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Canon EF 2x III teleconverter
Teleconverter, Canon EF
Question about Canon EF 2x III teleconverter
What is the difference between the two converters, factor 2x or 1.4 (apart from the magnification factor, of course). I would like to use the converter in combination with a Canon EF 70-200 / 2.8 IS USM and a Canon 80D. Which makes more sense? Best thanks
Helpful answer
As far as I know, there is no difference other than magnification. With the 2x you have 140-400 mm, with the small 98 - 280 mm. The speed also decreases with the factor. The converter turns 2.8 into 5.6. Since your lens already covers the range 98-200 without the converter, I would recommend the 2x. Note: the thing also works with the 105 mm macro. With a 210 mm macro you can turn a mosquito into a sperm whale. However, the handling is extremely demanding. Have fun with it!
I can only concur. The 2x probably makes more sense. I have to say, however, that I only use the converters on fixed focal lengths, as the loss of quality on zoom lenses was too great for me, even on the 70-200/2.8.
