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From: Patrice Chiniara <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Hi all...
>
> The following is the translation from the Chasseur d'Images article...
It's
> not 100% accurate, but it's good enough... :)
>
> Good news for the users of the Canon lenses: 2 new teleconverters will hit
> the market soon,, the 1.4 and 2x TC.
>
> The 1.4x and 2x TC, labeled II, are weather sealed as per the new L-IS
> teleconverters and are totally compatible with them... With 7 lenses in 5
> groups, with a multilayer treatment, the 2x TC is 58mm long and weights
> about 265g. The 1.4x TC is composed of 5 lenses in 4 groups, measures 27mm
> long and weights about 220g.
>
> The TCs are very pricey (3800F, same price for both). Optical quality is
> improved.
Thanks Patrice...good translation...but not such good news about the price
increase. I'd better break down and get the "old" 2X while it's still
available. My money exchange calculator indicates that 3,800 French Francs
equals $537 US Dollars. Wow!
Gary Russell
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