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product_id: 2203160
title: "Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube For EOS Digital Cameras"
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# 12mm extension length Compatible with EF, EF-S & TS-E lenses 8 electronic contacts for autofocus Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube For EOS Digital Cameras

**Brand:** canon
**Price:** A$191
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔍 Elevate your close-up game — don’t just shoot, captivate!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube For EOS Digital Cameras by canon
- **How much does it cost?** A$191 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/2203160-canon-ef-12-ii-extension-tube-for-eos-digital-cameras)

## Best For

- canon enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted canon brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact & Lightweight:** Weighing just 0.15 lbs and only 5 cm tall, it fits snugly in your camera bag without adding bulk.
- • **Macro Mastery Unlocked:** Transforms your standard lens into a high-magnification macro powerhouse with a precise 12mm extension.
- • **Instant Close-Up Creativity:** Shortens focusing distance dramatically, letting you capture intricate details that others miss—perfect for professionals on the go.
- • **Wide Compatibility Spectrum:** Works effortlessly with Canon EF, EF-S, and TS-E lenses—except select fisheye and specialty lenses.
- • **Seamless Autofocus & Exposure:** Maintains full electronic communication between camera and lens for flawless focusing and exposure control.

## Overview

The Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube is a precision-engineered 12mm accessory designed to shorten the focusing distance of Canon EF, EF-S, and TS-E lenses. Featuring 8 electronic contacts, it preserves autofocus and exposure functions, enabling high-magnification macro photography without the need for an expensive dedicated macro lens. Lightweight and compact, it’s ideal for professionals seeking to capture intricate details with ease and speed.

## Description

This updated version II is fully compatible with Canon Digital EF-S lenses, as well as THE standard photo EF and TS-E lenses. There is a White-index mark provided for digital SLR EF-S lenses and a red mark provided for photo lenses. Extension Tube EF 12 II is made especially for close-focusing with wide-angle lenses. It shortens focusing distance of the lens. It is compatible with all lenses, except 15mm f/2.8 fisheye, 14mm f/2.8L and MP-E 65mm f/2.8. Item includes a lens cap

Review: Great Macro lens enhancer!! - Pros: You can get much closer Works with both EF-S and EF lenses Auto focus still functions perfectly Takes up very little room in your camera bag Item looks about 3 times as large in photo using 17-40 Canon F/4 Lens Cons: A little tight to put on and take off of lens Can no longer focus very far away let alone infinity Review: I purchased this Extension tube so I could take better Macro photos without having to purchase an expensive Macro lens. I've got so many lenses already. I installed the tube between my Canon Rebel XTi and Canon 17-40 F/4 L lens and bang!!! Instant macro lens. A photo I had taken without the tube of a penny using the Canon 17-40 zoomed to 40mm gave a so so image. Putting the tube on allowed me to focus so close the penny filled almost the entire view finder. Looking at the penny image taken with the tube you can see little details I never noticed before like each and ever step and little details like the little FG on the lower right corner on the back of the penny. Verdict: I highly recommend it's worth every penny!!!
Review: Valuable addition to your gadget bag..... - My grandfather once told me that all cheeses were made in the same factory so it doesn't matter which cheddar, for example, you purchase. This isn't literally true, of course, but the point he was trying to make is that something that costs more isn't always better than a cheaper version of the same thing. With his voice in mind I purchased both the Polaroid Canon EOS Macro Extension Tube Set For Extreme Close Up Photography AND the Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube For EOS Digital Cameras and put them to the test to see which was the greater value. Here are my findings: 1. I'm happy that I bought both. 2. They decidedly do not represent different price points of the same thing. The fact that I originally thought they did only reflects my growing, yet still weak, expertise in the paraphernalia of macro photography. 3. The Polaroid tube is made up of 7mm, 14mm, and 28mm lengths that can be used individually or in any combination. 4. The Polaroid tube is just that...a tube, and supports no electronic connection between camera body and lens. In my book this is absolutely fine as long as what you are photographing is not moving and you have the time to make the necessary positional, exposure, and lighting corrections. Photographing jewelry in a static and controlled environment would be a good example. 5. The Canon tube, more like a thick ring actually (The Canon EF 25 II Extension Tube for EOS Digital Cameras is a bit more tube-like.) is of a single fixed 12mm length and supports complete connectivity between camera and lens so that exposure and focusing are done as seamlessly with the EF 12 as without. This is a huge benefit if what you are trying to photograph is in a changing environment or moving. Macro photos of insects comes to mind. Yes, I actually did this while building lesson plans for my Biology class. So, while my experiment to determine relative value was a bit misguided, I did end up with two devices I use frequently and would be unhappy to part with. As I said, they are not 'of a kind' and have separate yet strong appeal. If the Canon tube is a cheese it would be a fine Brillat-Savarin while the Polaroid isn't a cheese at all, but a really nice set of pliers.

## Features

- Product Type: Camera Lenses
- Package Quantity: 1
- Package Weight: 0.3 lbs
- Country Of Origin: Japan

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0000DZ5OE |
| Best Sellers Rank | #84 in Lens Extension Tubes |
| Brand | Canon |
| Camera Lens | This Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube is a close-up accessory for Digital EF-S lenses, EF lenses, and TS-E lenses, enabling high-magnification photography. It shortens the focusing distance of the lens and comes with eight electronic contact points for continuous communication between the camera and lens. The magnification differs according to the lens and is especially suitable for close-focusing wi… |
| Camera Lens Description | This Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube is a close-up accessory for Digital EF-S lenses, EF lenses, and TS-E lenses, enabling high-magnification photography. It shortens the focusing distance of the lens and comes with eight electronic contact points for continuous communication between the camera and lens. The magnification differs according to the lens and is especially suitable for close-focusing with wide-angle lenses. It is not compatible with 15mm f/2.8 fisheye, 14mm f/2.8L, and MP-E 65mm f/2.8 lenses. The package includes the Extension Tube EF 12 II, lens caps, a pouch, and a limited 1-year warranty. Camera Lens Description This Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube is a close-up accessory for Digital EF-S lenses, EF lenses, and TS-E lenses, enabling high-magnification photography. It shortens the focusing distance of the lens and comes with eight electronic contact points for continuous communication between the camera and lens. The magnification differs according to the lens and is especially suitable for close-focusing with wide-angle lenses. It is not compatible with 15mm f/2.8 fisheye, 14mm f/2.8L, and MP-E 65mm f/2.8 lenses. The package includes the Extension Tube EF 12 II, lens caps, a pouch, and a limited 1-year warranty. See more |
| Compatible Camera Models | Canon EOS cameras with EF mount |
| Compatible Camera Mount | Canon EF |
| Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 172 Reviews |
| Focal Length Description | Standard 35 to 70 millimeters |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00013803035599, 04960999204291 |
| Image stabilization | Digital |
| Item Height | 5 centimeters |
| Item Weight | 0.15 Pounds |
| Lens | Extension Tube |
| Lens Design | Prime |
| Lens Fixed Focal Length | 65 Millimeters |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF |
| Lens Type | Extension Tube |
| Manufacturer | Canon Cameras US |
| Model Name | Extension Tube EF 12 II |
| UPC | 013803035599 |
| Zoom Ratio | 1:1 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Canon
- **Compatible Mountings:** Canon EF
- **Focal Length Description:** Standard 35 to 70 millimeters
- **Lens Type:** Extension Tube

## Images

![Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube For EOS Digital Cameras - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51jjXvDQYcL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Macro lens enhancer!!
*by G***T on November 17, 2008*

Pros: You can get much closer Works with both EF-S and EF lenses Auto focus still functions perfectly Takes up very little room in your camera bag Item looks about 3 times as large in photo using 17-40 Canon F/4 Lens Cons: A little tight to put on and take off of lens Can no longer focus very far away let alone infinity Review: I purchased this Extension tube so I could take better Macro photos without having to purchase an expensive Macro lens. I've got so many lenses already. I installed the tube between my Canon Rebel XTi and Canon 17-40 F/4 L lens and bang!!! Instant macro lens. A photo I had taken without the tube of a penny using the Canon 17-40 zoomed to 40mm gave a so so image. Putting the tube on allowed me to focus so close the penny filled almost the entire view finder. Looking at the penny image taken with the tube you can see little details I never noticed before like each and ever step and little details like the little FG on the lower right corner on the back of the penny. Verdict: I highly recommend it's worth every penny!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Valuable addition to your gadget bag.....
*by K***M on January 27, 2013*

My grandfather once told me that all cheeses were made in the same factory so it doesn't matter which cheddar, for example, you purchase. This isn't literally true, of course, but the point he was trying to make is that something that costs more isn't always better than a cheaper version of the same thing. With his voice in mind I purchased both the Polaroid Canon EOS Macro Extension Tube Set For Extreme Close Up Photography AND the Canon EF 12 II Extension Tube For EOS Digital Cameras and put them to the test to see which was the greater value. Here are my findings: 1. I'm happy that I bought both. 2. They decidedly do not represent different price points of the same thing. The fact that I originally thought they did only reflects my growing, yet still weak, expertise in the paraphernalia of macro photography. 3. The Polaroid tube is made up of 7mm, 14mm, and 28mm lengths that can be used individually or in any combination. 4. The Polaroid tube is just that...a tube, and supports no electronic connection between camera body and lens. In my book this is absolutely fine as long as what you are photographing is not moving and you have the time to make the necessary positional, exposure, and lighting corrections. Photographing jewelry in a static and controlled environment would be a good example. 5. The Canon tube, more like a thick ring actually (The Canon EF 25 II Extension Tube for EOS Digital Cameras is a bit more tube-like.) is of a single fixed 12mm length and supports complete connectivity between camera and lens so that exposure and focusing are done as seamlessly with the EF 12 as without. This is a huge benefit if what you are trying to photograph is in a changing environment or moving. Macro photos of insects comes to mind. Yes, I actually did this while building lesson plans for my Biology class. So, while my experiment to determine relative value was a bit misguided, I did end up with two devices I use frequently and would be unhappy to part with. As I said, they are not 'of a kind' and have separate yet strong appeal. If the Canon tube is a cheese it would be a fine Brillat-Savarin while the Polaroid isn't a cheese at all, but a really nice set of pliers.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superior Build, Worth It To Me; Great for Wedding Detail Shots
*by P***D on August 22, 2014*

I know, seems expensive for a hole with a mount, but I have tried off brand extension tubes and the build quality is not the same. I'm mounting one of several L lenses (70-200mm/2.8 IS II, 50mm/1.2, 24-70mm/2.8) and I'm delighted with how precise these lenses mount on this tube. Autofocus works as it should and I'm not fist-gripping the thing to get it off like I have had to do with third party tubes. One actually would grab somewhere on the mount, and then when you applied pressure it clicked loudly as it loosened. NO THANK YOU, money well-spent with this Canon when you are mounting $6K worth of lenses on it. For wedding shooters: if you have a 50mm or a 24-70mm, this ring is all you need for Details shots. The 25mm ring is TOO close, I can't even use the 50mm with the 25mm extension if I want to keep my sunhood on, which I always do. You may not fill the frame with a quarter with this 12mm but for rings and jewelry, it's absolutely close enough, especially with the 1:4 Macro capability of the 24-70mm. I shoot a 5D3 and I can always crop in a touch if needed. No big deal losing a bit of pixel data for details shots, I haven't had a bride request a 40"x60" canvas wrap of the rings (yet), lol!

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