Examples include the canon 25 mm ef ii, the nikon 8 mm pk8 and the. It is a simple way to enable close ups at high magnifications by increasing the distance between the lens and the film plane enabling focusing at closer distances than otherwise possible. Macro extension tubes and closeup lenses are devices that add high. There is a video showing how to use these tubes on the category page. Im considering getting the 25ii extension tube for my 100f2. Sep 16, 2011 the canon 90d is a dslr that operates best when used as if it were a mirrorless camera. The canon ef 25mm extension tube ii does the job well and is small to pack with you, but i still like a true macro lens such as the canon ef 100mm f2. So there are two ways to allow me to get close ups with this lens. How will extension tubes compare against a dedicated macro lens.
For oem extension tubes, we recommend the ef 25 ii and ef 12 ii for canon and the. Using of extension tubes in macro photography ehab photography. A quick unboxing of the canon ef12 ii extension tube unboxing for use with macro photography. Prior to this date, canon sold the ef 25 and ef 12 extension tubes. In the last lesson, i wrote about closeup lenses and how they can help you get closer to the subject for closeup photography. I ran across the hoya multicoated close up lens set over a amazon and after a little research became intrigued by the simplicity of the concept. These close up accessories maintain full electronic coupling between the camera body and lens, often providing greater magnification than is possible with close up lenses. Macro close up extension tube 3 ring set for sony e nex camera a7 a7r 7 5t 6 a60. The canon ef 12 ii extension tube is especially suited for close focusing with wideangle lenses. Macro photography extension tubes vs closeup filters vs macro lens zy productions. Canon auto focus extension tube ef 25 ii for closeup and macro photography. In closeup photography, the impact is in the details. This ef 12 ii extender adds quite another close up dimension while retaining all the normal.
It offers live view autofocus thats competitive and easy to use, classleading image quality, and video specs thatll appeal to the masses, all in a familiar, dslrshaped package. The extension tube ef 12 is installed between the prime lens and the camera body. I am looking to do a little macro work, but am not ready to invest in a macro lens. The canon ef12 extension tube is an intermediate ring for closeup photography. Ultimately, i did purchase a nice macro lens as the extender only as good as the. Although there are other extension tubes in the market, i preferred this made by canon, because i know it to be a precision device designed to be a perfect match to my canon equipment. Canon auto focus extension tube ef 25 ii for closeup and.
Discontinued extension tubes ef 25 and ef12 above canon extension tube ef 25 ii fitted between an eos camera and an ef 50mm f1. This page looks at two methods to increase the magnification available from the canon 100mm macro lens. The canon ef 12mm extension tube ii is pictured above with the included canon pouch. For hobby work like photographing flowers and such would it be better to invest in a set of extension tubes or in a good close up filter. The canon ef 12 ii extension tube is especially suited for closefocusing with wideangle lenses. The further forward the element, the closer your lens can focus to your. This closeup accessory is placed between the camera body and lens to enable highmagnification photography. The canon ef12 and ef25 extension tubes have been part of the eos system since 1991. Macro extension tubes and close up lenses are devices that add high magnification capabilities to virtually any camera lens. The canon ef12 extension tube is an intermediate ring for close up photography. Both close up lenses and extension tubes have their advantages and drawbacks.
The ultimate guide to extension tubes shutter muse. Macro portion for canon eos rebel 77d t7i t6s t6i t6 t5i t5 t4i t3i t3 sl1 1100d 700d 650d 600d 550d 300d 100d 60d 7d 70d. When shooting closeup or macro photography with extension tubes, depthoffield may be so limited that you cannot obtain. A colleague of mine suggested that i purchase a macro extension tube which would allow me to use my current camera lenses as macro lenses, so i started researching my options. Simply put, a close up filter acts essentially as a magnifier which allows the user to reduce the minimum focusing distance between the lens and the subject. Kenko auto extension tube set dg for nikon lens 378. Extension tube ef 12 ii is especially suited for close focusing with wideangle lenses.
All the images for this article were shot using a fullframe canon camera and a crosspolarisation technique, with an ipad to act as a polarising lighttable. Canon macro work closeup imaging options bob atkins. Canon ef extension tube ef12 ii, and canon ef extension tube ef25 ii. Macro filter vs extension tubes content the sitepoint. You will find a link to the other canon extension tube, the canon extension tube ef25 ii on this page. Save up to 40% off retail price and get a 180day warranty.
I have a canon 24105 mm f4 l is usm lens so get good close up photographs. It is far more desired then the addon closeup lenses, which will alter the optical quality. Mar 09, 2015 how will extension tubes compare against a dedicated macro lens. Macro photography extension tubes vs closeup filters vs. Compare these images to those from the first example of the 50mm lens, and youll see that the difference in subject size varies much more greatly with shorter focal lengths. It maintains the original optical quality while transforming the lens into a macro lens. Get the best deals on canon camera lens extension tubes when you shop the largest online selection at. It is a simple way to enable closeups at high magnifications by increasing the distance between the lens and the film plane enabling focusing at closer distances than otherwise possible. Extension tube ef 25 ii is recommended for lenses with a focal length of 50mm and up efs 1855mm can be used at middle and tele zoom settings. Here we will discuss macro lenses, extension tubes, and close up filters. Macro photography extension tubes vs closeup filters vs macro. I would like to utilize my canon 40d with either the 24.
Get the best deals on camera lens extension tubes when you shop the largest. Hello everybody, there are several options for macro photography. Having just bought a second 25mm extension tube canon extension tube ef 25 ii, to give me 50mm, or 62mm with the 12mm extension tube also fitted, and also after receiving a question on my canon ef 100mm f2. Get the best deals on camera lens extension tubes when you shop the largest online selection at. Of course one advantage this longer focal length setup does have is that you arent so close to the subject, making it a good option for small animals and insects where a closer presence could cause them to flee.
Camera lens extension tubes for canon eos for sale ebay. As in almost everything in the photographic universe, there is more than one way you can enter into the world of macro photography. Canon ef 12 ii extension tube for eos digital cameras. Here we will discuss macro lenses, extension tubes, and closeup filters.
This closeup accessory maintains full electronic coupling between the camera body and lens and can be used with most ef. Get the best deals on extension tube for sony alphaminolta af camera when you. Extension tubes are thus commonly used for macro photography and sometimes for closeup portraits. Canon auto focus extension tube ef 12 ii for closeup and. However, its not certain that all combinations of lenses, tubes and closeup lenses work together. Jan 26, 2014 macro photography extension tubes vs closeup filters vs macro lens zy productions. Extension tube ef 12 is especially suited for closefocusing with wideangle lenses. Unlike a closeup lens, extension tubes dont add any extra optics and are. Shooting proquality closeups with the canon eos t6i. Having said that, i know that a closeup filter say a canon 500d gets you closer to your subject, as does an extension tube. Extension tube ef 12 ii is made especially for closefocusing with wideangle. So, id like a cheap solution, like macro filters or some extension tubes. Close up, or macro photography, can turn everyday objects into visually interesting images and bring a new dimension to your photography.
Eight electronic contact points allow communication between the camera and lens to continue as usual. I would like to utilize my canon 40d with either the 2470mm f2. Attaches to your cameras lens, allowing you to get nearer to tiny objects. The result of using extension tubes is that the distance from the back of the lens to the film surface is longer, which means you can take photographs at shorter distances to the subject. Extension tube ef 12 ii is especially suited for closefocusing with wideangle lenses. This updated version ii is now also fully compatible with canon digital efs lenses, as well as standard photo ef and tse lenses. As a side note, if you want to get even closer to your subject, pick up the other canon extension, the canon ef 25 ii extension tube for eos digital cameras, and combine the 12mm and the 25mm into a 37mm tube.
On the other hand, light loss caused by extension tubes is inversely. Closeup, or macro photography, can turn everyday objects into visually interesting images and bring a new dimension to your photography. Closeup lens, extension tube, macro lens what are the. So, whats the difference and why would i go with one solution over the other. These closeup accessories maintain full electronic coupling between the camera body and lens, often providing greater magnification than is possible with closeup lenses.
Bought this to slightly increase the magnification of my 100mm macro lens and it works well. An exercise in magnification with extension tubes martin. Can be used with most ef lenses, and are ideal for nature photography with singl. Extension tubes are commonly used for macro photography. The reason ive chosen to include this lens in the examples is to demonstrate the difference between using extension tubes on shorter and longer focal lengths.
Yes, they will both increase the macro effect of the lens when used together. How to use extension tubes for close up photography macro. Extension tube ef 12 ii is especially suited for closefocusing with. The canon ef 12mm extension tube ii is slightly smaller than half the size of the canon ef 25mm extension tube ii. Canon 100mm l vs tamron 90mm vs extension tubes vs filters. However, the good folks at hoya have included two other.
Our canon 100mm macro lens with 25mm and 12mm extension tubes. Feb, 2004 close up filters magnify the image even before it enters the lens, thus it will work on any of your lens so long as you get the right filter size. Extension is the term used to describe the distance that the front element of your lens can be moved forwards. Extension tube ef 12 is especially suited for close focusing with wideangle lenses. An extension tube is a hollow, lighttight tube that fits between your lens and your. I bought this short extension tube along with the 25 mm extension tube for use with my 100 mm macro lens for close up and macrophotography. Closeup lens vs extension tube for ef70300 f4 canon. Just one of the many great deals in telephoto lenses. In addition to conventional image stabilization for angle camera shake, this is the worlds first macro lens1 to incorporate hybrid is image stabilization to compensate for shift camera shake, movements parallel to the imaging plane, which are much more noticeable during closerange shooting.
Macro close up extension tube 4 ring set for canon ae1 manual 20mm. Mint genuine canon extension tube ef12 ii for canon efs mount lens from japan. There are two types of extension tube that you can buy. This standard lens, equipped with tiltshift functionality for action in wideranging genres from landscape and architecture photography to closeup food photography, has undergone evolution and renewal into a highimagequality l lens. Use your existing canon lens as a macro lens close up lens when you add an extension tube. This standard lens, equipped with tiltshift functionality for action in wideranging genres from landscape and architecture photography to close up food photography, has undergone evolution and renewal into a highimagequality l lens. I am tempted to start looking into the macro photography but i do not want to invest to much into it. Extension tube for sony alphaminolta af camera for sale. In addition to birds and critters, i also like to photograph flowers. Ive also uploaded a macro image in the gallery of this product, showing how well this macro tube works. Canon does not recommend this, as the data transfer may be affected, but acceptable results are possible if you are willing to experiment. Simply the closeup filter works on the same principle as a magnifying.
Get the best deals on extension tube for sony alphaminolta af camera when you shop the largest online. I have rebel xt with 285mm canon is, 100mm canon macro, 100400mm canon l is lens. This time, im going to write about another accessory you can buy, extension tubes. Extension tube for sony alphaminolta af camera for sale ebay. Buy canon extension tube ef 12 ii online canon australia. The one thing that i wanted to work on most though was macro photography. This can give a whole new range of subject matter to your existing camera equipment. Closeup filters magnify the image even before it enters the lens, thus it will work on any of your lens so long as you get the right filter size. An extension tube is constructed to be used with a lens without a closeup lens, and a closeup lens is constructed to be used with a lens without an extension tube. An extension tube increases lens magnification by an amount equal to the extension distance. Canon auto focus extension tube ef 12 ii 9198a001 adorama. Shooting proquality closeups with the canon eos t6i b. This close up accessory is placed between the camera body and lens to enable highmagnification photography. Can i combine extension tubes and macro filters at once to give better macros.
Specifically with a zoom lens like yours, the advantage of the 500d closeup lens is that it doesnt lose any light and you dont have to reposition or refocus as much if you zoom in or out after focusing as you would with an extension tube. The canon g5 x mark ii earns a silver award with its very. It is possible to attach the ef12 tube to the ef25 tube to give a 37mm extension. Can i combine extension tubes and macro filters at once to. Shop online for canon extension tube ef 12 ii at canon uk store. This close up accessory maintains full electronic coupling between the camera body and lens and can be used with most ef. Apr 10, 2020 extension tubes work best for adapting short focal lengths, closeup lenses work best for adapting longer focal lengths. Extension tubes, generally speaking it depends on the lens get you closer to your subject than close up lenses, in some closes nearly as close as you would be able to get with a macro lens.