Teleconvertor, not not teleconvertor

Hi,

I'm completely new to this photography lark, but I'm loving getting out
there and snapping away with my Nikon F55 SLR.

I was wondering what you would recmmond in terms of cost effective EXTRA
zoom than I get from my 70-300mm telephoto lens.

I don't want to spend huge amounts, basically due to the fact that my camera
only cost £300 inc. 2 lenses, bag, lens cloth and 6 ISO400 films. So...
obviously not a top of the range product!!!

I've heard mixed reports about teleconvertors, so, I'd like to know what you
all think... are they worth it? Is there a cheaper option that the official
Nikon one?

TIA for your thoughts.

Jon

 

I use a 1.4 X teleconverter. It is a relatively inexpensive way to
extend a lens. My 300mm f/4 becomes a 420mm f/5.6.

Mine is a Tamron SP and I use Canon gear.

You might see if Nikon recommends a TC for your lens. Some lenses need
special TCs.

Bob

 

Amen! I had a teleconverter back in the 70's and it was crap, and I have
one now, and they are still crap.