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The TCON-17X 1.7x teleconverter is designed to extend the 35mm equivalent focal length range of the Olympus Stylus 1 from 300mm to 510mm, quite a sizeable jump indeed, all while still maintaining the bright f/2.8 constant aperture. This is currently unrivaled by any camera in the price range of this combination, other than the Panasonic FZ200, which extends to 600mm eq. f/2.8 but has a smaller 1/2.3" sensor, which is somewhat limited in comparison for both low light performance and image quality. To attach the TCON-17X to the Stylus 1 you first unscrew the lens cap, then screw on the conversion lens adapter [CLA-13 - available for around US $40] and then screw the TCON-17X onto the adapter. The result is quite an impressive looking rig indeed.