Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II
The result of using extension tubes is that the distance from the back of the lens to the film surface is longer, which means you can take photographs at shorter distances to the subject. Extension tubes are thus commonly used for macro photography and sometimes for closeup portraits.
When using the camera's TTL metering system, no exposure compensation will be required (exposure compensation is required for handheld meters).
This updated version II is now also fully compatible with Canon Digital EF-S lenses, as well as standard photo EF and TS-E lenses.
Extension Tube EF 25 II is recommended for lenses with a focal length of 50mm and up (EF-S 18-55mm can be used at middle and tele zoom settings).
- Shortens focusing distance of lens
- Compatible with EF-S lenses, as well as EF and TS-E lenses
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White-index mark provided for digital SLR EF-S lenses
Red mark provided for photo lenses
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by PowerReviews(based on 113 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Lightweight (71)
- Durable (61)
- Easily interchangeable (58)
- Strong construction (46)
- Consistent output (32)
Cons
- Slow focus (7)
- Poor in low light (3)
Best Uses
- Macro photography (78)
- Macro (9)
- Wildlife (5)
- Wildlife photos (5)
- Low light (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (36), Semi-pro photographer (19), Enthusiast (14), Pro photographer (14), Semi-professional (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (47)
Most Liked Positive Review
The path to ultra high quality macros.
I'm using this extension tube primarily with my Canon EF 70-200 f4L IS lens. The images are stunning and the extension tube/lens combination is easy to use. If you've already got some ...Read complete review
I'm using this extension tube primarily with my Canon EF 70-200 f4L IS lens. The images are stunning and the extension tube/lens combination is easy to use. If you've already got some excellent lenses and don't need magnification beyond 1-to-1, then this is an inexpensive solution to seriously consider, particularly as compared to buying a dedicated macro lens. With my 70-200 I get the advantage of exceptional optics combined with power of image stabilization for incredible shooting easy.
Used in my system (Canon 5D MkII with L lenses) I see no downside to this product.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Take times to learn
Tried it with my 24-70 cannon lens, very difficult to focus. After several attempts, the 70-200 Cannon lens, I was getting some great shots, but took time to learn the distance...Read complete review
Tried it with my 24-70 cannon lens, very difficult to focus. After several attempts, the 70-200 Cannon lens, I was getting some great shots, but took time to learn the distance for focusing.
After playing with the distance, the quality was as good as the macro lens.
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Pros
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
macro photography
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
Great extension to a lens. Would recommend. And,
buy from B&H. They are prompt and sell quality products.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
I am a wedding photographer in SW Florida. I was looking for a better way to get some crisp closeups of details, such as the wedding rings.
This extension tube was the answer! I connect it to my 70-200 and I can get as close as I want to whatever macro item I need to fill the frame. So far I have had no problems with it. Just remember that if you are shooting wide open you have to be a bit more precise about your distance. It works a bit easier if you aren't wide open I have found.
-Darren-
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
I purchased both EF 12 II and EF 25 II to use with my Canon 100mm f2.8L Macro IS USM. Getting very intriguing results. Simple straight forward to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- cheap
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
I was considering whether to purchase a Macro lens as I want to try out Macro photography. After some consideration, I decided to get the an extension tube. I got the Canon EF 25 II extension tube and it works with all my canon lens especially the EF 70-200mm F/4L.
Now, I'm planning to make my own Macro photography studio and start practicing macro photography
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
Great product. Fit and function are just what I'd expect. I already have the smaller EF 12 Extension Tube. Nice to have both - can use either or stack. Worth the extra $ vs. third party tubes to me. I use this with my 200/2.8L and 300/4L IS. Great for keeping some distance along with nice magnification. Jim
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
Extension Tubes are a pretty basic device so it is difficult to get into specifics of this sort of product. But, I put it on my camera, it does what it is supposed to do. The AF works through it but since objects are so close to the lens creating great differences in focal points it will try to bounce back and forth between points--but that isn't the tube's fault, just the nature of macro. MF is pretty standard in this sort of work.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
I used the EF 25 with my Macro 100mm IS. Fantastic close up detail, but with a razor thin depth of field, it takes patience to get the focus on the detail you want. Looking forward to finding the right insect on a wind less day.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easily Interchangeable
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
I'm an amateur photographer getting into the world of macro. I thought buying an extension tube would be a cheaper way to extend the use of my current lens before diving in and buying a more expensive macro lens. I'm very pleased with the results. My shots are much closer than previously and actually seem a bit sharper, although that might just be me getting better at photography :-)
The thing I didn't expect was how limited my range of focus would be. On my telephoto (55-250mm), I can only focus on items within 5'-6'. And with my regular (18-55mm) lens, I have to be within inches to focus. I'm not saying this is bad since my main purpose for this purchase was macro photography, it was just unexpected, or something I didn't think about before the purchase. In any case, I'm satisfied with this product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Food photography
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
This is the cheapest way to get closer to your subject,I purchased the EF 25 II and the EF 12 II to test them, but I kept both.
Great close ups with any lens, i tested with 50mm 1.4, 100mm IS L macro, 18-200mm IS, all same result...perfect !!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Fits EF and EF-S lenses
Cons
- Costs a bit more
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
I had other tubes, but they wouldn't work with my EF-S lenses. The Canon fits perfect and allows me to have macro capability with all my lenses. It is a great way to add diversity to my photographic portfolio. Sure, you pay more, but nothing beats Canon quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
I bought this and the EF 12 II for use in photographing butterflies and am extremely happy with the results. I have used the EF 25 II & the EF12 II either alone or combined on my Canon 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS lens on my Canon 7D to allow me to get closer to the bugs thereby increasing the magnification with excellent results. Light loss is minimal/not noticeable with excellent detail; I have not found any significant impact to focusing speed. I have also used these with the 24-105 f/4L IS lens, although you have to get much closer to the bugs for good results while increasing the chances they'll fly away. [@]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
I have had the opportunity to purchase extension tube sets with three tubes that were cheap plastic. (The key word here is "CHEAP.") I am VERY glad I waited to buy the Canon tube. Beautifully built as is the other Canon equipment I own.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro
- Macro Photography
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
Been shooting closeups of flowers and everything I can find. It gives great detail, allowing me to get very close into a subject with my 18-135mm lens attached. Very short focal length (50mm), but that is part of the coolness of the extension tube. A great solution to buying a macro lens for several hundred dollars!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
I use the Extension Tube EF 25 II on my Canon 100mm Macro lens for taking photos of flowers and nature shots. The tube has given me the ability to get in closer and tighter for some really great shots. I love macro abstract photography and it's perfect for that purpose. At this time, I do not see any disadvantages or problems with this piece of photographic equipment.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
Very good.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
used it for macro photograpy in the park and i love it
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Nice Bokeh
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
Works great, I use this with the Sigma 50mm F1.4,some Contax and Leica lenses. I'm very happy with the results I'm getting...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Slow Focus
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
Bought this to enhance the canon 50mm f/2.5 EF COMPACT MACRO LENS. No complaints with the extension tub BUT it just makes the 50mm Macro focus even slower ... I think if you really want to shoot MACRO go for the gold and the USM 100mm macro.. I am sure that is well worth the 1000+.....
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro Photography
Comments about Canon Extension Tube EF 25 II:
Basically, it allows shots to be taken at a shorter distances to the subject and adds somewhat-macro capability to existing lenses.
Better for manual focus operation.
In some situation, it takes a long time to focus if not not focusing at all with auto-focus.
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