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Kenko Auto Extension Tube Set DG for Nikon Lens

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Kenko Auto Extension Tube Set DG for Nikon Lens
Key Features
  • Enables Closer Focusing/Macro Capability
  • 12mm, 20mm, 36mm Tubes
  • Works Individually or Combined
  • Retains Auto Focus Capability
The Kenko Auto Extension Tube Set DG contains three tubes of different length - 12mm, 20mm, and 36mm - which can be used individually or in any combination to obtain the desired magnification. Actual magnification effect changes with each specific lens.
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Nikon F
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Kenko Auto Extension Tube Overview

The Kenko Auto Extension Tube Set DG contains three tubes of different length - 12mm, 20mm, and 36mm - which can be used individually or in any combination to obtain the desired magnification. Actual magnification effect changes with each specific lens.

This DG Extension tube set has upgraded "Gate-Array IC" circuitry to work better with digital SLR's and some of the digital SLR lenses, like the Nikon DX (e.g. 17-55mm, 10.5mm) digital-only lenses.

Extension tubes are designed to enable a lens to focus closer than its normal set minimum focusing distance. Getting closer has the effect of magnifying your subject (making it appear larger in the viewfinder and in your pictures). They are exceptionally useful for macro photography, enabling you to convert almost any lens into a macro lens at a fraction of the cost while maintaining its original optical quality.

The extension tubes have no optics. They are mounted in between the camera body and lens to create more distance between the lens and film plane. By moving the lens farther away from the film or CCD sensor in the camera, the lens is forced to focus much closer than normal. The greater the length of the extension tube, the closer the lens can focus.

When using the camera's TTL metering system, no exposure compensation will be required (exposure compensation is required for handheld meters).

The Kenko Auto Extension Tube Set DG is compatible with Nikon DSLR cameras and F-mount lenses and is optimized to work with Autofocus lenses.
Kenko's Auto Focus extension tubes are designed with all the circuitry and mechanical coupling to maintain auto focus and TTL auto exposure with most Nikon lenses given there is enough light (at f/5.6 or brighter) to activate the cameras AF system properly.

Kenko Auto Extension Tube Specs

Mount
Nikon F
Weight
2.1 oz / 60 g (12 mm Tube)
3.0 oz / 85 g (20 mm Tube)
4.4 oz / 125 g (36 mm Tube)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.655 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
12.95 x 7 x 2.7"

Kenko Auto Extension Tube Reviews

Solid. More than just closeup

By john
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-07-30

Purchased to explore macro photography. Happy with quality and results so far. Accidentally discovered that with 100 to 400 lens, they can be used for more than just closeup. I was able to take pictures of items about 15 feet away. The focal range is really small, but images are sharp.

Outstanding value for results

By Brook
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-06

Kenko was recommended by my photography teacher. Because it transfers all lens settings to the camera, my pictures turn out great. Just inserted the extension tube in between lens and camera and was ready to shoot!

Kenko Auto Extension Tubes M4/

By Theodore
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-03

How cool is this?! Extension tubes for much less cost than a dedicated macro lens and that allow the camera body to talk to and maintain all the functionality of the lenses you mount. Maybe you don't get sll the functionality of a dedicated macro lens b ut you certainly get enough to allow you to explore this type of photography and decide if you want to take a deep dive into it Yes, I recommend these

Amateur photographer, but....

By Philip
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-15

Build quality is consistent with other reviews. They're not "premium" level, but solid and comfortable. As stated in the title, I am strictly amateur level, but learning. I used a 50mm Nikon prime lens, and struggled a bit with focus and light, but the payoff is coming. I was pleasantly surprised by the results. I would like to share a photo, but don't seem to be able to upload from my ipad where they're stored. I want to learn close up/macro photography and these seemed a neat way to begin. Overall, I'm quite happy with the purchase.

A winner!

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-06

Very well made extension tubes with contacts that allow auto exposure, etc. My Nikon 105mm macro lens doesn't wobble with 1, 2, or all 3 tubes used. Excellent product.

Excellent product

By MUHAMMAD
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-12-31

Easy to use

Just as good as my old ones

By Eric
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-06-29

My old extension tubes were pretty banged up, so these were simply replacements. The old ones (18 years old) were rugged and reliable. These are built of the same quality and will serve my needs for years to come.

solid, high quality auto macro accessory

By George
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-05-30

I bought these after having focus and exposure problems with a manual equivalent. Well worth the extra cost. Well made, durable construction.

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Yes, they are both compatible with the Nikon D-300.
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Date published: 2018-08-28

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Will these tubes work with the D810 and the 60mm Macro?
Asked by: Debra S.
I don't have the D810, but it has a built-in AF motor to drive the old AF lenses, and the Nikon mount is the same. Should work just fine for you.
Answered by: Steven E.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Asked by: DARRELL
They work with the AIS lens, and function the same as without the tube(s).
Answered by: WING-WAH
Date published: 2021-06-27

Will they work with a Nikon D7200 and Nikon ...

Will they work with a Nikon D7200 and Nikon 200-500 F5.6?
Asked by: Charles
YES...Like all extension tubes, the exposure will be difficult unless special lighting ( continuous or flash light are used )
Answered by: Shanmuga S
Date published: 2021-11-03

Will this work with Nikon D3300?

Will this work with Nikon D3300?
Asked by: LING
Yes, should work fine with that camera. I am not sure, however, if AF-P lenses are compatible.
Answered by: Matthew
Date published: 2021-10-16

Do these tubes work on the Z9 with or without the ...

Do these tubes work on the Z9 with or without the adapter for Nikon F ?
Asked by: Bill
These Extension Tubes will fit on the Nikon Z9 with the Nikon FTZ adapter. In terms of compatibility it would need to be tested since it was not designed fore this use.
Answered by: Yaakov
Date published: 2023-05-03

question

I returned one set of Vello tubes and am having pretty much the same problems with the 2nd set. With all 3 on a 200mm macro Nikon lens, I get FE for aperture. And there is vignetting with the tubes. Put on a 300mm 2.8 lens, it tries to focus but never locks. Does the Kenko set have the same reduced inner diameter that causes vignetting and are they likely to have the same problems?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Kenko Auto Extension Tubes have a reduced inner diameter, however they will not cause vignette when being used.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Do these work with the Nikon D850?

Do these work with the Nikon D850?
Asked by: Juan felix
Yes, the Kenko Auto Extension Tube Set DG for Nikon Lens, B&H # KEAETSND, may be used with the Nikon D850 DSLR camera.
Answered by: Manzell
Date published: 2023-03-29
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