Macro — AI lens choice prompt
Macro is a lens reference whose optical traits you can request. Here is the phrase to use, what it changes, and a shortlist of models you can try it with.
The prompt phrase
Macro
macro lens, extreme magnification with a razor-thin plane of focusFocal length changes field of view and perceived compression. A named lens reference communicates the intended framing, while the generated result remains model-dependent.
A worked example
A lone figure walking a rain-slick street at night, macro lens, extreme magnification with a razor-thin plane of focusYour subject comes first, then the technique, then anything else. Models weight the front of a prompt most heavily, so keep the subject there and let the lens choice modify it.
Models to try it with
| Model | Credits | What it is for |
|---|---|---|
| Flux Schnell | 1 | instant drafts, lowest cost |
| Z-Image Turbo | 1 | ultra-fast drafts and variations |
| Flux Dev | 2 | good quality without the top price |
| Nano Banana | 2 | follows instructions most closely |
| Recraft v3 | 3 | logos, icons and clean vector art |
| Seedream 4.5 | 3 | photoreal, and gets text right |
| Flux 2 | 4 | newest model, most realistic results |
| Flux Pro | 4 | sharpest detail of the Flux family |
In video
You can also try the same phrase in a video prompt alongside a camera move:
| Model | Credits | Native audio |
|---|---|---|
| Veo 3.1 Lite | 6 | Yes |
| Veo 3.1 | 22 | Yes |
| Veo 3.1 Fast | 12 | Yes |
| Kling 2.6 Pro | 11 | Yes |
| Kling 3 | 12 | Yes |
Related lens choices
- Anamorphic lens choice
- Ultra Wide 14mm lens choice
- Wide 24mm lens choice
- Standard 35mm lens choice
- Normal 50mm lens choice
- Portrait 85mm lens choice
- Telephoto 135mm lens choice
- Fisheye lens choice
- Tilt-Shift lens choice
- Probe Lens lens choice
Common questions
What exactly do I put in the prompt?
The phrase above, word for word: "macro lens, extreme magnification with a razor-thin plane of focus". Put it after your subject, separated by a comma.
Which model should I try first?
The table lists 8 models available for trying this prompt. Flux Schnell is the cheapest starting point at 1 credits, then move up a tier once the shot works.
Can I combine it with other lens choices?
Yes. Start with two or three compatible instructions and compare the output; conflicting directions may be interpreted differently by each model.