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Canon 58mm Close-Up Lens 500D

The Canon EOS 500D is a lens accessory from Canon — known for its 58mm Filter Thread Mount and Reduced Minimum Focus Distance. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

Canon 58mm Close-Up Lens 500D

Canon 58mm Close-Up Lens 500D

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Overview — Canon EOS 500D

The Canon 58mm Close-Up Lens 500D is a macro-type close-up filter designed to attach directly to lenses with a 58mm filter thread, enabling macro-style photography without requiring a dedicated macro lens. At its core, this accessory works by reducing the minimum focusing distance of the host lens, allowing photographers to move in closer to small subjects and capture fine detail that would otherwise be out of reach. The close-up lens mounts to the front element of any compatible 58mm-threaded lens, making it a straightforward and portable solution for photographers interested in exploring macro photography.

Weighing just 150g, it adds minimal bulk to an existing kit, making it easy to carry alongside other gear. The Macro type designation confirms its purpose as a magnification aid rather than a general-purpose filter. For photographers who want to dip into close-up and detail photography without investing in a dedicated macro lens, the Canon 500D Close-Up Lens in 58mm thread size offers a practical and accessible entry point.

Key Features — Canon EOS 500D

58mm Filter Thread Mount: Attaches directly to the front of any lens with a 58mm filter thread, requiring no adapters or additional accessories.

Reduced Minimum Focus Distance: Allows your lens to focus closer than its native minimum, enabling frame-filling shots of small subjects.

500D Diopter Strength: The 500D designation indicates a +2 diopter close-up lens, providing a 500mm focal length at infinity focus for practical working distances.

Macro-Type Optic: Purpose-built for close-up and detail photography, making it a practical alternative to purchasing a dedicated macro lens.

Lightweight at 150g: Minimal weight addition means it can stay in your bag without meaningfully increasing your kit load.

Two-Element Design: Canon's 500D series uses a doublet (achromatic) optical construction to reduce chromatic aberration compared to single-element close-up filters.

Specifications — Canon EOS 500D

Canon EOS 500D full specifications
SpecDetail
Use CasesMacro, Product
TypeMacro
Filter Thread Size58
Weight value150
Weight unitg

Description — Canon EOS 500D

The Canon 58mm Close-Up Lens 500D is a Macro type lens accessory that screws onto the front of any lens with a 58mm filter thread, opening up close-up photography possibilities without requiring a dedicated macro lens. At 150g, it is compact enough to slip into a bag pocket and pull out whenever a small subject demands more magnification than your lens can provide on its own. The close-up lens works by shifting the focus range of the host lens, allowing you to focus at shorter distances than the lens would otherwise support.

Attachment is simple and tool-free — just thread it onto the front element of a compatible 58mm-threaded lens and you are ready to shoot. Whether you are photographing small objects, nature details, or product close-ups, this Canon accessory provides a convenient and portable way to explore the macro world with gear you already own.

Pros — Canon EOS 500D

  • ✓Macro-type design purpose-built for close-up photography
  • ✓Compatible with any lens featuring a 58mm filter thread
  • ✓Lightweight at just 150g, adding minimal extra load to your kit

Cons — Canon EOS 500D

  • ✗Limited to lenses with exactly a 58mm filter thread size without additional step-up or step-down rings
  • ✗No lens mount compatibility data provided, so buyers must verify thread size on their specific lenses
  • ✗As a close-up filter type accessory, image quality results will vary depending on the host lens used

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Frequently Asked Questions — Canon EOS 500D

What filter thread size do I need on my lens to use the Canon 500D Close-Up Lens?+
You need a lens with a 58mm filter thread to attach this close-up lens directly. If your lens has a different thread size, you would need a separate step-up or step-down adapter ring, which is not included.
What type of photography is the Canon 500D Close-Up Lens designed for?+
It is classified as a Macro type accessory, meaning it is designed to enable close-up and macro-style photography. It reduces the minimum focusing distance of your existing lens so you can get closer to small subjects.
How heavy is the Canon 58mm Close-Up Lens 500D?+
The accessory weighs 150g, making it a relatively lightweight addition to your lens setup. This means it should not significantly affect the balance of most camera and lens combinations.
Does the Canon 58mm Close-Up Lens 500D work with any specific lens mounts?+
The product specifications do not list compatibility with specific lens mounts. Compatibility is determined solely by the 58mm filter thread size on the front of your lens, not by the camera mount system.
How does the Canon 500D Close-Up Lens attach to my lens?+
It threads directly onto the front filter thread of any lens with a 58mm filter thread diameter. The attachment method is the same as fitting a standard screw-in filter.

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