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p.1 #1 · p.1 #1 · 7d mkII able to use all focus points with kenko 1.4x | |
I decided to try my Kenko 1.4x converter with my 7d mkII again. When I first got my 7d mkII I tried it with my 100-400 (original) and the Kenko 1.4x converter. While I was able to use all the focus points, I wasn't happy with the results. Autofocus Micoadjustment didn't work correctly and the pictures weren't sharp. Also the 400 5.6 wouldn't work with the converter. I decided to try it again, this time with Autofocus Microadjustment turned off. The converter correctly reports f8 with the 100-400 and all focus points work. There is no hunting as when I tried a taped pin canon 1.4x II. Sometimes it takes a little longer to lock focus but once locked the focus stays locked. Also the exposure is about 1 stop overexposed. For me this doesn't matter because I usually take a picture and check it on the display then use compensation to get the exposure right. The key seems to be to have Autofocus Microadjustment turned off completely and adjust exposure. The Kenko is the Teleplus Pro 300 and mine has a blue dot. I use AI Servo about 99% of the time but I tried a few shots in one shot mode and the camera focused correctly. I was also able to get my 400 5.6 working with the Kenko with Autofocus Microadjustment turned off but haven't tested it in the field yet. Does this mean Canon can give the 7d mkII all focus points at f8 with a firmware update?
Mike
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