Nikkor AF-S 80-400mm lens with TC-14E III Teleconverter
Apr 25, 2015 12:35:24 #
dougneve
Loc: Eastbourne, U.K.
I have just purchased a Nikkor AF-S 80-400mm lens and am considering using this from time to time with either the Nikon TC-14E II or TC-14E III teleconverter. I am wondering if it is physically possible to use either of the teleconverters with this lens and if anyone has any experience of this combination.
Apr 25, 2015 12:54:49 #
Depending on exactly what camera body you are using, you may be better off cropping and using well applied pixel enlargement - no physicalities to contend with and you do not loose 1 stop of light.
Apr 25, 2015 12:58:15 #
imagemeister wrote:
Depending on exactly what camera body you are using, you may be better off cropping and using well applied pixel enlargement - no physicalities to contend with and you do not loose 1 stop of light.
I am not a Nikon expert, but I do know the Tamron SP 1.4X may be a better solution than the Nikon TC ....if you must use a TC.
Apr 25, 2015 13:02:11 #
chazz4623
Loc: Prairieville, La
I have a question. Considering the cost of a lens that would deliver the shot at the magnification the tele gives, in places where light levels are of no consequense (open water,desert climates, etc.), arent they a practical alternative if they produce a same quality photo file? I dont know the answer and I'm not being critical, I just wish to know. Thanks
imagemeister wrote:
Depending on exactly what camera body you are using, you may be better off cropping and using well applied pixel enlargement - no physicalities to contend with and you do not loose 1 stop of light.
Apr 25, 2015 13:11:38 #
chazz4623 wrote:
I have a question. Considering the cost of a lens that would deliver the shot at the magnification the tele gives, in places where light levels are of no consequense (open water,desert climates, etc.), arent they a practical alternative if they produce a same quality photo file? I dont know the answer and I'm not being critical, I just wish to know. Thanks
Sorry, I do not completely understand your question .....
Apr 25, 2015 13:27:01 #
dougneve wrote:
I have just purchased a Nikkor AF-S 80-400mm lens and am considering using this from time to time with either the Nikon TC-14E II or TC-14E III teleconverter. I am wondering if it is physically possible to use either of the teleconverters with this lens and if anyone has any experience of this combination.
The TC-14E III is compatible with AF-S 80-400mm f/4.5-5.6G ED VR lens. The next question is, is the combination compatible with your camera. You can find a compatibility chart on the NikonUSA web site or on B&H. The chart will also tell you about the TC-14E II.
Apr 25, 2015 13:31:07 #
chazz4623
Loc: Prairieville, La
I'm asking if a high quality teleconveter used in adequate light would not be equivalent to a lense of the same focal length but lighter (in weight) and somewhat cheaper than longer lense only, if the files (pictures) it produces are the same?
imagemeister wrote:
Sorry, I do not completely understand your question .....
Apr 25, 2015 13:33:54 #
chazz4623 wrote:
I have a question. Considering the cost of a lens that would deliver the shot at the magnification the tele gives, in places where light levels are of no consequense (open water,desert climates, etc.), arent they a practical alternative if they produce a same quality photo file? I dont know the answer and I'm not being critical, I just wish to know. Thanks
That's a good question. I think in the situations you describe--where light levels are of no consequence AND aperture limitations are not also of no consequence, it is a very practical alternative.
Apr 25, 2015 13:34:45 #
Apr 25, 2015 13:49:32 #
chazz4623 wrote:
I'm asking if a high quality teleconveter used in adequate light would not be equivalent to a lense of the same focal length but lighter (in weight) and somewhat cheaper than longer lense only, if the files (pictures) it produces are the same?
Yes, of course .....IF - you have a TC that physically fits your lens and camera body. The TC will also slow your AF speed slightly - If AF speed matters.
On the other hand, if you use something like Clear Image Zoom pixel enlargement - as used in Sony camera bodies - there are no physical issues, no light loss issues and no AF speed issues.
Apr 25, 2015 13:54:33 #
chazz4623
Loc: Prairieville, La
What was being suggested was a Nikon tele with a Nikon lens and body, all compatible, the program feature you mention in sony cameras sort of makes it all moot. lol Thanks
Apr 25, 2015 14:05:53 #
dougneve
Loc: Eastbourne, U.K.
Thank you for your response. What you suggest sounds interesting and I will follow this up. Regards.
Apr 25, 2015 14:09:24 #
dougneve
Loc: Eastbourne, U.K.
Thank you for your response. I have had a look at the chart and these items are compatible, together with the D800 I use.
Apr 25, 2015 14:11:19 #
imagemeister wrote:
Yes, of course .....IF - you have a TC that physically fits your lens and camera body. The TC will also slow your AF speed slightly - If AF speed matters.
On the other hand, if you use something like Clear Image Zoom pixel enlargement - as used in Sony camera bodies - there are no physical issues, no light loss issues and no AF speed issues.
On the other hand, if you use something like Clear Image Zoom pixel enlargement - as used in Sony camera bodies - there are no physical issues, no light loss issues and no AF speed issues.
Depending on the f-stop of your lens and your particular camera body - you may lose ALL AF with the addition of an optical TC !
Apr 25, 2015 14:12:48 #
dougneve wrote:
Thank you for your response. I have had a look at the chart and these items are compatible, together with the D800 I use.
The D800 is a GOOD candidate for cropping ....
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