Understanding Camera & Video Camera Lenses (ID 149)
The category Camera & Video Camera Lenses is defined by ID 149 and resides within the path Cameras & Optics > Camera & Optic Accessories > Camera & Video Camera Lenses. This classification is essential for merchants selling optical glass components designed to focus light onto sensors or film for image capture.
- Prime and zoom lenses for mirrorless or DSLR cameras, such as 50mm f/1.4 or 75-300mm variants.
- Specialized video camera lenses, including anamorphic glass or wide-angle options for camcorders.
- Surveillance camera lenses intended for security and observation hardware.
- Macro and telephoto lenses designed for specific focal lengths and artistic depth-of-field control.
Examples from the US market confirm that high-end glass from major camera manufacturers and third-party lens producers belong here. These products represent the primary equipment required to capture sharp imagery for both professional photography and cinematic video production.
Items that do not belong here include generic camera parts like housings or internal sensors, which should be categorized under Camera Parts & Accessories. Furthermore, support equipment such as Tripods & Monopods or general Optic Accessories like lens caps, cleaning kits, or filters belong in their respective dedicated taxonomy branches. If you are selling cables meant for data transfer or power, use the Camera & Optic Replacement Cables category instead.
You should select a more granular subcategory if your inventory exclusively features specialized optical equipment, such as dedicated surveillance lenses or professional video-specific optics.
To categorize products in your feed, use either 149 or the full path Cameras & Optics > Camera & Optic Accessories > Camera & Video Camera Lenses. While the attribute is optional, explicit categorization ensures Google correctly understands your inventory compared to automated assignments.