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Sony SAL-20TC 2.0x Teleconverter Lens for Sony Alpha Digital SLR Camera
 
Manufacturer: Sony
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Product Description
Extend the range of your primary lens with the Sony SAL-20TC 2.0x teleconverter lens. Using the SAL-20TC, you can extend the photographic range of your primary lens by 2x, letting you cover more distance and capture more subjects without the burden of extra equipment. This extra range--when combined with the lens's compact size--makes it a hand accessory on long wilderness treks or while traveling on vacation. Even better, the lens offers a superb optical performance that preserves both the accuracy and the image quality of your primary lens. The SAL-20TC supports the G series 70-200mm f/2.8 G telephoto zoom, the G series 300mm f/2.8 G telephoto lenses, and the unique Sony 135mm f/2.8 STF (Smooth Transition Focus) lens. Note that photographers will have to compensate for their reduced light transmission by opening their apertures two steps with the 2x converter.

  • Lens groups: 5 groups and 6 elements
  • Aspheric elements: No
  • Lens type: Telephoto and telephoto zoom
  • Distance encoder: Yes
  • Dimensions: 2.51 inches in diameter and 1.71 inches long
  • Weight: 0.44 pounds

Product Details
  • 2x teleconverter lens for extending photographic range of primary lens
  • Lets you cover more distance and capture more subjects without changing lenses
  • Preserves both accuracy and image quality of primary lens for superb performance
  • Compatible with Sony G series 70-200mm, G series 300mm, and 135mm STF lenses
  • Measures 2.51 inches in diameter and 1.71 inches long; weighs 0.44 pounds

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Exactly as advertised
 
Review Date: December 24, 2007
Reviewer: Aaron D. Daley, Arlington, VA United States
This little guy is compact and lightweight. I added it to my G series 70-200mm lens. A few preconceived notions I had were dispelled almost immediately. They said the f stops would need to drop by two by adding this. I thought I would have to make manual adjustments. I did not. When you power on, the lowest two fstops are removed as an option, and even in auto exposure, the pictures are exposed properly. Excellent shots with this fitted behind the G series lens.

One nice thing I did not know about is that they include a bag that fits this teleconverter snugly. I thought I would be stuck finding a really small bag to put it in.
not worth the money
 
Review Date: February 22, 2010
Reviewer: J. Mayer, Central MA, USA
I had to return the converter as the image quality suffers significantly. I used a tripod and used it handheld with the G series 70-200mm lens. The images were significantly reduced in their quality. I had to return the unit as it was unacceptable or me.

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