Moment Wide 18mm Lens for Android (Getting Started)

Introduction

I'm going to guide you through getting started with the Moment 18mm Wide Lens and how to achieve the best results using your Android device.

Moment

Wide 18mm Mobile Lens - T-Series

$150

The Moment Wide 18mm Lens is an attachable phone lens that captures more of every scene.

Its 18mm focal length is ideal for landscapes, architecture, group shots, interior photography, street scenes, and vlogging, giving each shot greater depth and a wider range.

Unlike typical ultra-wide phone lenses that produce distorted images, this lens delivers a beautifully broad yet natural perspective. Its expansive 100-degree field of view captures up to 2x more of your subject, all while maintaining edge-to-edge clarity in bright and low-light conditions over your phone’s ultra-wide lens.

Note: This lens requires a Moment Camera Case (purchased separately) with a T-Series or M-Series lens mount. T-Series is built for newer phones like the iPhone 14, while M-Series is ideal for older phones like the iPhone 13 and earlier.

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What You'll Need:

• Your mobile device; I'm using a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.
• A T-Series Moment case compatible with your phone.
• The 18mm Wide Mobile Lens.

The preferred way to mount your lens is by using a Moment case. If we don't have a case for your phone, we also offer a universal lens mount.

What's In the Box:

• The 18mm Wide Lens itself.
• A front and rear lens cap.
• A premium microfiber-lined lens pouch.
• A quick start guide.

It's all packaged cleanly with that classic Moment design.

Setup Guide:

Attaching the lens is simple. Take your Moment case and line up the lens bayonet with the camera cutout, then rotate clockwise until it locks into place.

Your lens is aligned correctly when the Moment logo is oriented on the right side of your device. Remember, this lens is designed to be used with the 1x camera.

On my Samsung S24 Ultra, the 1x camera is the middle one. The ultra-wide and telephoto lenses are located above and below, respectively. When attaching your lens, be sure not to over-tighten it. As you turn the lens clockwise, you'll feel it lock into place with a gentle halt. If you push the lens any further, you may cause damage.

Using the 18mm Wide Lens:

The 18mm Wide lens is perfect for landscapes, architecture, group shots, interior photography, street scenes, and vlogging. It provides a beautifully broad yet natural perspective, capturing more of every scene without distortion.

The 18mm Wide lens will work seamlessly with your Android camera app, but below are a few settings and software that may help you get better results.

Pro Mode for Advanced Users:

Want printable or wallpaper-worthy shots? Go into Pro Mode and enable RAW format for maximum editing flexibility.

How to Enable RAW on Samsung:

1. Open the camera app and tap the gear icon (top left).
2. Under Advanced Picture Options, turn on High Efficiency Pictures to save space.
3. Choose your preferred Pro Mode format: I recommend RAW + JPEG.

Note: Not all Android devices support RAW. Check with your phone manufacturer.

Set Your Resolution:

Bump up to 50 megapixels for the highest detail in RAW mode.

Adjust Your Aspect Ratio:

Use the 3:4 ratio to get the full width and detail your phone’s sensor can provide.

Editing Your Photos

After capturing your shot, I recommend editing in Snapseed, a free mobile app. It lets you:

• Edit RAW files
• Adjust white balance and exposure
• Add effects, all from your phone

Check out the video linked at the top of the page for quick visuals on how I edit.

Final Thoughts

So, now you're ready to get out there and capture some incredible images with the 18mm Wide Lens by Moment. Tag @moment on your photos, we’d love to see what you create. And if you have any other questions please email us at hello@shopmoment.com!