Is the extension tube Mr. Summers mentioned in his review the same as the DMW-LA7adapter and is it included in the price of the lens?
61990
To attach the DMW-LT55 to your FZ30 or any other Panasonic camera that calls for that lens, you need the DMW-LA7 adapter to attach it to your camera. It fits into screw base that surrounds the lens of your camera and then the DMW-LT55 attaches to the other end of that adapter tube. I use the combination for my FZ200.
61991
The lens does not come with an adapter. The lens can be used with several Panasonic cameras. For some, like my Lumix FZ200, you do need the adapter. I actually like the fact that it doesn't connect directly to my zoom lens (which moves in and out within the adapter tube. This reduces load on the zoom mechanism. Their is a specific adapter made by Panasonic, and several 3rd party adapters. As long as the threads are correct, any should work. But beware about where you buy the lens itself. I first bought from a 3rd party dealer in New York (via Amazon), who called the next morning to tell me it was out of stock, but that they had a "much better" teleconverter for the same price. What I got was a cheap piece of crap made by Vivitar. After some threats, I got my money back, and got the real Panasonic lens. I've been quite happy with it. You do have to be more careful about focusing and framing the shot (best used in very stable conditions), but the results are quite good.
61992
Lens does not come with the adapter although in my experience I was able to connect the lens without adapter but my camera required the la8. Never needed to use it though
61993
I believe you have to buy both parts (i had to anyway), unless it comes as a bundled kit elsewhere
1590831
Neither. It includes the DAL, which is a kit lens only with less functionality. Same thing with the 55-300mm lens.
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Brandon. It doesn't say when you asked this question but I figured the answer out. First, I just purchased the last one that a storefront had for $289, so i'm sorry if I stole the lens from you :X. Second, the price is going to be interesting on this lens from here on out. It has been discontinued due to a recently announced new model. The question is how much will this new model cost? To my knowledge that hasn't been answered. I decided to snag it at this price because if the new model is upwards of $400 then it out of my price range anyway. If the new model comes out sub $400 this older model might tank in price. Supply and demand will dictate based on that information. As for big stores, I don't see you having much luck. Most did firesales and liquidated their stock already to mitigate the price risk. I can tell you that this is my first fixed lens for general photography. It hasnt even arrived yet, but when it does I plan to test it out. If its not to my liking I can resell it to you at the price I purchased + the tax I paid + shipping. I would generally just return it but that lowers your chance of it ending up in your hands. If this was a recent post just come back to me and I can show you proof that it hasn't even arrived yet :). Take care!
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Here is what I understand. 500D is close-up which I attached to 24-70mm 2.8L and no loss. I have been using this 500D for close-up without any problem and I love it. I do not own extension tube but thinking about it so I read about extension tube. It seems to me extension tube will extend the focal length of the length it attached to. If 2X extension tube attached to 70-200mm, 70-200mm lens becomes 140mm-400mm so not need to buy 100-400 but your lens will loose 2 stops from its original. Hope it helps.Minh,
1086504
Hi, thanks for your question.I see that this lens is available from the seller, A&R; PHOTO VIDEO INC. Sellers on our website are allowed to sell items at any price they feel is fair. The other reviewers may have purchased their cameras from other sellers.I hope this helps!
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Chris, no tube adapter is necessary if the current lens has sufficient additional space to accept the snap-on mechanism which is the main adaptive feature of this lens. This would require about 1/8" space to clip within the current lens surround.
1476282
Very strange, but they have the same lens listed twice! I was wondering this too..but they're the same lens. Sorry for the late response!
1096897
That would be a poor choice to use with extension tubes. Its minimum focus distamce is 1.8m (6 feet). You'd need to lower its filter size to 72mm in order to acquire and attach a 72mm macrolite adaptor (not included). You'br better off using something normal to wide with extension tubes, or even better some of the macro lens options straight with the flash (macrolite adaptors are required for all but the mpe65).
1783996
Yes, it comes with an extension tube that effectively doubles range to 1000mm. Bear in mind, this is a MANUAL lens. You need to focus by hand and use a tripod.
1764962
I can't remember who supplied it but mine is. I would definitely contact the company that is selling it to be 100% sure. Also check your glass when you get it, my lens had a small crack or mold in it; had to return it.
2231633
Yeah this is just the adapter. As long as the lense or filter you're buying is 55mm you'll be good.
593943
No, it's not an add-on or "auxiliary" lens -- it's a full lens in itself. It goes on your DSLR *in place of* any other lens, not added on to an existing lens.
422313
The adapter is included. The fact that they are using CompactFlash is a good thing. Who knows whether it is because the Konica-Minolta chassis on which this camera is based used CompactFlash, or whether it is because Sony recognized that most existing users of DSLRs are attached to the CompactFlash format and would rather not switch.
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Personally, yes, for 3 reasons. However extension tubes are great as well. Here is why I use this more often though: 1. No loss of light 2. Easy to put in a pocket and stick on your lens at a moments notice. 3. Don't have to remove lens to use, so less dust introduced into sensor.
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Hi Richard Yes it is a wider lens and very sharp minimal distortion. I use it a lot for landscapes etc. it's very small and light and for the price I think it's worth it
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I got the "MULTI-ADAPTER MA5-4" from this website [ http://www.desertskyastro.com/Dovetails.html ] $25 plus $6 shipping. I have the scope attached to a Celeston CG-2 mount I got for around $120 on Ebay. It's fine for just viewing but I wouldn't recommend it for photography which I am not into. I highly recommend getting the double stacking filter if you haven't gotten it already...it's very much worth it. It greatly enhances the viewing experience.
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No, I don't believe this is an extension tube. I think it's meant to be used in conjunction with a reversing ring. You attach it to the reversed camera lens (a cheap trick for macro photography) so that you are able to keep the aperture wide open. Generally, when you have reversed your lens, there is no longer any electronic connection, therefore you cannot control the aperture so it defaults to the greatest depth of field. This product allows you to bypass this dilemma by allowing you to manually open the aperture up completely to achieve a shallow depth of field, as well as get in lost of light (very useful for macro photography). No, I don't believe this is an extension tube. I think it's meant to be used in conjunction with a reversing ring. You attach it to the reversed camera lens (a cheap trick for macro photography) so that you are able to keep the aperture wide open. Generally, when you have reversed your lens, there is no longer any electronic connection, therefore you cannot control the aperture so it defaults to the greatest depth of field. This product allows you to bypass this dilemma by allowing you to manually open the aperture up completely to achieve a shallow depth of field, as well as get in lost of... » Read More No, I don't believe this is an extension tube. I think it's meant to be used in conjunction with a reversing ring. You attach it to the reversed camera lens (a cheap trick for macro photography) so that you are able to keep the aperture wide open. Generally, when you have reversed your lens, there is no longer any electronic connection, therefore you cannot control the aperture so it defaults to the greatest depth of field. This product allows you to bypass this dilemma by allowing you to manually open the aperture up completely to achieve a shallow depth of field, as well as get in lost of light (very useful for macro photography). « Show Less