Neewer 40100305 Metal Telescopic Mobile Phone Holder

The Neewer 40100305 Metal Telescopic Mobile Phone Holder is an afocal adapter that positions your smartphone camera directly over a telescope, spotting scope, or microscope eyepiece for through-the-lens photography. Built from aluminum alloy rather than the plastic found in most budget mounts, it provides the rigidity needed to maintain precise camera-to-eyepiece alignment — critical for capturing sharp images of the Moon, planets, or distant wildlife. The clamp accepts eyepieces from 26mm to 52mm outer diameter and phones from 53mm to 90mm wide, covering the vast majority of equipment combinations without requiring model-specific fittings.

In the field, this adapter earns its place by solving the fundamental problem of afocal astrophotography: keeping the phone camera centered and stable over the eyepiece. The dual lock-button system lets you secure the phone position and the eyepiece clamp independently, so adjusting one does not disturb the other. At 170g, it adds negligible weight to your setup, and the integrated 1/4"-20 thread means you can mount it on a tripod head for vibration-free exposures. Photographers working with spotting scopes for digiscoping birds or nature subjects will find it equally capable. The cold shoe mount is a thoughtful addition for attaching small accessories. This is a purpose-built tool for anyone who wants to capture what they see through an eyepiece without investing in a dedicated astro camera.