I have both of the Vivitar 2X multipliers and the Oly 2XA unit. In response
to some questions on the List I made some test exposures using all three.
The film is developed but the slides are not mounted yet. A quick glance at
the shots made with the 2XA and the Vivitar Macro Focusing units show very
similar results. I would recommend that you buy the Vivitar now and pick up
an Oly when funds are more available. Each type is now for sale on E*bay.
I'll try to get those slides mounted so I can do a better comparison. /jim
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From: owner-olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:owner-olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Johan Malmstrom
Sent: Friday, April 12, 2002 6:44 AM
To: olympus Zuiko.sls.bc.ca
Subject: [OM] Vivitar 2x macro/teleconverter vs. Zuiko 50/3.5 Macro or
both?
Fellows!
In my local photoshop (or camera store, not the application from A*obe) I've
found one Zuiko 50/3.5 Macro that I have wanted a some months now, due to my
student budget keeping the Zuikoholic in order. Recent mailings on this list
have opened my eyes for a other piece equipment that is for sale in same
shop, a Vivitar 2x Macro Focusing Teleconverter MC. The "want" for the macro
is slowly turning to "need". I have realized that I do have extension tubes
for macro but no teleconveter... I do have a Zukio 135/2.8 that could be
extended and replace the Tokina 300/5.6 I have (and love to hate).
So now I ask you to tell me: Do I get 5 times more bang for the buck with
the Zuiko-lens? Can I learn to like my 300/5.6 with another focusing screen?
Please help...
/ Johan - I do want my master degree so I can earn some OMoney
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