Many smartphones now include two, three, or even four lenses — and each serves a different purpose. Knowing which lens to use helps you get sharper photos with less distortion or cropping.
Common Lens Types
- Wide (Standard): Your phone’s main lens. Balanced for most scenes.
- Ultra-Wide: Captures more of the scene. Great for landscapes or architecture.
- Telephoto: Provides optical zoom without quality loss. Good for portraits or distant subjects.
- Macro: Designed for close-up shots of tiny objects.
- Depth Sensor: Helps with portrait blur or augmented reality, but doesn't capture its own photos.
When to Use Each Lens
- Ultra-Wide: Group shots, tight interiors, dramatic landscapes
- Telephoto: Portraits, wildlife, events
- Macro: Flowers, insects, texture details
Tips
- Avoid digital zoom when possible — switch lenses instead
- Try the same scene with different lenses for creative variation
- Use Pro Mode to fine-tune results on your preferred lens