Teleconverters
Teleconverters are one of the most useful tools in the photographer's kit bag; they can be mounted between a camera and lens to allow users to increase the magnification of their current lens lineup, without purchasing new lenses. This extra telephoto reach means you can get closer to subjects that your lens would traditionally allow, opening the door for lenses with shorter focal lengths to be used to frame distant subjects; great news for anyone photographing sports and wildlife subjects.
How much of an increase in magnification can you expect to experience when using a teleconverter? The most common magnifications that you will experience are 1.4x and 2x. In simple terms, this means when using a 1.4x teleconverter a 300mm prime lens will provide a 480mm focal length, while when using a 2x teleconverter the same lens will now provide a 600mm focal length.
When using most modern teleconverters your AF system, AE system and other forms of electronic communication between your camera and lens is generally maintained perfectly. Still, there are certain issues that you must be aware of when using a teleconverter. First and foremost, teleconverters are not compatible with every lens in your camera bag, so you will have to investigate this thoroughly before making your purchase. Secondly, using a teleconverter will result in a loss of light, meaning the maximum aperture will be slower when the teleconverter is mounted. For a 1.4x teleconverter, expect to experience a loss of one-stop, while with a 2x teleconverter, this loss is two-stops. In simple terms, if the maximum aperture of your lens is f2.8, this will change to f4 when using a 1.4x teleconverter, and f5.6 with a 2x teleconverter in use.
Wondering if you can use a teleconverter to increase the reach of your current lens? A great place to start your quest for knowledge is our teleconverter buying guide.
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Nikon Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S - With Built-in 1.4x Teleconverter
Nikon Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S - With Built-in 1.4x Teleconverter
$23,999.95
Nikon Z 600mm f/4 TC VR S - With Built-in 1.4x Teleconverter
$23,999.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
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Panasonic Lumix S 2x Teleconverter
Panasonic Lumix S 2x Teleconverter
$899.95
Panasonic Lumix S 2x Teleconverter
$899.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
Usually ready in 24 hours
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Kenko 2X Teleplus HD Teleconverter - Nikon F
Kenko 2X Teleplus HD Teleconverter - Nikon F
$249.95Kenko 2X Teleplus HD Teleconverter - Nikon F
$249.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
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Kenko 2X Teleplus HD Teleconverter - Canon EF
Kenko 2X Teleplus HD Teleconverter - Canon EF
$249.95Kenko 2X Teleplus HD Teleconverter - Canon EF
$249.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
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Panasonic Lumix S 1.4x Teleconverter
Panasonic Lumix S 1.4x Teleconverter
$749.95
Panasonic Lumix S 1.4x Teleconverter
$749.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
Usually ready in 24 hours
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Fujifilm XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR & 1.4x Teleconverter
Fujifilm XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR & 1.4x Teleconverter
$7,999.95
Fujifilm XF 200mm F2 R LM OIS WR & 1.4x Teleconverter
$7,999.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
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Fujifilm GF 1.4x Teleconverter WR
Fujifilm GF 1.4x Teleconverter WR
$1,199.95Fujifilm GF 1.4x Teleconverter WR
$1,199.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
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Nikon Z 2x Teleconverter
Nikon Z 2x Teleconverter
$1,099.95
Nikon Z 2x Teleconverter
$1,099.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
Usually ready in 24 hours
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Nikon Z 1.4x Teleconverter
Nikon Z 1.4x Teleconverter
$999.95
Nikon Z 1.4x Teleconverter
$999.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
Usually ready in 24 hours
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Panasonic Lumix Leica 200mm f2.8 Lens w/ 1.4x Teleconverter
Panasonic Lumix Leica 200mm f2.8 Lens w/ 1.4x Teleconverter
$3,999.95
Panasonic Lumix Leica 200mm f2.8 Lens w/ 1.4x Teleconverter
$3,999.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
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Viltrox 2X II Teleconverter C-AF - Canon EF
Viltrox 2X II Teleconverter C-AF - Canon EF
$219.95Viltrox 2X II Teleconverter C-AF - Canon EF
$219.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
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Olympus MC-20 2x Teleconverter
Olympus MC-20 2x Teleconverter
$699.95Olympus MC-20 2x Teleconverter
$699.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
Usually ready in 24 hours
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Sony FE 20TC 2x Teleconverter
Sony FE 20TC 2x Teleconverter
$799.95
Sony FE 20TC 2x Teleconverter
$799.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
Usually ready in 24 hours
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Sony FE 14TC 1.4x Teleconverter
Sony FE 14TC 1.4x Teleconverter
$799.95
Sony FE 14TC 1.4x Teleconverter
$799.95Pickup available at Adelaide CBD
Usually ready in 24 hours
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