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Canon 500D 77mm Close Up Lens

by on 2009/12/31

  • Firm mount
  • Strong construction
  • Easy to use

Product Description
Canon Close-Up Lens 500D is a double-element accessory that attaches to front of lens. It changes closest focusing distance from infinity to 500mm (approx. 19.7" from front of lens).... More >>

Canon 500D 77mm Close Up Lens

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DigitalMan January 1, 2010 at 12:53 am

This turns your long zoom into an effective macro lens. It is good for when you want to get tight focusing but don’t have the luxury of close quarters working distance of a traditional macro lens. I have used this effectively. It is definitely an occasional use tool. I have probably used it 6 or 7 times since I bought it. Even though this is a Canon product I use it on my Nikon lenses. It really doesn’t matter, it would work on any lens that takes 77mm filters.
Rating: 4 / 5

Mike Bagstad January 1, 2010 at 1:36 am

I got this lens to work with my Sony A700 and Tamron 70-200 2.8 zoom. That lens already has Macro capability but only 1:3. This lens brings it to about 1:1.

I haven’t done any scientific tests with it, but with some casual shooting it has preformed great. The tough thing with macro is always that the depth of field is short. Once you learn how to focus and even bracket your focusing things work out much better.

Bottom line, I’m glad I got it.

Mike

Rating: 5 / 5

Lil Y. M. Judd January 1, 2010 at 4:02 am

Easy way of getting a great Macro zoom. Stuck it on my 70-200VR f/2.8 Nikon lens & suddenly have a great super quality macro lens. Highly recommend.
Rating: 5 / 5

Ellen January 1, 2010 at 6:04 am

Love this little guy. Yeah, it’s more expensive than the cheap ones you find at some camera stores, but this “lens” has a double element, takes sharp pictures, and is oodles better than any other close up filter you can get. I use it with my Nikon D80–you need to purchase a step-up ring, as this is designed for Canon lenses, but they’re cheap and simple to use. Two thumbs up, five big stars.
Rating: 5 / 5

J. S. Peterson January 1, 2010 at 8:37 am

Superb optics to shorten the working distance for close-up work, very little color fringing and no visible distortion. Nice piece of glass.
Rating: 5 / 5

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