32 pounds and It can be used easily by just pressing a button on the mobile screen
DT1 exception
Free Android
The grip has power and shutter buttons and overall weighs around 600 grams. Allows you to take photos up to 48 Mpx, with 200x optical magnification, which reaches that of amateur telescopes. Additionally, you can record 4K video and when connecting to the mobile via Wifi, it is not necessary to anchor it to the tripod.
It is possible to position the system in the direction of what you want to photograph and sit with the mobile phone in hand to control the recording or taking of images. It is compatible with HDR technology and has a 3000 mAh battery that allows use up to 2.5 hoursafter which you need to use the USB-C port to charge it.
Telescope camera for mobile
This device is currently launched on the Kickstarter platform with prices starting at $189. This price is 50% lower since the sale price once financing is reached will be $379, although there are other purchase options, a little more expensive, but with more accessories. Will ship worldwide in July of that same year.
