Which is better macro lens
Aug 6, 2013 17:53:16 #
Take a look at the "True Macro Forum" & see what images are there & what lenses were used if you want to see real world performance...
Aug 6, 2013 18:04:08 #
Screamin Scott wrote:
Bench tests & field results are way different.... (show quote)
Right. That's just one piece of information, like snapsort.com.
Aug 6, 2013 18:05:46 #
RichieC wrote:
I have the 105... it cost dear,
I was fortunate to find a good one on ebay for a good price.
Aug 6, 2013 18:48:04 #
I read a review by a reputable source that claims the Tamron 90mm macro was the best. I own the canon 100mm macro, and find it to be amazing. The reviewer put the Tamron over the Canon, which I find hard to believe. Many people will suggest the Sigma. I guess it's all in who you ask.
Aug 6, 2013 19:05:14 #
That's why I said in my post that anyone who answers, will recommend whichever lens it is that they have...They are all good lenses, but a lot depends on the technique of the person behind the lens...
pigpen wrote:
I read a review by a reputable source that claims the Tamron 90mm macro was the best. I own the canon 100mm macro, and find it to be amazing. The reviewer put the Tamron over the Canon, which I find hard to believe. Many people will suggest the Sigma. I guess it's all in who you ask.
Aug 6, 2013 20:16:48 #
nw wrote:
I am looking to buy a macro for my Nikon D600. Which is better, Nikon AF-s VR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED (2160) or Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di VC USD 1:1 AF (AFF004N)
The first. Fabulous lens!
Aug 6, 2013 21:26:36 #
Aug 6, 2013 21:31:37 #
lourens wrote:
It all depends on how much you want to use it and ... (show quote)
A third of the price? Isn't that a bit of an exaggeration? So you can buy a new Tamron for $300? Where?
Aug 6, 2013 21:45:38 #
You can get a used Tamron 90mm macro from $225 to 325 at KEH...Used 105 Nikkors Micros are from 300 to 985
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
A third of the price? Isn't that a bit of an exaggeration? So you can buy a new Tamron for $300? Where?
Aug 6, 2013 22:05:07 #
Screamin Scott wrote:
You can get a used Tamron 90mm macro from $225 to 325 at KEH...Used 105 Nikkors Micros are from 300 to 985
I'm not disputing a wide range in price for used lenses: Nikkors hold their value much better than Tamrons.
However: a new Tamron is $500; a new Nikkor is $900.00
Aug 6, 2013 22:06:55 #
I realized your point, my post was for the OP, illustrating the fact that they can save quite a bit of money by buying used....
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
I'm not disputing a wide range in price for used lenses: Nikkors hold their value much better than Tamrons.
However: a new Tamron is $500; a new Nikkor is $900.00
However: a new Tamron is $500; a new Nikkor is $900.00
Aug 6, 2013 22:08:16 #
Screamin Scott wrote:
I realized your point, my post was for the OP, illustrating the fact that they can save quite a bit of money by buying used....
No argument there!
Aug 6, 2013 22:18:19 #
Screamin Scott wrote:
I realized your point, my post was for the OP, illustrating the fact that they can save quite a bit of money by buying used....
Oh. another point: The new prices I quoted were from B&H and the Nikkor has VR-- while the Tamron doesn't. The non-VR Nikkor is much closer (new) in price to the Tamron. Many times I have mine off-- but Nikonian swears by it. I believe Tamron may be releasing a nikon mount with vibration resistance soon (or maybe they already have?)
Aug 6, 2013 22:21:04 #
LoneRangeFinder wrote:
Oh. another point: The new prices I quoted were from B&H and the Nikkor has VR-- while the Tamron doesn't. The non-VR Nikkor is much closer (new) in price to the Tamron. Many times I have mine off-- but Nikonian swears by it. I believe Tamron may be releasing a nikon mount with vibration resistance soon (or maybe they already have?)
Most of my macro is on a tripod, so VR is redundant.
Aug 6, 2013 22:40:00 #
jerryc41 wrote:
Most of my macro is on a tripod, so VR is redundant.
No doubt. I always have it off for tripod pointed Macro-- but for hand-held, many find it useful.
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