Canon WC-DC58A Wide Converter Lens for the S5 IS, S3 IS & S2 IS Digital Camera
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Canon WC-DC58A Wide Converter Lens for the S5 IS, S3 IS & S2 IS Digital Camera
Customer Review: Above Average Results But Too Expensive
Summary: 4 Stars
For about $30 more than the basic 58mm Raynox 6600, the WC-DC58A, (S2/S3/S5) WC-DC58N (G3/G5/G6), and WC-DC58B (G7) are worth the extra money because they provide a much sharper image. While there is certainly more barrel distortion than both 6600 series lenses, this is something which can be easily corrected in most image software. As experience shooting with wide angle lenses increases, users tend to figure out readily how to best frame shots to avoid obvious levels of distortion. In terms of post-processing, if correcting distortion is necessary it is a quick fix with little lost compared to the often lengthy process which goes into fixing unwanted fuzziness.
The only real negative with the Canon wide angle conversion lens series is the inability to utilize lens filters and hoods. Although it should be unnecessary for most shots, you can easily put together a 72mm slotted holder for Cokin filters but, as is the case with every wide angle conversion lens currently on the market, you will get vignetting. There are several solutions available for creating proper wide angle shots that will work for power zooms but the cost for bracket rigs is equivalent to buying a mid-range dSLR.
Customer Review: Worked fine foe me!
Summary: 4 Stars
The Canon WC-DC58A suited my Canon Powershot S5 IS just fine. I was able to use it after I opened the box and started shooting to see if if really made a difference. It did! But be mindful that it is bound to create a dark spot in the bottom of your pictures if you just use the built-in flash of the camera because the lens protrudes and it blacks out that area of any object or subject you wish to photograph. Best in outdoor photography or one where you do not need a flash. Or you can get a flash that attaches to the shoe of your camera and because of that, is elevated.Customer Review: Good lens to have in your bag...
Summary: 4 Stars
I have this lens and the teleconverter. The only drawback I have so far seen is that there is a dark arch in the bottom of the pictures when using the flash. I wish Canon had designed in threads for a UV-Haze filter, but they did not. That's a big piece of glass to be hanging out there with no protection from scratches and fingerprints. Be careful. Do not let idiots and people with butterfingers use your camera when this lens is attached. Rather, never let idiots and butterfingered dimbulbs use your camera. Period.Customer Review: Great Lens
Summary: 4 Stars
I've only had the lens for a month and it seems to be working out great. I'm no expert and usually have my camera set to "Auto" and the picture quality with this lens seems to be very good. I'm anxious to use it on my upcoming trip to Australia.
However, as mentioned in other reviews, the lens does create a shadow when using the camera's flash. I would recommend this as a worthwhile addition to the S1/S2/S3/S5 IS Digital Camera.
Customer Review: wide angle
Summary: 4 Stars
Fairly decent. Produces pictures with optical blur on the edges if you use zoom. Leaves black semicircle on pictures taken with a flash about 1/5 the way up from the bottom on the picture because the flash isn't tall enough to miss the wide lens. Other than that.. it does capture a few more degrees. If you are going to pick this or the telephoto attachment, get this.