Needed: lens doubler for the HVX

[tduncan]

I was ready to get the M2 before I read it flips the image. I can't see myself standing on a beach shooting surfers with that setup.

so what is the best alternative? How about the Century 2x for the HVX?

thanks,
td

 

[Matt Gottshalk]

The Century 2x is great and sharp, but it is NOT fully zoom-through.

If you consider it a 2x prime, then you wil be fine.

Also, it is a HEAVY bastard, so make sure you have a nice set of rails to support it.

Matt G

 

[tduncan]

The Century 2x is great and sharp, but it is NOT fully zoom-through.

If you consider it a 2x prime, then you wil be fine.

Also, it is a HEAVY bastard, so make sure you have a nice set of rails to support it.

How do you support it with rails? It appears to simply bolt or screw on the front.

thanks

 

[Matt Gottshalk]

How do you support it with rails? It appears to simply bolt or screw on the front.

thanks

It does attach directly to the HVX.


It also comes with a connector thingy that attaches to the rails, and then you can rest the 2x on it, thereby taking alot of the weight off of the HVX.

 

[craigjharris]

What are the main issues with it not being a 'fully zoom through'? What is the benefit of the Century 2x?

 

[tduncan]

Any ideas where can I get the best deal on one in LA, this week?

(not mail order)

thanks

 

[SomewhereinLA]

Abelcine has very good prices on the Century lenses. Unfortunatly I have found the 2x to be backordered in most places.

 

[bbalser]

Here's the thread I started on this lens with photos:

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=75548&highlight=tele-converter