Customers admire the AF-S Teleconverter TC-20E III 2x Extender Lens for its ability to extend the focal length of their lenses, but some have expressed concerns about the sharpness of images taken beyond 30 feet.
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Pros mentioned:
Auto focus
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Cost Effective Reach
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I use the great Nikon 70-200mm vrll and this TC-20E III 2x converter gives me a little better reach for some wildlife shots. It performs great, auto focus and all, yes you lose a few stops but using it with the f2.8 you can afford it.
It is an affordable option for 400mm. What I especially like about it is it is easy to carry in your bag and if you need it, use it.
Someday I may be able to justify and afford a large super telephoto, but for now this works just fine.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Teleconverter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect compliment to Nikon 300mm f2.8
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This teleconverter works perfectly as advertised with the above mentioned lens. I maintain full sharpness and only losing 2 stops of light with this lens combo. You will need to research to see if your lens will work with this converter though.
I am thoroughly happy with my purchase.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Sharpness
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Gets you reach when needed, but at a cost.
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I've used the TC-20E III with a Micro-Nikkor 105mm, 70-200mm f/4, and a 200-500mm f/5.6. The best application was the Micro-Nikkor 105mm because with its f/2.8 aperture it was fast enough to handle the loss of light when using the teleconverter.
It works OK with the 70-200mm f/4 but with the 200-500mm it doesn't autofocus. Of course, you lose some sharpness and contrast when used with slower f/5.6 lens. If I had more long f/2.8 or f/4 lenses, I'd use it more than the limited use I have for it now. In the future I plan on purchasing a Nikon 300mm f/4 PF, I hear that this teleconverter works well with that lens.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Compatibility
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Compatible with my Nikon D3200 but not my lens
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The Teleconverter is lightweight and easily attached to my Nikon D3200 camera. However, it would not attach to any of my Nikon lenses. Was very disappointed in that.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Auto focus
Cons mentioned:
Sharpness
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Not there yet.
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This is an ok product. Compared to the other teleconverters from Nikon, it is not that sharp. The 1.4, and 1.7 are much sharper than this. I did not see any auto-focus problems. It was tack-on in all situations. Give it plenty of light, it performs, but in low light situations, this struggles to perform in terms of sharpness.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Sharpness
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Only good for f/2.8 lenses
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I read many, many reviews, most of which warned that the TC-20E III can not shoot tack sharp with the 70-200mm f/4 lens. I did my own test in my home and confirmed the reviews I read. Without the TC the f/4 is every bit as sharp as the f/2.8. With the TC the lens can take good photos, NOT tack sharp. Also, unlike pro-rated Nikon lenses this TC did not feel durable. I took it back for a refund. Best Buy service is great. I would not recommend the TC-20E III for the 70-200mm f/4. I would for the 70-200mm f/2.8.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Teleconverter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Converter
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this converter to go along with our 200-500 mm telephoto lens to enlarge the capabilities of the lens. Auto focus does not work well with this but other than that works nice
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Expansion of Nikon ecosystem
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
If you are in nikon ecosystem and have any pro level telephoto lens. This teleconverter will enhance your photography. I use this for astro and wildlife with 70-200 f/2.8
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great item to extend prime lens!
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought this to use with a Nikon 300mm 2.8 Lens. AS I shoot mostly birds in the field, thought this to be a great solution to selling the house to buy a prime 600mm lens. Have found that to be the case, you will not be disappointed.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Auto focus
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice to have when you need it
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Bought this for my 400 2.8E and it works great. Focus is still fast and my pictures are still sharp.
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Compatibility
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best in class
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Very good option for a small aperture lens. Works good with Nikon lens but not on any other brands even if they are Nikon mounts.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great product
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This tele converter is a great buy if you aren't ready to spend big money
I would recommend this to a friend
Cons mentioned:
Compatibility
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good
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Fits NIKKOR Lens only.. goes with nikon lens only...
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great with my 200-500mm lens
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this works like a dream, it takes the best quality pictures you could imagine and is extremely stable.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Non
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Did not fit with my lenses. Returned to make another purchase
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great attachment
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I recently tried out at liberty state park and I have no complaints.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
2x teleconverter
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
1.4 would of been better but as long as you have enough light its good
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Teleconverter
Cons mentioned:
Sharpness
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Teleconverter was not sharp beyond 30 feet
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Using the teleconverter with my 70-200 f2.8 vr2 lens, within 30 feet from the subject, the teleconverter worked great. Beyond 30 feet pictures were not sharp.