Sigma Teleconverter TC-1401

By:Sigma
$515.00

Equipped with 1 SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass element for maximum image quality, the new Sigma Global Vision teleconverters utilize a splash and dust proof construction for long lasting durability. Created exclusively for the Global Vision lenses, these teleconverters ensure the utmost in compatibility, even for large diameter lenses. With effective AF at F8 and 1.4x the reach, get the most out of your Sigma lens.

Usable Lenses and Combinations

SIGMA TELE CONVERTER TC-1401 and TC-2001 are dedicated to Tele Converter lenses, which should be used with only listed lenses.
The converter cannot be attached to the camera and lens whose mount is different.
Do not use the SIGMA TELE CONVERTER on top of another SIGMA TELE CONVERTER, or any other kinds of converters.

Attaching the APO Tele Converter to the Lens

First, attach the APO Tele Converter EX to the master lens. Then, attach the lens and the Tele Converter to the camera body. If you attach the Tele Converter to the camera body first it may cause a malfunction.

Exposure

Using the APO Tele Converter EX decreases the effective aperture by one F-stop (with 1.4x Tele Converter) or by two F-stops (with 2x Tele Converter).Regardless of exposure mode, correct exposure can be obtained.
If using a lens which has dot in the list, the camera's display will indicate the converted exposure information.

Focusing

On the lists, the lenses marked "AF" will retain auto focus operation when used with a Tele Converter. The lenses marked "MF can only be used for manual focus.
Some lenses will be operated AF even mentioned "MF", however, be aware that these lenses cannot focus precisely by auto focusing. Therefore, please use such lenses in MF mode when teleconverter is attached.

*1 It becomes compatible with the new tele converters once the lens firmware is updated to Ver. 1.01 or later.
*2 It becomes compatible with the new tele converters once the lens firmware is updated to Ver. 1.02 or later.
*3 It becomes compatible with the new tele converters once the lens firmware is updated to Ver. 1.03 or later.
*4 When SIGMA TELE CONVERTER TC-1401 is attached to cameras that are compatible with AF at F8, it is possible to shoot with AF. In cases where contrast or brightness level of the shooting object is low, it may not focus properly.

 

Dedicated Lenses
Current Line 
FOR SIGMA FOR NIKON FOR CANON
TC-1401 TC-2001   TC-1401 TC-2001   TC-1401 TC-2001  
100-400mm F4-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary MF MF   MF MF   MF MF  
120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports AF*1 AF*1   AF*2 AF*2   AF*3 AF*3  
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Sports AF*4 MF   MF*4 MF   AF*4 MF  
150-600mm F5-6.3 DG OS HSM | Contemporary AF*4 MF   AF*4 MF   AF*4 MF  
 500mm F4 DG OS HSM I Sport  AF AF*4   AF AF*4   AF AF*4