topic Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use? in EOS DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

nanlyter — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 13:12:14 GMT

I purchased a bundle on Amazon that included the EOS Rebel t6i, along with the 75-200 additional lens. The bundle also includes Polaroid-brand telephoto and wide angle lenses. I cannot seem to figure out how to attach and use these Polaroid lenses. It appears each one will screw into the end of the Canon lenses, but I would really love instructions or a video on how to properly use and take photos with these lenses. Can anyone direct me?

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

kvbarkley — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 13:28:04 GMT

No, can you post a picture? Point us to the bundle?

If these Polaroid "lenses" don't attach to the camera like the 75-200, you can just throw them away, they will be worse than nothing. Even if they *do* attach to the camera like EOS lenses, you should probably throw them away.

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

nanlyter — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 13:48:37 GMT

Yes, here is a link to the bundle.....http://www.amazon.com/Rebel-T6i-Camera-Telephoto-Accessory/dp/B00XIHD3EM?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

nanlyter — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 13:50:08 GMT

They do screw onto the Canon lenses, but I am not sure how to focus and use them properly. Thanks for any help.

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

kvbarkley — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 13:53:23 GMT

They are just filters, you screw them on, and let the camera do the rest. Have you tried them? You might need to focus on something far away since they will probably mess up focusing up close.

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

ebiggs1 — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 14:10:00 GMT

"Yes, here is a link to the bundle ..."

If I were you I would return that kit today. As soon as possible, don't delay. The sad truth, I am sorry to say, is it is mostly junk.

You can than buy the camera and gear from a reputible retailer like B&H, Adorama, Roberts, Best Buy, etc. It will cost you more, possibly much more, but there is a reason why. Sorry.

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

ebiggs1 — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 14:11:04 GMT

"... you can just throw them away, they will be worse than nothing."

Sad but true!

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

kvbarkley — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 14:20:20 GMT

@kvbarkley wrote:
No, can you post a picture? Point us to the bundle?
If these Polaroid "lenses" don't attach to the camera like the 75-200, you can just throw them away, they will be worse than nothing. Even if they *do* attach to the camera like EOS lenses, you should probably throw them away.

I guess I should add more to this. While these "lenses" might do what they say, they will add so much loss and distortion it would be better to:

crop in the case of the telephoto

Take multiple images and merge them in the case of the wide angle.

Note that "Polaroid" is no longer a company, they are just a name that people license.

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

Waddizzle — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 15:08:36 GMT

@ebiggs1 wrote:
"... you can just throw them away, they will be worse than nothing."

Sad but true!

I would not waste any time returning it. I haven't looked at the link, but I don't need to. You said the magic words, "screw on lens".

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

Waddizzle — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 15:58:40 GMT

"I purchased a bundle on Amazon that included the EOS Rebel t6i, along with the 75-200 additional lens. "

If that is not a typo, 75-300 it should be, then do hurry up and return it.

Re: Telephoto and Wide Angle Lenses in Bundle I purchased - how to use?

nanlyter — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 16:30:56 GMT

I did mean to type 75-300 for the lens. I guess some of these extras in the bundle are not what they were cracked up to be, but they really didn't cost me any extra either. Sooo....thanks, every one, for your prompt advice. Next time I'll remember to come here and get your advice before I purchase!