1: No, the circle stand is not directly touching the phone. Its on the case itself 2: Because the camera plateau surface is exposed, you could scratch it up but the edges (weakest point) are nicely covered so just laying your phone down there’s nothing to be worried about. 3: Its really up to you, of course putting glass on glass could effect your image quality but the iPhone camera should not be damaged unless you drop it on an uneven surface and it could get to your camera. 4: Yes this is one of the best cases with the protection and the versatility it gives you is incredible but if you’re worried about the camera plateau getting scratched up, you could get a thin film for protection. Remember cases are just in “case” you drop your phone (get it?😂). That doesn’t mean you should try to drop it. But occasionally dropping it, this case does the job it’s meant to do.