iZZi Orbit iPhone 5 case features fisheye, wide-angle, 2x zoom camera lens, yours for $200

posted by Nick T. / Sep 18, 2012, 9:23 AM

iZZi Orbit iPhone 5 case features fisheye, wide-angle, 2x zoom camera lens, yours for $200

Now here is an interesting iPhone 5 case, the kind of which we don't get to see every day. The Orbit is made by iZZi Gadgets and in addition to protecting the surface of the iPhone 5 from accidental scratches, it outfits the smartphone with three high-quality lenses for its camera. One of them provides a 180-degree fisheye view, which would be perfect for capturing those skateboarding tricks, a 2x optical zoom lens is available for bringing the action closer, and a 67x wide-angle lens has been thrown in for good measure.

Clearly, the iZZi Orbit is made for amateur photographers, or enthusiasts that don't really like carrying a dedicated camera all the time. Still, it doubles as a protective case as well with its two-layer armor. Made out of aircraft-grade aluminum, the case is available in red, black, and silver. Out of the box you get a protective sleeve, wrist lanyard, microfiber cleaning cloth, and accessory mates.

Currently, the iZZi Orbit is not available for purchase, but you can pre-order one through Kickstarter for $200. Alternatively, a model with a single lens is also available for a price of $100. The accessory is expected to start shipping in October.

source: iZZi Gadgets via AVING

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18 Comments

1. aquariumdude

Posts: 40; Member since: Jan 11, 2012

$200 bucks for a protective case with just 3 lenses? Overpriced. I could buy a normal camera for that price.

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 9:37 AM 9

4. PhoneLuver

Posts: 481; Member since: Jul 05, 2010

Too bad no manufacturer has really incorporated this idea! Imagine being able to buy cases with proper zoom lenses external xenon flash etc.

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 11:07 AM 2

13. chaoticrazor

Posts: 2347; Member since: Aug 28, 2012

its a great concept, just gotta aim it at the right phones, i mean this would be for someone who is atleast mildly into photography especially at that price. so for me phones like the nokia 808, n8 , LG's iptimus and sony xperia lot would be the perfect choice for these kinds of cases. just my opinion

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 5:56 PM 2

16. loken

Posts: 462; Member since: May 09, 2012

other great cameraphones wont need these thats why!

posted on Sep 20, 2012, 5:46 AM 0

17. chaoticrazor

not true, i mean if you could have an optical lens attached to the nokia 808 think how great that would be

posted on Sep 20, 2012, 8:43 AM 0

5. Droiddoes unregistered

but would it hold your iphone?

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 11:21 AM 0

3. adelta90

Posts: 63; Member since: Sep 14, 2012

i can buy an android phone for as much as this costs

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 10:50 AM 4

14. B3BLW29

Posts: 238; Member since: Mar 02, 2012

I can buy a tablet :) Nexus 7

posted on Sep 19, 2012, 1:22 AM 0

6. noim1

Posts: 297; Member since: May 15, 2012

With 200$ i can buy Nexus 7 then this iCrap ....

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 11:27 AM 2

7. kcombs

Posts: 275; Member since: Dec 15, 2010

*cough* Galaxy cam *cough*

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 11:33 AM 6

10. SlimSoulja86

Posts: 660; Member since: Nov 03, 2011

Lol, ur right. Samsung Galaxy Camera. Or we gonn start claiming Galaxy Camera copied this.

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 3:09 PM 3

8. rusticguy

Posts: 2828; Member since: Aug 11, 2012

Piece of Junk with $200 price tag only to destroy the "Thinnest iPhone yet" look :D

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 12:47 PM 1

9. jmoita2

Posts: 930; Member since: Dec 23, 2011

Ugly!!! And expensive...but so is the iPhone...lol!!!

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 1:57 PM 1

11. Android4u

Posts: 456; Member since: Aug 16, 2012

Damn... Can we say ugly fugly?

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 3:20 PM 1

12. gallitoking

Posts: 4721; Member since: May 17, 2011

`I see as a great innovation but 200.00 it is pricey..

posted on Sep 18, 2012, 5:54 PM 0

15. Raptor9142

Posts: 41; Member since: Apr 15, 2012

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