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Canon Advantage - EF Lens Accessories
Compatible Accessories Lens Hoods Extension Tubes
Close-up Lens Filters Lens Cases
Lens hoods help prevent unwanted glare from affecting your photographs.
These close-up accessories are placed between the camera body and lens to enable high-magnification photography. Eight electronic contact points allow communication between the camera and lens to continue as usual. The magnification differs according to the lens, but for standard zoom lenses it is about 0.3x to 0.5x for the EF 12 II and 0.7x or more for the EF 25 II. By using both tubes effectively, the choice of magnifications can be greatly extended. However, for best results, manual focusing is recommended.
These lens extenders feature high optical performance with improved correction of chromatic aberration by adopting a 1x dispersion lens, and are optimized to reduce ghosting and flare. With improvements in durability, operability and AF accuracy (in combination with super telephoto lenses), their all-use capability meet the demands of professional photographers.
The 250D/500D series incorporates double element achromatic design for maximum optical performance. These screw-in lenses are used to provide a shorter minimum focusing distance with no loss of light. Each lens is optimized for a particular focal length. Manual focus is recommended with these lenses.
The Haze (UV-1) filter absorbs ultraviolet light and is most effective on sunny days for cutting haze out of the shot.
Softmat filters mildly soften the focus for flattering portraits and dreamy landscapes. These filters utilize the effect of diffraction, which occurs between light passing through the transparent part and light passing through the coated part. Use Softmat No. 1 filter for a gentle soft focus effect, and Softmat No. 2 for a stronger effect.
Circular Polarizing Filter PL-C
Polarizing filters enhance picture quality by blocking harmful reflected light. Use it to reduce light reflections from glass and water surfaces or to improve color saturation. Simple to use, these filters polarize light circularly, rather than linearly, so they do not interfere with autofocus or TTL light metering.

Drop-in
For use with lenses using rear-mounted drop-in filters, this polarizing filter can be rotated from the outside without removing the holder from the lens, enabling precise control.
Gelatin Filter Holder System
This convenient holder system allows the use of commercially available square filters without the need for cutting. The holder attaches to the lens through an adapter that fits the filter diameter. A special hood is available for use with the system. Use with 3-inch square type III and 4-inch square type IV gelatin filters. Gelatin filters can be used with most EF lenses.
Drop-in Gelatin Filter Holder II
Up to three gelatin filters can be placed in these holders. To use, insert a cut piece of gelatin film between the holder’s filter frame and pressure clip, and screw on to the lens.



Drop-in Screw Filter Holder
A holder for screw-type filters, for use with rear mounted drop-in filters.
These functional, rugged cases are indispensable for protecting lenses.