We’re living in a golden age of mobile photography. Also whatever the opposite of a golden age is for basically everything else. A global pandemic makes it tough to justify getting outside to shoot photos or videos, but most of the gear in the guide will up your shooting-video-at-home game. Alternatively, traveling light is always a good idea if you’re headed out to protest (just make sure you’re kitted out appropriately, and you know how to take protest photos responsibly.
All of our favorite Android phones and iPhones have outstanding cameras, but if you want to get some professional-grade photos and videos out of your phone, you might need to pick up a few things. Here is everything you need to turn your phone into a pro-grade powerhouse.
Be sure to check our guides to the best compact cameras and best instant cameras too.
Updated for June 2020: We’ve added a filter mount, a grip, and refreshed pricing.
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Photograph: Moment
A Pocket-Size Cinema Lens
Moment Anamorphic Lens
Your smartphone’s camera is already great, but its key shortcoming is the built-in—and very small—lens. A bigger lens means m