Nikon AF-S Teleconverter TC-14EIII 1.4x uses beyond those stated: I recently bought the above mentioned teleconverter for use between my Nikon D500 and my Nikon 200/500 lens. I love it...

offgridguy Loc: Shasta county, California

I recently bought the above mentioned teleconverter for use between my Nikon D500 and my Nikon 200/500 lens. I love it and with good light it is beyond my expectations. Nikon does not recommend it for use on my Nikon AF-S Nikkor 70-300 1:4.5-5.6G VR lens BUT I'm wondering if any fellow UHHers have tried using it on that lens and, if so, with what result. I could try using it myself but I really like the converter and don't want to take a chance on screwing up any electronics. Any experts out there?

CaptainC Loc: Colorado, south of Denver

offgridguy wrote:

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It is not the electronics, it is the physical design. In all probability if you tried to force it on, you would damage the glass on both the TC and the lens. There are some third-party Tis out there that might work, but sorta silly to buy one of those when you have a great one in the unit you own.

The way I read the Nikon site, the terminology is not "not recommended," the lens is not on the list of compatible lenses at all. Big difference.

offgridguy Loc: Shasta county, California

I think you're right. The combination I bought it for is really top notch. It would be nice if I could use the teleconverter on the 70/300 as I would then have a 98/420 and would be a lot lighter to lug around. I'm not ready to by a recommended lens because of the expense so I think I'll just stay with the combination I have. Thanks for the input.

tcthome Loc: NJ

Call Nikon & ask why. If it fits on the camera it won't harm the electronics. some features might not work Or it won't auto focus well etc. will most likely be why they do not recommend it.

HT

I don’t have a 70/300, but I could make an educated guess and speculate that the glass in the TC-14E III will not clear the rear lens element of the 70/300: that is to say, the glass elements of the TC and lens will likely collide during a focus operation and spoil your day.

If you look at the Nikon TC, you can note just how far forward the glass barrel extends compared to off-brand TC’s.

Jerry G Loc: Waterford, Michigan and Florida

From the Nikon web site. "The following lenses, although not a complete list, are not compatible with autofocus teleconverters: AF-S NIKKOR 28-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, any 18-55mm lens, any 18-105mm lens, any 18-135mm lens, any 18-200mm lens, any 24-120mm lens, any 55-200mm lens, any 70-300mm lens, and any 80-400mm lens" I think the term "not compatible" means it will not work or could cause damage.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

offgridguy wrote:

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The rear lens element on the 70-300 sticks out too far and could come into contact with the front element on your teleconverter causing a terrible scratching and grinding sound resulting in damage to both lens and teleconverter. How is that for a pop quiz.

Tommy II Loc: Northern Illinois

HT wrote:

I don’t have a 70/300, but I could make an educated guess and speculate that the glass in the TC-14E III will not clear the rear lens element of the 70/300: that is to say, the glass elements of the TC and lens will likely collide during a focus operation and spoil your day.

If you look at the Nikon TC, you can note just how far forward the glass barrel extends compared to off-brand TC’s.

👍 Most likely the reason.

tayho

The Kenko Pro300 1.4 works well with the Nikon 70-300 AF-S 4.5-5.6 vr. Both Auto focus and exposure operate normally. I posted a couple examples in the other teleconverter post today. I attached a photo I took with the lens and Kenko here as well, I think it was at max 300mm. Certainly not the combo you have, but a possible lighter alternative for some situations. Good for sharing on Facebook, etc..

Silverman Loc: Michigan

tayho wrote:

The Kenko Pro300 1.4 works well with the Nikon 70-300 AF-S 4.5-5.6 vr. Both Auto focus and exposure operate normally. I posted a couple examples in the other teleconverter post today. I attached a photo I took with the lens and Kenko here as well, I think it was at max 300mm. Certainly not the combo you have, but a possible lighter alternative for some situations. Good for sharing on Facebook, etc..

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offgridguy Loc: Shasta county, California

Thanks everyone for the good common sense advice. I'm taking it and staying with my D500 and 200/500 lens. I chose this combination after spending a couple of hours every evening for a couple of weeks last June when a Mountain Lion stepped out from behind some trees and began to drink at the little spring fed pond on my property. In late June it's the only water source close. The pictures I took were with my Nikon D610 with a Tamron 150/600 lens. It was getting dark, 8:36PM on June 28th. The pictures I took were at .3EV over 6400 with an exposure of 1/250th at f6.3. Maybe my new combination will be sharper and clearer. It's now June so you will find me back in my photo blind, 60 yards from the pond, waiting and watching and hoping he'll return again this year.

imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida

offgridguy wrote:

Thanks everyone for the good common sense advice. ... (show quote)

Interesting ! .....and hoping for your success 8-)