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photodocsj
 
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2x teleconverter

Post Tue Jul 03, 2007 11:09 pm


I need to purchase a 2x converter for a nikon 80-200 2.8 D lens . I will be using this device on a nikon d70s or my d200. What TC will let me maintain auto focus and through the lens metering?

djwixx
 
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Post Wed Jul 04, 2007 5:34 pm


Looking at http://www.nikonusa.com/fileuploads/pdfs/2129_2130.pdf
tells you that Nikons own 2XTC should work for that lens. The TC-20E is pricey, but given the lens you are putting it on I wouldn't want to trust a cheaper 'possible' alternative.

digitalfrog
 
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Post Wed Jul 04, 2007 9:55 pm


Be ready for a much slower autofocus....
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inukshuk94
 
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Post Tue Sep 11, 2007 4:36 pm


I figure that the longer your lens the slower the AF. But with a bigger f stop should also make tracking easier. If your not doing high speed action I wouldn't worry about it.
For my 70-200 I have a 1.4x and will now be adding a 2x for that extra reach. Since we are both with an initial F2.8 I believe it will be fine.

jdepould
 
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Post Tue Sep 11, 2007 8:11 pm


inukshuk94 wrote:I figure that the longer your lens the slower the AF. But with a bigger f stop should also make tracking easier. If your not doing high speed action I wouldn't worry about it.
For my 70-200 I have a 1.4x and will now be adding a 2x for that extra reach. Since we are both with an initial F2.8 I believe it will be fine.


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inukshuk94
 
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Post Tue Sep 11, 2007 8:35 pm


jdepould

Hey
I'm new here and thanks for the great welcome.
Right now I'm browsing and if my input helps somebody past, present or future I'm happy. The info is good for anybody.
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djwixx
 
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Post Tue Sep 11, 2007 9:20 pm


inukshuk94 wrote:jdepould

Hey
I'm new here and thanks for the great welcome.
Right now I'm browsing and if my input helps somebody past, present or future I'm happy. The info is good for anybody.
It's really nice to come to a new site. Maybe I should rethink that.


Every little helps - don't take anything too personally.

WELCOME.


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