1. Get a cheap $1 laser pointer from the dollar store or online and disassemble it. It'll look something like this when its disassembled:
(This image is from online since I can't find my laser pointer anymore)
2. In between the first and third segment there should be a lens that focuses the laser. This can be in different place depending on your model but you'll know it when you see it. Eventually you'll find a lens that looks like the one below.
3. Attach it to your iPhone using a small piece of tape stuck around its edge. It should be small enough that it doesn't interfere with the view of the iPhone.
4.Take amazing macro shots! Note that the depth of field is extremely narrow and you'll have to be less than an inch away from your subject. Though you can get some pretty amazing shots like below. More on my Instagram (@ZiggyMo).
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I just wanted to thank you for this idea...It is awesome!
ReplyDeleteNo problem! Glad you liked it!
DeleteNot as cheap as your idea, but a bit more robust: http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-an-iPhone-4-or-4S-slide-on-macro-lens/
ReplyDeleteNice, I saw this previously as well. It's definitely a lot more robust and I may consider making it too! Though for now, being a college student I opted for 'ridiculously cheap' ;)
DeleteEverything is just a black blur when I try this on my HTC Thunderbolt :(
ReplyDeleteNevermind, I had to get closer and get a lot more light! Works great noe!
DeleteCool! Glad you got it working! If you post your pics up anywhere I'd love to see the result!
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