Used Nikon TC-17E II 1.7x Auto Focus Teleconverter for AF-S & AF-i Lenses

2023-08-08T07:08:05

Very good TC but you'll need to AF fine tune with each intended lens to get optimal quality. Like any TC it increases both magnification and aberrations so zooms won't fair as well as primes. People that complain about combining with the 70-200/2.8 are probably using it at 200 and that's usually the softest focal length in the range.

AlanLW

Originally posted at

2023-03-30T11:08:47

I had mine for many years and results are outstanding. Primarily for my 300PF, 500PF, and 600f4 EFL.

Salvador C.

Originally posted at

2019-10-04T20:00:00

I tested the AF-S Nikon TC-17E II teleconverter on the new Nikon AF-S Nikkor 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens and the results are remarkable. This configuration results in a maximum aperture of f/9.5, but my Nikon D500 camera body had no problem acquiring Auto Focus. This overall configuration results in an effective focal length of 1275mm. All the photos below were taken hand held.

Scripps23

Originally posted at

2019-06-26T11:20:01

So far, having had the teleconverter only a couple of weeks, I find it totally compatible with either my Nikon D-850 or the D-500. I have not used it in the field very much yet, but am looking forward to using it there. My intent is to use it on wildlife and macro photography.

H.S G.

2019-05-14T05:35:44

Ok in a pinch but allot of detail loss with 600f4

william h.

2019-03-09T19:00:00

I recently found out about an opportunity to photograph military jets in flight, but my 70-200mm f/2.8 lens wouldn't be adequate. It was suggested I use a teleconverter. So I bought this one, and I have not been disappointed. It reduces the maximum aperture from f/2.8 to f/4.8, but in bright lighting conditions, that's not been a problem; plus the lens's VR function really helps with motion blur. Images are nearly as sharp as without, and of course my new reach is 340mm. I'm very well pleased.

LarLac

Originally posted at

2018-12-17T05:22:40

It works as described, resulting in clear images.

Kelly L.

2018-07-13T20:00:00

I bought a TC-17E II as a used product from a respected online vendor. After using it with my Nikkor 200-500mm zoom lens for a bit over a year I came to the conclusion that perhaps the converter needed to be serviced, so I sent it back to Nikon and they found the converter to meet factory standards, though they did clean it up. The Nikon lens compatibility guide shows that the 200-500mm lens is not compatible for autofocus. I tried manual focus for several photos. I did get some good results, but they seemed inconsistent with distance. I got decent results for nearby subjects (roughly 15-25 feet) but unsatisfactory results for 100-200 feet in manual- or auto-focus. I notice that others have had good results with different lenses. I suspect that with practice and careful exposure one might get better results with this converter/zoom lens combination. I'll keep trying.

jsb1961

Originally posted at

2018-04-09T12:14:39

I've always had a TeleXtender on my D810 and then I finally just took it off, and wowza! My telefoto lens is so much better without it. I had another 1.7X before that this one replaced there, for awhile, then it got torqued also, and now it mostly doesn't work either. Mayhaps someday I'll get a 1.4X. But what I really need is a lens longer than 300mm. It might even — [deep breath] be a zoom. I mean, this one worked there for awhile, but so what? I can enlarge the image more without it, and the pix look just so much better.

J C.

2017-10-19T14:37:02

I have the older 70-200 2.8 VR and I read that it would perform perhaps sub par with the older 70-200. While it did have some focus breathing issues I was shooting a college football game from the sidelines with a lot of action and mostly long shots. The TC performed fairly well, I was frustrated a periodically but overall it functioned well. All images needed sharpening in post and they did look a little hazy/soft in the camera but on my computer they were sharper than I thought. I would recommend it with advisements.

BRIT H.

2017-07-04T11:50:12

I have this for a friend, he use this to get double his pro lens.

GEORGE Z.

2017-06-26T20:00:00

I’ve been using the TC-1.7 for some months now. I am more than happy with the product. I use it for bird’s photo on a 600 mm and 300 mm lenses. Yes you do loose some f/stop but in sunny conditions, it is not a problem. I adjust my camera to a slower speed shutter and higher ISO and I am very happy with the results. As far as the bokeh at f/4 goes, I loose nothing. For quality loss, you indeed loose some quality but since I do not work for the National Geographic, the slight loss of quality if very acceptable considering that I’ve added 400 mm on my 600 mm lens or can go around with a lightweight 510 mm f/6.4 (300 mm x 1.7).

Nelson

Originally posted at

2017-05-24T09:42:05

this teleconverter is used on a D810 with a 300mm f/4 Fresnel telelens. The known loss of light due to light fall off does not seem to be a major problem for the camera in terms of autofousing, at least not for subjects that move relatively slowly. Also the image quality does not seem to become substantially degraded as judged from using standard tools in photoshop. Exact optical measurements such as those done by DXO labs (that I am unable to do) might reveal image and focus problems that are not readily apparent for the typical amateur. Price could be reduced 20% or so , so more hobbyists would likely use this teleconverter.

Rolf B.

2016-09-13T08:32:29

This is an excellent teleconverter. Just make sure that it is compatible with your specific Nikon lens. I returned it to get the new 1.4 which works with the Nikon 80-400 lens and a D4.

PHILIP C.

2016-06-20T20:00:00

My experience with the 1.7x and my 400 f2.8 resulted in less accurate and slower focus tracking (D610), and compromised sharpness. The 400mm was sharper (when cropped) and faster without the 1.7x converter. I returned the 1.7x and had terrible difficulty with Nikon's insistence on complete, original packaging. It was generally a negative experience. My 1.4x was better but the 2x was equally poor.

DucatiDad

Originally posted at

2016-03-26T20:00:00

Have used this teleconverter extensively with my Nikon 300mm f/2.8 and my Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8, with no issues in very rugged conditions. It is my go to teleconverter for my 300mm lens when my 600mm is not with me. Never been disappointed.

FrankAbbottPhotography

Originally posted at

2015-11-22T04:06:33

I use this teleconverter almost exclusively with my 500mm f4 VR2 and the results never fail to surprise me. All functions of my camera are available and the clarity is amazing.

Allen C.

2015-09-06T20:00:00

I use this Teleconverter it mainly on my AF-S Nikkor 300mm f/4 PF ED VR and no noticeable drop of image quality. VR working very well. AF works fine, maybe a tiny bit slower. Compact light and fast. SJ

StanJag

Originally posted at

2015-06-09T21:00:00

I bought it with the 300mm f2.8 lens. A perfect match. Due to the crop factor of my D300, the 300mm with the 1.7X converter become a 756mm f4.8. Nikon rounds it to a nice sounding 750mm. Works for me. I find it to be just right ... More punch than the 1.4X converter, and cuts less light than the 2X converter. Right in the middle. Perfect.

DAVID H.

2015-05-29T20:00:00

I have the TC 1.4 ii and iii as well as the TC 1.7ii and TC 2.0iii I use the TC 1.7 ii with my Nikon D810 and 300mm f2.8 vrii. I regard the D810 as the best multipurpose camera ever made by Nikon as well as the 300 f2.8. The 300mm f2.8 is on the short end of the telephoto's and lack the reach of the long once especially for bird photography. This is why I use TC's as the lens is very easy to handle in a SUV that I use most of the time for our wildlife photography. The TC 1.7 was the black sheep of the TC's in my bag until a recent trip where I decided to test it extensively. The focus is very fast, the IQ very good and you have to be a pixel peeper to notice and loss in sharpness. The TC 1.7 is a very underrated tool and works exceptionally well with f2.8 lenses. I have used it with the 300f4 and 70-200f4. in good light it performs very well but have an impact on the focus speed. For what it was designed to do, it is an exceptional piece of glass.

JamesPics

Originally posted at

2014-07-28T21:00:00

A great and easy way to extend the zoom on the field. Small, easy to carry. I used it with my 70-200 VR on my D300s and had great results without loosing sharpness but could not justify the cost. I am not a pro photographer and I don't make any money on this hobby. It is sharp and lives up to what other reviewers have stated and works really well with fast lenses.

SHEKAR N.

2014-05-14T21:00:00

I am taking on field photos of college lacrosse games and trying to get up close and detailed photos for the players, the school and the parents. This teleconverter allowed me to get a bit closer with my 70-200mm f/2.8 Nikon lens and make better use of the whole field. Of course, it takes a little getting used to almost doubling your zoom and getting a smaller field of focus to follow the play, especially in a quick game such as lacrosse. It does drop your max f stop 1 1/2 stops, not bad on a decent day but it kills night shots.

DAVID D.

2014-05-13T21:00:00

I use the with a D7100 and a 300mm F/4 AF-S lens as a relatively inexpensive way to get to 500mm for wildlife shots. Image quality is still very good when using the TC, and I'm quite pleased with the results. The only negative thing I have to say about it is that it rattles (due to a free-floating control lever) when not attached to a lens. I understand that this is normal, but it was little disconcerting when I first got it.

KEVIN R.

2014-04-30T21:00:00

I use this teleconverter with my Nikon D700, 70-200, 2.8 lens and am very pleased with it. My main purpose for this is bird photography and it fills the bill giving me more reach. Although this TC is compatible with my 105mm macro lens, I have not tried it yet but looking forward to see what it can do.

Kim

2013-12-20T19:00:00

Provides 1.7x increase in Focal length... Retains crisp focus throughout entire zoom range... Use with faster lens, i.e.: f/2.8 or f/4... Loss of only 1.0 to 1.5 stops with my f/2.8 70-200mm Nikon lens...

TOM R.

2013-11-13T19:00:00

I'm mostly using this with my Nikon 80-400 VR II lens on a D800. Focusing works well. Images are generally excellent with a little softness at 400 mm.

PATRICK D.

2013-10-19T21:00:00

I shoot field sports from the sidelines and stands, using my 70-200mm f/2.8 Nikkor lens. The TC-17/E greatly extends my reach onto the field, but also raises my max f-stop to f/4.5. It does great during day time games, but I've discovered night time games are not bright enough for the auto focus to work in most cases. Still, I love what it does for me and am quite pleased with the TC-17E II.

Dave

2013-06-29T21:00:00

A wish list item that finally made its way into my Nikon arsenal. What do you get after you have almost everything you think you need? A TC-17E II for you 70-200 2.8 VRII. This is a must have if you have a 70-20 2.8! Full zoom at 340mm is very sharp. The fit of the TC is very snug on the lens and body. You really don't even notice the added extension, which means you'll make pictures worry free.

JON V.

2013-04-01T21:00:00

fantastic extension for shooting sports with my Nikon 70-200 f/2.8 VRII lens. I use it on a D90 (crop sensor) and D600 (full frame). Very happy with the additional reach this tele-converter provides, with only a minimal decrease in f/stop.

Glenn H.

2013-03-18T21:00:00

It is a little tough to attach but that is a stretch calling it a "con". This TC is a real gem. Perfect optics. I don't see a loss in image quality at all when I use this with my Nikkor 70-200mm VR II.

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