Century Precision Optics 0HD-20TC-EX1 2X Teleconverter? at DVinfo.net

John DuMontelle · December 16th, 2013, 08:00 AM

Wondering...truly worth the investment by those of us who own an EX3?

When I see the words "offers partial zoom through capability" in the description...my gut reaction is "no".

However there's a side of me thinking I might be wrong.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/634562-REG/Century_Precision_Optics_0HD_20TC_EX1_0HD_20TC_EX1_2X_Teleconverter_Lens.html

Phil Murray · December 16th, 2013, 09:44 PM

John,

I have the Century 1.6 teleconverter for the EX series and I wouldn't trade it for anything. If I could find a decent price for a used 2.0, I'd buy it in a heartbeat.

My lens is tack sharp, especially after I sent it into Schneider for some warranty repair. They quickly fixed a focusing issue and had it back to me in a very short time.

I think the "partial zoom through capability" should actually refer to being able to zoom out. You get vignetting at some point -- can't remember exactly where is appears with my lens -- but I didn't buy it for wide-angle shots. It's a telephoto lens and that's what I use it for.

Phil

John DuMontelle · December 18th, 2013, 06:48 PM

Can't thank you enough for the info Phil.

I value those who have real hands on experience with gear I'm interested in.

Just reading the "tack sharp" comment has me getting ready to buy myself a Christmas gift...after January 1!

Thanks! ;)

December 16th, 2013, 08:00 AM	#1
John DuMontelle Regular Crew Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Miami, Florida USA Posts: 114	Century Precision Optics 0HD-20TC-EX1 2X Teleconverter? Wondering...truly worth the investment by those of us who own an EX3? When I see the words "offers partial zoom through capability" in the description...my gut reaction is "no". However there's a side of me thinking I might be wrong. http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/634562-REG/Century_Precision_Optics_0HD_20TC_EX1_0HD_20TC_EX1_2X_Teleconverter_Lens.html __________________ John DuMontelle - Freelance / Miami, Florida - USA http://www.latincamproductions.com/

December 16th, 2013, 09:44 PM	#2
Phil Murray Major Player Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Cusco, Peru Posts: 375	Re: Century Precision Optics 0HD-20TC-EX1 2X Teleconverter? John, I have the Century 1.6 teleconverter for the EX series and I wouldn't trade it for anything. If I could find a decent price for a used 2.0, I'd buy it in a heartbeat. My lens is tack sharp, especially after I sent it into Schneider for some warranty repair. They quickly fixed a focusing issue and had it back to me in a very short time. I think the "partial zoom through capability" should actually refer to being able to zoom out. You get vignetting at some point -- can't remember exactly where is appears with my lens -- but I didn't buy it for wide-angle shots. It's a telephoto lens and that's what I use it for. Phil

December 18th, 2013, 06:48 PM	#3
John DuMontelle Regular Crew Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Miami, Florida USA Posts: 114	Re: Century Precision Optics 0HD-20TC-EX1 2X Teleconverter? Can't thank you enough for the info Phil. I value those who have real hands on experience with gear I'm interested in. Just reading the "tack sharp" comment has me getting ready to buy myself a Christmas gift...after January 1! Thanks! ;) __________________ John DuMontelle - Freelance / Miami, Florida - USA http://www.latincamproductions.com/