What Is the RetroVa Vintage Imaging Kit?
PGYTech has launched the RetroVa Vintage Imaging kit, a modular accessory set designed for the iPhone 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max. The kit combines a retro‑styled leather case with a functional grip, a 2.35× telephoto extender lens, and a built‑in microSD card slot.
Key Components
- Protective case – black pebbled leather finish inspired by classic cameras.
- Leather grip – metal‑texture shutter button, multi‑function button, zoom lever, and control dial.
- 2.35× telephoto extender – provides up to 235 mm (iPhone 17 Pro) or 282 mm (iPhone 16 Pro) effective focal length.
- MicroSD slot & USB 3.1 Type‑C port – record directly to a card.
- Adapter ring – supports additional 2× telephoto lens, light filters, 1/4‑inch‑20 tripod socket, and strap.
Telephoto Performance
The 2.35× extender turns the iPhone 17 Pro’s native telephoto sensor into an effective 235 mm focal length, roughly a 10× optical zoom. On the iPhone 16 Pro, which already includes a 5× optical telephoto sensor, the same extender reaches an equivalent 282 mm (about 12× zoom). The PGYTech Pro Imaging app further simulates 400 mm, 600 mm and 960 mm focal lengths.
Software Integration
The companion Pro Imaging app lets users switch between simulated focal lengths, control the hardware buttons on the grip, and manage recording to the microSD card. The app also provides presets for adding a 2× telephoto extender or attaching light filters via the adapter ring.
Pricing and Availability
- Full RetroVa Vintage Imaging kit – $184
- Grip kit with case only – $72
- 2× telephoto extender lens – $72
- Light filter set – $16
The kit is currently being funded on Kickstarter, with limited early‑bird rewards.
Conclusion
PGYTech’s RetroVa Vintage Imaging kit gives iPhone 16/17 Pro owners a genuine teleconverter experience, combined with a nostalgic leather aesthetic and practical recording features. If you’re looking to extend your iPhone’s zoom capabilities without sacrificing style, the Kickstarter campaign is worth a look.