Need help quick on macro lens
Oct 4, 2013 07:21:16 #
Others have hit on the primary difference between the two lens, minimum working distance (the distance from the end of the lens to the subject for 1:1 reproduction).
Nikon 40mm is ~ 1.5"
Tamron 90mm is ~ 5.5"
You should stop by the Macro section and post your question there:
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.html
Nikon 40mm is ~ 1.5"
Tamron 90mm is ~ 5.5"
You should stop by the Macro section and post your question there:
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.html
Oct 4, 2013 07:55:17 #
90mm - longer working distance; 40mm wider angle of view. Check the specs to see which has a shorter Close Focus. Apply those couple bits of information to what you want to predominantly shoot and get the one more suitable to that.
Oct 4, 2013 07:58:40 #
One consideration that I haven't heard mentioned yet is that the 40mm would have a much greater depth of field than the 90mm or longer macro lens.If you are shooting non moving objects then the working distance may not matter as much.
I use both the 55mm and 105mm micro-nikkors and like them both.
I use both the 55mm and 105mm micro-nikkors and like them both.
Oct 4, 2013 08:07:20 #
It depends on what magnification you require but for "Life size" or 1:1, a 40mm is very close. This lens would be useful on bellows or extension tubes for studio work as a wider lens needs less extension.
The Tamron 90 has been a favourite lens for decades. Get the best quality you can afford but try before you buy if possible.
Have you a 100, 200 or 300 lens you could fit extension tubes or a good quality close up filter to? Another way is to reverse a wideish lens to the camera with an adapter. These are excellent, cheap ways to start. What do you want to photograph?
The Tamron 90 has been a favourite lens for decades. Get the best quality you can afford but try before you buy if possible.
Have you a 100, 200 or 300 lens you could fit extension tubes or a good quality close up filter to? Another way is to reverse a wideish lens to the camera with an adapter. These are excellent, cheap ways to start. What do you want to photograph?
Oct 4, 2013 08:13:44 #
At macro/1:1 magnification or greater, the depth of field/focus is similar with any length of lens. The charts do not list different lengths of lens, only aperture and magnification.
Oct 4, 2013 08:24:33 #
That has been my experience as well, 1:1 and beyond, DoF differences from focal length is minimal. If one wants to increase DoF in macro, stopping down aperture or focus stacking is the way to go.
jingle wrote:
At macro/1:1 magnification or greater, the depth of field/focus is similar with any length of lens. The charts do not list different lengths of lens, only aperture and magnification.
Oct 4, 2013 08:36:33 #
Clearly you can get good images with either. But there are two advantages to a longer lens. First, you don't have to get as close to a subject that may take flight. Second, in some situations you may want to modify the light -- you might want to use fill flash or a reflector -- and that's harder to do when the end of your lens is inches from your subject.
Oct 4, 2013 09:35:37 #
sirlensalot
Loc: Arizona
Given the two choices, I would opt for the 90 for the longer working distance.
Oct 4, 2013 09:43:28 #
Take a look at A-PeeR's macro photos then you will realize that he knows what he is talking about. He is a respected poster on the True Macro forum on UHH.
Oct 4, 2013 10:07:52 #
Oct 4, 2013 10:48:45 #
Bret wrote:
They are the same price...its just a matter of how close do you want to get. This shot was with the Nikon 40mm...I think the fly was sitting on a stamp...LOL
Hahaha........nice one Bret. :lol: :lol:
Oct 4, 2013 11:44:03 #
Lowtraveller
Loc: Western Australia
Just love that detail in the fly photo.. Wonderful!
And learnt a lot from the various contributors regarding the Macro Lenses, too.
And learnt a lot from the various contributors regarding the Macro Lenses, too.
Oct 4, 2013 12:51:26 #
Bret wrote:
They are the same price...its just a matter of how close do you want to get. This shot was with the Nikon 40mm...I think the fly was sitting on a stamp...LOL
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
Oct 4, 2013 16:51:25 #
Bret wrote:
They are the same price...its just a matter of how close do you want to get. This shot was with the Nikon 40mm...I think the fly was sitting on a stamp...LOL
An outstanding photograph! Thanks for sharing. :thumbup:
Oct 4, 2013 17:17:20 #
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