Extension tubes for Nikon D5000
Jan 6, 2012 10:28:44 #
I am in the market for extension tubes for my Nikon D5000 and was curious about those of you who have experience in this area. There are several makes/models to pick from and I would like to know the best way to go. Appreciate any help. Thank you.
Jan 6, 2012 10:29:54 #
Could you please explain what an extension tube is??? I also use a Nikon D5000. :) Thanks ahead of time!
Jan 6, 2012 10:31:23 #
Extension tubes are used for Macro photography or close up photography. They are used in place of purchasing expensive Macro lenses and seem to do just as well.
Jan 6, 2012 13:20:32 #
I have Kenko Auto Extension Tube Set DG 12mm, 20mm, and 36mm Tubes for Nikon AF Digital and really like them. I use them with my Nikon 70-200 mm f2.8 VR have great working distance with them. Arnold
cspear42 wrote:
I am in the market for extension tubes for my Nikon D5000 and was curious about those of you who have experience in this area. There are several makes/models to pick from and I would like to know the best way to go. Appreciate any help. Thank you.
Jan 6, 2012 13:34:17 #
Jan 7, 2012 08:04:41 #
Stay away from Neewer extension tubes- very cheap but do not work with my Nikon D60 as claimed. I get a "no lens attached" message and they are hard to remove. You really do get what you pay for.
Jan 7, 2012 09:28:00 #
Jan 7, 2012 09:34:00 #
C. David wrote:
Can someone please post a pic of a extension tube image?
This is older stuff about film cameras but still applies today
click the download button and you should get a complete web page
save it then open it
Jan 7, 2012 09:39:07 #
I don't have a photo; however, you can Google one and find them on Ebay, Amazon, etc, where photos are shown.
Jan 7, 2012 09:51:48 #
C. David wrote:
Can someone please post a pic of a extension tube image?
A pair of PK-13s (Nikkor mount). Please note: these do not maintain lens function on DSLRs; the Kenkos, do.
Jan 7, 2012 19:26:53 #
Bear in mind that you do lose infinity focus with extension tubes attached as well as light loss (how much depends on the tube & the lens involved). With a true macro lens, infinity focus is maintained...
Jan 7, 2012 21:57:34 #
C. David wrote:
Can someone please post a pic of a extension tube image?
A set of extension tubes consist of a 12-mm, a 20-mm, and a 36-mm tubes. These are Kenko "auto" tubes, which preserves auto-focus and auto-aperture. These can be used individually, or in combinations.
Jan 7, 2012 22:49:35 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
A set of extension tubes consist of a 12-mm, a 20-mm, and a 36-mm tubes. These are Kenko "auto" tubes, which preserves auto-focus and auto-aperture. These can be used individually, or in combinations.
C. David wrote:
Can someone please post a pic of a extension tube image?
A set of extension tubes consist of a 12-mm, a 20-mm, and a 36-mm tubes. These are Kenko "auto" tubes, which preserves auto-focus and auto-aperture. These can be used individually, or in combinations.
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