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Old 04-09-2008, 01:45 PM
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Default Pro Optic Auto Extention Tube Set
I just ordered my Extention Tubes and I am very excited. I was thinking about getting the Kenko tubes but they were double the price. Thought I would try the Pro Optic and see how it goes. If I don't like it I will exchange for the Kenko. Does anyone have these tubes? What are your experience with them?
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Old 04-09-2008, 02:22 PM
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Are these tubes for macro work?

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And do they preserve autofocus and more importantly aperture control? If so, they sound very interesting indeed.
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They are for Macro work. I have talked to others on this site that have, use and like them. I believe it does still perserve auto focus & I am not sure about aperture control but I have a feeling it is all auto. I guess I will find out soon enough.
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I have a set of tubes that force me to full manual, with a wide open lens. It is great because the DOF is so tight. My tubes are in segments that I can stack. I got them from ebay for $20US delivered.
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Where did you get them from?
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I got them from Adorama.com You can also get them from amazon.com or camera stores.
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They are for Macro work....
Okay - I've shifted this across to the macro section (a bit less busy and also more chance of people finding it in the future).

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Old 04-10-2008, 02:54 PM
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in the April 2008 issues of Pop Photo, pg 26, is a wonderful article on extension tubes. "The $75 Close-Up Kit" by Iam Shive.

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