Introduction
The APEXEL 10X Tele-Macro Pro Dual Lens is a versatile 2-in-1 accessory designed to enhance your smartphone photography. It combines a 10X telephoto lens for capturing distant subjects with a 10X macro lens for detailed close-up shots. This lightweight and portable lens is compatible with a wide range of smartphones, including most iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models, offering superior optical clarity and sharpness for high-quality images.
Video Description: This promotional video showcases the APEXEL 10X Tele-Macro Pro Dual Lens in action, demonstrating its capabilities for both telephoto and macro photography across various scenarios like landscapes, concerts, and intricate close-ups of nature. It highlights the seamless switching between modes and the optical quality.
What's in the Box
Your APEXEL 10X Tele-Macro Pro Dual Lens package includes the following items:
- APEXEL 10X Telephoto Lens
- APEXEL Macro Lens (attached to the telephoto lens)
- Universal Phone Clamp
- 30-37mm Step-Up Ring
- 17mm Eyecup
- Cleaning Cloth
- Portable Fabric Storage Bag
- User Manual
Image Description: An overview of all items included in the APEXEL 10X Tele-Macro Pro Dual Lens kit, neatly arranged on a blue background. It shows the telephoto lens, macro lens, phone clamp, adapter rings, eyecup, cleaning cloth, storage bag, and user manual.
Video Description: An unboxing video for the APEXEL 10X Tele-Macro Pro Dual Lens, showing the contents of the package and how each component is presented.
Setup and Installation
1. Identify Your Phone's Main Camera
Before attaching the lens, it is crucial to identify the main camera lens on your smartphone. Open your phone's camera app in 1X shooting mode. Use your finger to block each rear camera lens one by one. The lens that causes the screen to go black or show a blocked view is your main camera.
Video Description: This video provides a step-by-step guide on how to install and use the APEXEL 10X Tele-Macro Pro Dual Lens, including identifying the main camera and attaching the clamp and lens.
2. Disable Macro Control (for iOS and Android)
To prevent focusing issues or a black screen caused by automatic lens switching, ensure your phone's macro control setting is disabled. This is particularly important for newer iPhone and Samsung Galaxy models.
For iOS (iPhone 13 Pro/Pro Max, 14 Pro/Pro Max, 15 Pro/Pro Max, 16 Pro/Pro Max, 17 Pro/Pro Max):
- Go to Settings > Camera > Macro Control, and turn the Macro Control setting OFF.
- When the camera app is open, tap the "macro icon" (usually a flower icon) to disable macro mode if it appears.
- Once macro mode is off, you can proceed with shooting.
Image Description: A visual guide showing the steps to disable Macro Control in iOS camera settings, illustrating the menu navigation and the macro icon in the camera app.
For Samsung Galaxy (S25 Ultra, S24 Ultra, S23 Ultra, S22 Ultra, S22/S21, Z Fold 5/Z Flip 5):
- Open the camera app and tap the close-up focus enhancement icon. When illuminated yellow, it is activated.
- Tap it again to turn it off.
Image Description: A visual guide demonstrating how to disable the close-up focus enhancement feature in the Samsung Galaxy camera app to prevent automatic macro mode activation.
3. Attaching the Lens
The APEXEL 10X Tele-Macro Pro Dual Lens can be attached using either the universal clip or a dedicated phone case (available for specific models).
Using the Universal Clip (6 Steps):
- Place the lens clip onto your phone, ensuring it is horizontal and flush without light leakage.
- Align the clip's opening with your phone's main camera lens.
- Tighten the locking screw on the clip for rock-solid stability.
- Align and screw the telephoto lens (with macro lens attached) into the clip.
- If using additional filters, align and screw in the adapter ring first, then the filter.
Image Description: A six-step visual guide illustrating the quick installation process of the APEXEL lens using the universal clip, from attaching the clip to screwing in the lens and optional adapter ring.
Using a Dedicated Phone Case (for iPhone 15-17 series & Samsung S25 Ultra):
- Install a phone case that matches your phone model.
- Screw the lens clockwise into the corresponding hole for the main camera on the case.
Operating Instructions
1. Telephoto Lens Usage
The 10X telephoto lens allows you to bring distant subjects closer with enhanced clarity. The optimal focusing distance for telephoto mode is 39.37 inches (1 meter) to infinity. Use the focusing ring on the lens to adjust for sharpness.
Image Description: A split image demonstrating the effect of the 10X telephoto lens. The left side shows a wide view of a bird in a tree, while the right side shows a magnified, clear image of the bird captured with the telephoto lens.
2. Macro Lens Usage
To use the 10X macro lens, simply unscrew the telephoto lens from the main body to reveal the macro lens underneath. This allows for extreme close-up photography, focusing as close as 7.87-9.45 inches (20-24 cm) to capture intricate details of small objects like insects or flower petals.
Image Description: A split image demonstrating the effect of the 10X macro lens. The left side shows a normal view of a flower, while the right side shows a highly magnified, detailed image of the flower's center captured with the macro lens.
3. Seamless Switching
The lens design allows for a seamless switch between 10X telephoto and 10X macro modes by simply attaching or detaching the telephoto component.
Image Description: An image illustrating the dual functionality of the lens, showing how it can be used for both 10X telephoto (long-distance focus) and 10X macro (close-up focus) by adjusting the lens components.
4. Using the 17mm Eyecup
The included 17mm eyecup can be attached to the lens eyepiece, transforming the telephoto lens into a monocular for observation without your phone.
Important Notes and Warnings
- After lens connection, the default preview may show a black circle. Zoom in 2X or more until the black circle vanishes for a full view.
- Warning: The lens must be installed over the main rear camera of your phone. Installation over the ultra-wide, telephoto, or front-facing camera will cause dark edges, blurring, no effect, and will render the lens unusable.
Image Description: A visual explanation of how the camera view might appear with a black circle after attaching the lens and how to resolve it by zooming in to 2X or more.
Image Description: A warning graphic showing various iPhone models and highlighting the correct main rear camera to attach the lens to, emphasizing that incorrect placement will lead to poor results.
Image Description: A warning graphic showing various Samsung Galaxy models and highlighting the correct main rear camera to attach the lens to, emphasizing that incorrect placement will lead to poor results.
Specifications
| Product Dimensions | 3.9 x 7.3 x 7.3 inches |
| Item Weight | 11.7 ounces |
| Brand | APEXEL |
| Focal Length Description | 30cm~∞ |
| Lens Type | Telephoto |
| Camera Lens Description | APEXEL 10X Telephoto Lens & 150mm Macro Lens |
| Optical Structure | 9 groups of 12 elements, 1 piece ED Lens |
| Coating | Full-surface broadband multi-layer coating + Silver reflective prism coating |
Warranty and Support
APEXEL products are designed for quality and performance. For warranty information, please refer to the documentation included in your product packaging or visit the official APEXEL website. For technical support or inquiries, please contact APEXEL customer service through their official channels.
Optional protection plans are available for purchase to extend coverage beyond the standard warranty period. Please check the product listing or contact your retailer for details on 2-Year, 3-Year, or Complete Protect plans.
