Picking the right Macro Lens
Dec 20, 2015 21:03:43 #
A few weeks ago I picked up a Canon 100mm 2.8L and I like it fine, but it is my first so have nothing to compare it to. Some reading and overthinking has me thinking I need/wanted more reach, so I found a great deal on a Sigma 150mm 2.8 {non OS}. So I have more reach and the same amount of light. Prices were close and I will sell one of them. Being a non macro shooter, I don't know what to look for in one or the other as far as what make one better. I do think that more reach is in my favor. I would like to hear from those (only those please) that have used/tried them both and your feedback. your pros and cons. Why did you choose one over the other and what type of shooting you might do so I can relate to your use. Thank you in advance for your time.
Dec 20, 2015 21:19:53 #
You might also post your question of the Macro and Closeup forums. Since the people there are concentrating on those lenses.
Dec 20, 2015 21:21:26 #
Dec 20, 2015 21:29:37 #
Canoe50d wrote:
thank you. didn't know there was one. how do I find it. ?
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Dec 20, 2015 22:01:26 #
Canoe50d wrote:
A few weeks ago I picked up a Canon 100mm 2.8L and... (show quote)
The longer the reach the harder it is to hold steady
Dec 20, 2015 22:03:52 #
robertjerl wrote:
Link to True Macro section http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.htmlYou might also post your question of the Macro and Closeup forums. Since the people there are concentrating on those lenses.
Dec 20, 2015 22:10:03 #
Dec 20, 2015 22:24:31 #
Your Canon 100-mm macro is an excellent lens.
Macro-photographers are more interested Minimum Working Distance (lens front element to subject) than Minimum Focusing Distance.
MWD of a Canon 100-mm lens on a Canon camera is 150-mm (5.9-inches).
MWD of a Sigma 150-mm lens on a Canon camera is 225-mm (8.9-inches).
Macro-photographers are more interested Minimum Working Distance (lens front element to subject) than Minimum Focusing Distance.
MWD of a Canon 100-mm lens on a Canon camera is 150-mm (5.9-inches).
MWD of a Sigma 150-mm lens on a Canon camera is 225-mm (8.9-inches).
Dec 21, 2015 05:57:04 #
Leitz
Loc: Solms
Canoe50d wrote:
thank you. didn't know there was one. how do I find it. ?
If you click on "Quote Reply," everyone will know to whom you are replying.
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Dec 21, 2015 06:24:22 #
I'm happy with my 100 2.8 non L. Great macros, very sharp and works as a portrait lens too.
Dec 21, 2015 07:13:32 #
Check out Canon 180 !! Friend has one and uses it for macro and portraiture and loves it !! Little heavy !
Dec 21, 2015 08:07:07 #
cactuspic
Loc: Dallas, TX
They are both excellent macro lenses that can produce razor sharp images. The question is which lens better fits your shooting style. If you shoot without a tripod, by all means use the 100mm for it's image stabilization (which works some for macro, but not as well as for general purpose lenses). If you shoot primarily using a tripod, or if you use flash to freeze movement, then I would use the 150mm for it's longer reach. The 150mm is surprisingly light for it's reach, particularly when compared to the 180mm OS Sigma, my favorite macro.
Dec 21, 2015 08:26:34 #
I don't shoot Canon but I own 9 different brands/focal length macro lenses & they all deliver good images. It's more a matter of good technique than gear choice that determines how the images turn out. What's more important is which focal length to get.
Dec 21, 2015 13:22:02 #
Canoe50d wrote:
A few weeks ago I picked up a Canon 100mm 2.8L and... (show quote)
Canoe50d, Both are excellent lenses when they work. I've had the Canon 100mm macro for a number of years with never a problem. The 150 mm Sigma has gone back to Sigma twice and the last time cost me $160. All for auto-focus and IS motor problems. Both are extremely sharp and fun to use, but I'm not sure I'll ever buy another Sigma lens after the way there repair department treated me. Images from both are attached. Best, J. Goffe
100mm Canon Macro Lens
150mm Sigma Macro Lens
Dec 21, 2015 13:45:48 #
They are both good lenses--they don't quite do the same thing--so as time passes you will find you are reaching for one more than the other-- which will answer your question--I hardly ever reach for my Zeiss 500 f5.6 (but I wouldn't sell it)--and I bet you would be happier keeping both
Stan
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