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New converter from Olympus? (1 Viewer)
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IanF
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Could it be the Tcon-300 that is being referred too ?
It retails for $480-$600 and is a bit of a beastie size wise - a bit like the EagleEye. I think it was designed for the E10/20 and has a 49mm thread. It would be nice if they are bringing out another new lens. I have been looking for a good deal on a Tcon17, to replace my B300, but a 3x may be a better option.
Tcon-300
It retails for $480-$600 and is a bit of a beastie size wise - a bit like the EagleEye. I think it was designed for the E10/20 and has a 49mm thread. It would be nice if they are bringing out another new lens. I have been looking for a good deal on a Tcon17, to replace my B300, but a 3x may be a better option.
Tcon-300
Hi Ian. According to her, it has not been put on the market yet so I don't believe that is the one her camera guy was referring to. She has been dealing with this guy for a long time so she feels he knows what he is talking about. Why would you go to the Tcon17 when you have the B300. Are there better optics?
IanF
Moderator
Hi KC,
I've had my B300 a good few years and it is showing distinct signs of wear and tear, particularly the front lens element where the coating carries a good few marks which I am sure causes flaring in bright conditions. It's still a good lens to use, but as I can see the difference in the results now and knowing the lens is such a good one, I'd like to replace it.
By the sounds of it the Tcon17 may carry better lens coatings and possibly better optics, though that's hard to imagine. As long as it is at least as good as the B300 it will do me. I will be seeing if I can find a filter for it though.
I've had my B300 a good few years and it is showing distinct signs of wear and tear, particularly the front lens element where the coating carries a good few marks which I am sure causes flaring in bright conditions. It's still a good lens to use, but as I can see the difference in the results now and knowing the lens is such a good one, I'd like to replace it.
By the sounds of it the Tcon17 may carry better lens coatings and possibly better optics, though that's hard to imagine. As long as it is at least as good as the B300 it will do me. I will be seeing if I can find a filter for it though.
Just had a look at the link you posted Ian and that is a might on the heavy looking side. I'm figuring you would definitely have to use a tripod with that baby if there is no IS. I just might write Olympus and see if they answer my query. I'll let you know.
bigbadja
Well-known member
Tcon17, superb
I have been delighted with the first results with the Tcon-17 and my beloved C700.
The images are very bright and razor sharp. On a pair of comparative images the Tcon-17 image appears brighter than the camera-only image.
Before delivery I was quite puzzled about how the Cla-4 adapter would attach to the camera. There is no thread in front of the camera lens, as is the usual case with 35mm cameras. I doubted that it would work with my C700....perhaps the later models were threaded, but mine didn't seem to be. I could find no assistance with querying this any where I looked.
All became apparant when the pieces finally arrived.
The Cla-4 adapter screws into the actual body of the camera over the lens barrel.
This also allows for fast attach-deattaching of the Tcon-17 as the adapter can be left permanently in position.
The Tcon-17 at full zoom brings the camera up to 650mm. In good sunlight shots can be made handheld, but for most birding purposes a tripod is necessary.
In Australia the Tcon-17 +Cla-4 adapter can be purchased for around AUD$230.
Regards
Robert
I have been delighted with the first results with the Tcon-17 and my beloved C700.
The images are very bright and razor sharp. On a pair of comparative images the Tcon-17 image appears brighter than the camera-only image.
Before delivery I was quite puzzled about how the Cla-4 adapter would attach to the camera. There is no thread in front of the camera lens, as is the usual case with 35mm cameras. I doubted that it would work with my C700....perhaps the later models were threaded, but mine didn't seem to be. I could find no assistance with querying this any where I looked.
All became apparant when the pieces finally arrived.
The Cla-4 adapter screws into the actual body of the camera over the lens barrel.
This also allows for fast attach-deattaching of the Tcon-17 as the adapter can be left permanently in position.
The Tcon-17 at full zoom brings the camera up to 650mm. In good sunlight shots can be made handheld, but for most birding purposes a tripod is necessary.
In Australia the Tcon-17 +Cla-4 adapter can be purchased for around AUD$230.
Regards
Robert
Robert, if the Tcon17 is even as good as the B300 they made I can understand your pleasure with it. Although I am hearing it might be a wee bit better. I also use the 700 but with the B300 and I don't think I have ever taken the CLA 4 off the camera since it was first put on. Have been tempted to take a look and try the 750 for the higher mega pixels but the 700 has given me some very decent results even with the 2.1 mps
I am very happy with my TCON17 on my C2100, even though Olympus claims they will not work together! It would be very interesting to get 3x teleconverter on C2100 for some/many situations. TCON300 is quite expensive according to the site Ian refers to. Hopefully someone is able to try this lens on the UZ and let us know the results.
Gaukur said:
As an ex Tcon300 owner (used with my E10) I can asure you it is not compatible with any other model. It relies on the special support bracket keeping the 62mm lenses in contact. I tried a hand held shot with an UZI using a step-up ring to match lens size, but it would take considerable engineering on the bracket and tripod mounts to achieve any reasonable success.
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