Wide converter WC-DC58N

Autumn · 17th of March 2004 (Wed)

I would like to get a wide converter for my G3. Is there anywhere where I could buy one cheaper that the original Canon one (ie a compatible lens)which will work with the G3. Can anyone give me a link please?

PeterS45 · 17th of March 2004 (Wed)

Try tyhis one http://www.lensmateonline.com/. I prefer Canon quality myself, but I heard these lenses are also fine.

Autumn · 17th of March 2004 (Wed)

Thanks for your speedy response. They look to have a good supply but I think they are all a bit pricey for my needs. I suppose I should put it on my wish list.

Deckyon · 17th of March 2004 (Wed)

PeterS45 - They were talking about the lens, not the adapter.

Autumn - I would recommend you get the Canon lens. It was specifically designed for use with the G3/5. I have been saving up, and with tax returns, I will have it. Sometimes it is just better to wait and get the right lens, than having to "get it now!" I have had my Canon Tele for a year, and have been wanting the Wide since then. I could have gotten a cheaper one, but I wanted the Canon lens, not a copy.

However, I have heard "some" decent things about the lenses from Raynox, http://www.raynox.co.jp/english/digital/egcanong3.htm. There is more vignetting and aparently some color aborations with those lenses, but they are less expensive.

PeterS45 · 17th of March 2004 (Wed)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deckyon

PeterS45 - They were talking about the lens, not the adapter.

Take a look at the order page and you'll find you can also order the Kenko, Tiffen and Raynox lenses, and some close-up lenses.

abel · 17th of March 2004 (Wed)

i paid 139 from a mail order place for my wide and angle and i must say that i am very happy with it so far...

you can also keep an eye on ebay, sometimes there will be some inexpensive ones on there, just have to have the patience of waiting and looking...

heres a shot to show the difference between my stock G5 and one of the wide angle lens on it.

mookiemeister · 17th of March 2004 (Wed)

Which wide angle lens did you use to shoot that photo? Canon WC-DC58N?

abel · 17th of March 2004 (Wed)

yes i used the canon wide angle... sorry.

heres my setup: canon g5, lensmate 58mm adapter, canon wc-dc58n

Deckyon · 17th of March 2004 (Wed)

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeterS45

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deckyon

PeterS45 - They were talking about the lens, not the adapter.

Take a look at the order page and you'll find you can also order the Kenko, Tiffen and Raynox lenses, and some close-up lenses.

You are correct. I apologize.

17th of March 2004 (Wed)	#1
Autumn Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 103	Wide converter WC-DC58N I would like to get a wide converter for my G3. Is there anywhere where I could buy one cheaper that the original Canon one (ie a compatible lens)which will work with the G3. Can anyone give me a link please?

17th of March 2004 (Wed)	#2
PeterS45 Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Almere - The Netherlands Posts: 521	Try tyhis one http://www.lensmateonline.com/. I prefer Canon quality myself, but I heard these lenses are also fine. __________________ EOS 350D/Rebel XT, Sigma 18-125 & 55-200mm.

17th of March 2004 (Wed)	#4
Deckyon Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Louisville, KY - USA Posts: 624	PeterS45 - They were talking about the lens, not the adapter. Autumn - I would recommend you get the Canon lens. It was specifically designed for use with the G3/5. I have been saving up, and with tax returns, I will have it. Sometimes it is just better to wait and get the right lens, than having to "get it now!" I have had my Canon Tele for a year, and have been wanting the Wide since then. I could have gotten a cheaper one, but I wanted the Canon lens, not a copy. However, I have heard "some" decent things about the lenses from Raynox, http://www.raynox.co.jp/english/digital/egcanong3.htm. There is more vignetting and aparently some color aborations with those lenses, but they are less expensive. __________________ Brad Buskey http://www.sturmphoto.com Canon EOS 1D Mark II Canon EOS 20D Canon EF L Lenses Omega View 45F Monorail View Camera

17th of March 2004 (Wed)	#6
abel Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 386	i paid 139 from a mail order place for my wide and angle and i must say that i am very happy with it so far... you can also keep an eye on ebay, sometimes there will be some inexpensive ones on there, just have to have the patience of waiting and looking... heres a shot to show the difference between my stock G5 and one of the wide angle lens on it. __________________ Abel Longoria http://www.HoustonPotog.com

17th of March 2004 (Wed)	#8
abel Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 386	yes i used the canon wide angle... sorry. heres my setup: canon g5, lensmate 58mm adapter, canon wc-dc58n __________________ Abel Longoria http://www.HoustonPotog.com

17th of March 2004 (Wed)	#7
mookiemeister Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 109	Which wide angle lens did you use to shoot that photo? Canon WC-DC58N?

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