Best macro (micro) lens for crop sensor camera
Mar 4, 2019 09:37:15 #
I have the Tamron 90mm 2.8. Great lens. Macro is fun but challenging. Movement is a big problem for me...as said, even the slightest wind can be an issue. Along with the macro lens be sure you have a good tripod.
Mar 4, 2019 10:02:03 #
Jerry Green
Loc: Huntsville, AL
The Nikon 105mm also works well with teleconverters if you want more stand off distance. Here it is with a tripod foot added:
https://gofish.smugmug.com/Other/Other-assorted-photos/i-JpV47pN
I also use the Tokina 100 mm and the Nikon 200 mm but they do not have VR. For a light package I use the Nikon DX 40mm, DX 85mm VR and the Nikon 60mm VR macro lenses.
For the D500 the Nikon DX 85mm VR macro would be a good choice to start with
https://gofish.smugmug.com/Other/Other-assorted-photos/i-JpV47pN
I also use the Tokina 100 mm and the Nikon 200 mm but they do not have VR. For a light package I use the Nikon DX 40mm, DX 85mm VR and the Nikon 60mm VR macro lenses.
For the D500 the Nikon DX 85mm VR macro would be a good choice to start with
Mar 4, 2019 10:17:02 #
rwilson1942 wrote:
The 200mm is excellent but I don't think I would r... (show quote)
I tried a Nikkor 60mm macro good results but I had to be too close to the subject.
So I really seriously started with the 200mm had no problem learning to use it, not really rocket science.
Mar 4, 2019 12:05:33 #
One thing to note about VR is that it only stops your movement, not your subjects.... A flash will allow you to stop down the lens for additional depth of field (pitifully short as it is) and the short duration of the flash will stop all movement, be it yours or your subjects...
Mar 4, 2019 12:30:17 #
fetzler
Loc: North West PA
I have a Sigma 50mm and a Nikon 85mm Nikon both work well. The longer focal length is helpful for quite a few subjects. I would consider the 60mm, 85mm and 105mm Nikon. Remember the 60mm is a FF equivalent of 90mm.
Mar 4, 2019 12:47:42 #
Welcome to the forum. I shoot a Nikon also and I have a Laowa 60mm Ultra Macro 2X, Lester A. Dine 105mm, and the Nikon 200mm f-4 and each has its place in my shooting sessions.
The Laowa 60mm is a really great lens and built from steel. https://www.venuslens.net/product/laowa-60mm-f2/ It is very versatile and tack sharp and will focus to infinity which is quite handy. It also has a magnification range from 0.5 to 2.0 so that allows for those ranges that others can't natively provide. For $350 it's a bargain and I would not hesitate to buy others in their line of lenses.
The Laowa 60mm is a really great lens and built from steel. https://www.venuslens.net/product/laowa-60mm-f2/ It is very versatile and tack sharp and will focus to infinity which is quite handy. It also has a magnification range from 0.5 to 2.0 so that allows for those ranges that others can't natively provide. For $350 it's a bargain and I would not hesitate to buy others in their line of lenses.
Mar 4, 2019 14:51:55 #
Jerry Green wrote:
The Nikon 105mm also works well with teleconverters if you want more stand off distance. Here it is with a tripod foot added:...
Very good point! I use the 105mm micro with the 1.4 extender when it is windy instead of the 200micro for it's quicker autofocus. example: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-533534-1.html
Mar 4, 2019 16:30:27 #
fetzler wrote:
I have a Sigma 50mm and a Nikon 85mm Nikon both work well. The longer focal length is helpful for quite a few subjects. I would consider the 60mm, 85mm and 105mm Nikon. Remember the 60mm is a FF equivalent of 90mm.
While it has the field of view of a 90mm lens, the working distance remains that of a 60mm lens.
Mar 6, 2019 21:33:06 #
awis01 wrote:
I am just getting into Macro photography. I shoot w/ a Nikon D-500. What would be the best nikkor micro lens to start with. Primarily bugs and flowers
Take a look at the latest version of the Tamron 90mm 2.8 macro lens. It's got fantastic reviews. I have the version prior to the latest and it's an awesome macro lens.
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