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G1 X - 250D Macro lens

Started Jan 10, 2012 | Discussions thread
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MrSkelter Contributing Member • Posts: 705
G1 X - 250D Macro lens

Yesterday Chuck Westfall said this during the Q&A at I-R

"..., one thing that's always been a hallmark of the G series is that you can attach a powerful close-up element on the front of the lens (Canon 250D close-up lens, available in 52 and 58mm, plus larger sizes), and then combine that with a hot shoe-connected ring light and get really fantastic macros. SLR-quality, really, because you have all the control over the lighting that the ring light and manual exposure gives you. Great for dentists, macro enthusiasts, etc."

As I have already pre-ordered a G1 X to replace my S90 I promptly went looking for a 250D to find it's out of stock pretty much everywhere.

I found a few on eBay and purchased one from a local Camera Store after seeing they had 4 units for auction - at about 20% more than list. Weirdly on Amazon there's nothing new and the units there are up to three-times retail.

What's up? Is this a discontinued item or is it about to be replaced? It seems like a great addition for the G1 X.

Anyone know the story here?

Canon PowerShot G1 X Canon PowerShot S90
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