4 ms·They stick out because they know that many users will add a case. Otherwise the case would shade the lenses.by edent 4y agoThey stick out because they know that many users will add a case. Otherwise the case would shade the lenses.justin66 4y agoIs that a problem you or someone you know experienced prior to the use of lenses that stick out?edent 4y agoYes. I've had chunky cases which cast a definite shadow over the (flat) camera.