Favourite macro lens?
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January 20, 2007, 03:06 PM
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Those of you with cameras with lens adaptors or removable lenses, what it your favourite macro lens?
I'm looking at investing in a macro lens for my Nikon, and I'm interested in how folks use this equipment for their shots.
I'll be poking around this photogroup looking at EXIF data, but if you especially like one of your shots can you put shot details (lens, lighting, distance from subject, &etc.) into the comments?
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January 20, 2007, 03:14 PM
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July 11, 2007, 08:45 AM
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I just recently bought a Nikon D40 - and I am also looking to find 'the perfect' macro lens.
What are the details/parameters/variables/features I should be looking for in a good macro lens?
And to repeat the question from the thread: What is your favourite macro lens?
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July 15, 2007, 06:38 PM
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i use a DA Macro. it's suitable for normal cameras (not just APS-C) and it should be around $400. What the hell, i got it cheaper and the results are great. It's 50mm so i can (and do) just leave it on.
I can't complain. Focus down to 5cm from the end of the lens, which is fine by me, but means that to get max magnification, i'm a bit too close to the average fly - for this i'd prefer 100+mm.
Bret
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July 15, 2007, 06:42 PM
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to answer your question:
- animals or inanimate objects? 50 is a bit short for animals.
- features? i love the focus lock on mine. focus as short as poss, lock, move. When it's ok, take the shot. no posing with funny leg positions for 2 minutes while the camera tries to work out where focus should be...
- a hood is good, but a good flash is not just useful, it's virtually essential. F2.8 is just nice to have, because if your focus distance is 20cm, your depth of field at f2.8 can be measured in millimetres. Which should also explain the need for flash or really good light....
Bret
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July 24, 2007, 05:22 PM
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hmmmmmm, I don't have a macro lens. Using just the macro feature on my 3200 Coolpix. It works well for my rock samples as well.
But one day, if I am not studying anymore... thannnnn I will buy a real camera. ;-)
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February 09, 2008, 06:59 AM
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I'm using a Lester Dine 105 mm for my macro work. Fully manual and a lovely lens. I have used the Nikon 105 too but prefer this one.
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