Macro lens recommendations (Page 4): I use a Tokina 100mm f2.8 prod macro which is more than adequate for my needs. Use with a tripod and you should be delighted with superb results.

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Nov 28, 2020 09:49:35 #

Inglese

I use a Tokina 100mm f2.8 prod macro which is more than adequate for my needs. Use with a tripod and you should be delighted with superb results.

Nov 28, 2020 10:10:15 #

petrochemist Loc: UK

Larryshuman wrote:

No one mentioned the Nikkor 70~180 macro F:4.5. I have it and it stunning.

Despite claims that it's the 'only true macro zoom' it doesn't mange life size reaching a maximum of 1:1.3 rather than 1:1.
Remarkably good compared to most 'macro' zooms, but for macro not a patch on the Canon MP-E 65 which can't manage less than 1:1 and zooms in to 5:1. I believe there are now a couple of Chinese extreme macro lenses that are far more affordable.

Nov 28, 2020 10:54:56 #

Drbobcameraguy Loc: Eaton Ohio

RahulKhosla wrote:

I use Nikon DSLR and mirrorless bodies and am interested in starting macro photography. Recommendations for a high quality macro lens please? I’m an amateur and not looking to set up ultra sophisticated equipment - just need a high quality lens that I can hand hold. Am willing to spend money for high quality. Thanks in advance.

These are a couple of pics shot with the 105mmf2.8d micro. Hand held not processed except to convert to jpg from raw using nikons free software. I sold this lens when I bought the new copy. The only thing I gained was the ability to use the helicon focus tube.

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Nov 28, 2020 10:59:02 #

Drbobcameraguy Loc: Eaton Ohio

RahulKhosla wrote:

Another example of the 105mmf2.8d. Hand held nothing special just a walk. Download for enlargement and pic info

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Nov 28, 2020 11:27:22 #

Alby144 Loc: Northern Nevada

Yup! I'm going to have to start using mine! Pretty awesome for hand held.

Nov 28, 2020 15:30:24 #

Davethehiker Loc: South West Pennsylvania

The "Venus Laowa 15mm Wide Macro Manual lens" is an interesting lens in that it's both a macro and wide angle. It's a totally manual lens. As with most of my better photos, I see the photo in my imagination long before I set about actually taking the photo. I bought the lens just so I could take this photo. One problem with most macro lenses is that they have extremely narrow depth of field. The Venus Laowa provides the ability to get very close to a subject while still showing some surroundings.

I have a very steep driveway leading to my house. I wanted to take a photo that showed how the house was situated high on hill top with the long driveway.

This lens is no for a novice point and shoot photographer. You must plan the photograph.

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Nov 28, 2020 15:46:48 #

rdgreenwood Loc: Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Davethehiker wrote:

The "Venus Laowa 15mm Wide Macro Manual lens&... (show quote)

I love your image.

Nov 28, 2020 16:02:32 #

Alby144 Loc: Northern Nevada

Very nice shot!

Nov 28, 2020 16:46:10 #

Davethehiker Loc: South West Pennsylvania

rdgreenwood wrote:

I love your image.

Thank you. It's the only photo I took with that lens, then I put it away and have not used it since. Maybe next Spring when the bugs return I'll use it again. I was laying flat on my tummy when I took that photo. Some bug bit me and I had sore spot for a long time. Still, it's a good lens that I would recommend.

Nov 28, 2020 21:41:35 #