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Pro Optic Pro-Optic Multi-Coated 2x Tele-Converter for Canon EOS Autofocus SLR Cameras. (As Reviewed in Shutterbug Magazine - January 2008 - Page 26)

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★★★★☆
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  • Lightweight (4)
  • Consistent output (2)
  • Durable (2)
  • Easily interchangeable (2)
  • Easy to use (2)
  • Fast focus (1)
  • Quality construction (1)
  • Reliable (1)
  • Sharp focus (1)
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  • Most of the time (1)
  • Must use in manual focus (1)
  • Not functional (1)
  • Weak casing (1)

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  • Everyday (2)
  • General purpose (2)
  • Home (2)
  • Travel (2)
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Pro Optic Pro-Optic Multi-Coated 2x Tele-Converter for Canon EOS Autofocus SLR Cameras. (As Reviewed in Shutterbug Magazine - January 2008 - Page 26)

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Last update: Sep 23, 2009

Pro Optic Pro-Optic Multi-Coated 2x Tele-Converter for Canon EOS Autofocus SLR Cameras. (As Reviewed in Shutterbug Magazine - January 2008 - Page 26) Reviews

 

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Pro Optic Pro-Optic Multi-Coated 2x Tele-Converter for Canon EOS Autofocus SLR Cameras. (As Reviewed in Shutterbug Magazine - January 2008 - Page 26) Review

Great product for the price you pay!

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • Weak Casing

    Best Uses

  • General Use
  • Wildlife
 

"For the money this is a great converter. I use it with my Canon 70-200f/2.8L lens and get great results. I have the Canon 1.4 converter and notice only slightly better quality with the Canon product than this converter. This converter was a great addition to my telephotos, making my 70-200 essential …"  Read Full Review »

f/2.8 at 200mm 1/800 sec. with converter iso 200

f/2.8 at 200mm 1/800 sec. with converter iso 200
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Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 23 2009
joenugent986
Lexington, KY
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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Pro Optic Pro-Optic Multi-Coated 2x Tele-Converter for Canon EOS Autofocus SLR Cameras. (As Reviewed in Shutterbug Magazine - January 2008 - Page 26) Review

what a fantastic device

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Consistent Output
  • Durable
  • Easily Interchangeable
  • Lightweight
  • Quick Focus
  • More »

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • General Use
 

"bought this for getting in those long shots - And boy did we use it on my canon 70-300 at the inaururation ceremony of our 44th President. It does exactlyas advertised. Had a great time at the cermonial ball. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 21 2009
Ron
Dover, Pa
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Pro Optic Pro-Optic Multi-Coated 2x Tele-Converter for Canon EOS Autofocus SLR Cameras. (As Reviewed in Shutterbug Magazine - January 2008 - Page 26) Review

Ok for the price

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Use

    Cons

  • Most of the time
  • Must use in manual focus

    Best Uses

  • Animals
  • Everyday use
  • Home
  • Landscape Photography
  • Traveling
 

"brings things close, but focus is not the greatest, sometimes it's "hit or miss". the best thing about digital photography is you can shoot "lots" and pick the best ones. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Sep 23 2009
Boxcarbu
New Jersey
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $99.95
 
 

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Pro Optic Pro-Optic Multi-Coated 2x Tele-Converter for Canon EOS Autofocus SLR Cameras. (As Reviewed in Shutterbug Magazine - January 2008 - Page 26) Review

Doesn't measure up

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • Not Functional

    Best Uses

  • Traveling
 

"It did the job of bringing in the distant image but required manual focusing and that is a drawback when shooting a subject in motion that changes distance from the camera. "

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Mar 30 2009
Sarah
New Hampshire
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  • Hobbyist/Enthusiast
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Price: $99.95
 
 

[0 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Pro Optic Pro-Optic Multi-Coated 2x Tele-Converter for Canon EOS Autofocus SLR Cameras. (As Reviewed in Shutterbug Magazine - January 2008 - Page 26) Review

I was a little disappointed!

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy To Use
  • Lightweight
  • Reliable

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Everyday use
  • Home
 

"I had been using a Olympus 570UZ with a 20X Zoom.

I am now using a Canon SXI with a 70-300usm,is lens which falls short. I bought the 2X tele converter hoping to close the gap, but it didn't make it. The converter is fine I was just praying for a miracle. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 4 2009
chughorse
R. La.
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