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Apr 16, 2022 06:34:59 #
Artcameraman
Loc: Springfield NH
After years of collecting dust I had to dig outlay macro equipment, bellows, reversing ring and all that stuff. I looked at some YouTube videos and found things had changed. People are using microscope lenses to get 4X and 10x photos. OK, I need, not want, NEED a microscope lens, adaptor, 43mm to 44mm adaptor and maybe a Manox lens. I'm sure there is someone out there retiring and has all this for sale. Please let me know. No junk guys.
Apr 16, 2022 07:29:03 #
Open a WTB (Want To Buy) post for any microscope lens in the For Sale section - https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-6-1.html
Apr 16, 2022 14:24:41 #
Apr 16, 2022 15:25:16 #
Artcameraman wrote:
After years of collecting dust I had to dig outlay macro equipment, bellows, reversing ring and all that stuff. I looked at some YouTube videos and found things had changed. People are using microscope lenses to get 4X and 10x photos. OK, I need, not want, NEED a microscope lens, adaptor, 43mm to 44mm adaptor and maybe a Manox lens. I'm sure there is someone out there retiring and has all this for sale. Please let me know. No junk guys.
There are two macro categories here on UHH. You might want to post there too.
True Macro-Photography Forum
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.html
This is a forum dedicated to discussing true macro technique, and to share results obtained with macro lenses & macro gear. Managed by Macro Forum Manager.
Close Up Photography
https://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-113-1.html
This section is for those interested in close-up photography. Less restrictive than True Macro (1:1 magnification), no special equipment required. Open to all levels of experience. Managed by Dixiegirl, Blenheim Orange.
Apr 17, 2022 09:43:07 #
fetzler
Loc: North West PA
There are folks who frequently post in the true macro forum that are using microscope lenses. Check out the photos there and send a PM. I am sure that you will get some help.
Wemacro.com has equipment of the type that you describe. The last time I checked them a couple of weeks ago the company was unable to ship due to China lock downs.
Ultramacro.com has all sorts of equiupment of the type you are looking for. Prices are a bit high as they are located in UK where EVERYTHING is pricy. Shipping should be rather quick and you do not have to pay VAT.
I have a Laowa 25mm lens that take photos from 2.5 X to 5 X. It is nice and sharp. This lens comes in Nikon and Cannon mounts. I have an adapter to mount the lens on my Olympus Camera. Used copies are occasionally available.
It really helps to have an automatic rail that can move in steps of a few microns for focus stacking. Wemacro has such a rail.
Wemacro.com has equipment of the type that you describe. The last time I checked them a couple of weeks ago the company was unable to ship due to China lock downs.
Ultramacro.com has all sorts of equiupment of the type you are looking for. Prices are a bit high as they are located in UK where EVERYTHING is pricy. Shipping should be rather quick and you do not have to pay VAT.
I have a Laowa 25mm lens that take photos from 2.5 X to 5 X. It is nice and sharp. This lens comes in Nikon and Cannon mounts. I have an adapter to mount the lens on my Olympus Camera. Used copies are occasionally available.
It really helps to have an automatic rail that can move in steps of a few microns for focus stacking. Wemacro has such a rail.
Apr 17, 2022 10:35:18 #
Artcameraman, I'll share recommendations from my trials and tribulations of staging microphotography focus stacking sessions.
There are two common types of microscope objectives often used as the optics for the camera:
1. Finite objectives that require them to be extended a specific distance from the camera sensor (often 160mm).
2. Infinite objectives which are to be used in conjunction with a "tube lens" in order to function properly.
Not all microscope objectives are ideal for use in microphotography:
Biological microscope objectives have VERY close working distances. Beyond 4X, the working distance can be fractions of a millimeter from the subject. Knowing the working distance of a microscope objective before investing in it would be a wise decision for getting illumination between the specimen and the tip of the objective may prove very difficult.
Microscope objectives are intended to be used with thin translucent specimens where the light shines through them:
Metallurgical microscope objectives, measuring microscope objectives, and those like them use "reflected" light which makes them ideal for microphotography. Biological objectives will require much more light which makes diffusion very important.
Depth of Field:
The depth of field of a microscope objective is about...none. "PLAN" objectives will be sharper corner to corner, yet they too will have a depth of field most often measured in microns. This makes them impractical for a single "shot" so they are best used for focus stacking sessions.
Color fringing:
The "best" microscope objectives are the 'apochromatic' (APO) which provides clear, color fringe-free, images.
Adapters:
This can be a lot like searching for the Holy Grail at times to get the adapters sizes needed. I found that using the M42 thread size was the most universal "adapt to" size. There are several microscope thread sizes with the most common being RMS (Royal Microscope Society) or DIN style objectives.
Illumination:
The camera and its settings, means of extension, microscope objective, focusing rail, and method of staging, are all the mechanical and repeatable parts of the process. Illumination is the "art" portion of the process and it will be both a journey as well as an adventure. It also varies with the specific characteristics of the specimen as the light reflects off of it. Controlling highlights and blowout colors can try one's soul getting them right.
There are two common types of microscope objectives often used as the optics for the camera:
1. Finite objectives that require them to be extended a specific distance from the camera sensor (often 160mm).
2. Infinite objectives which are to be used in conjunction with a "tube lens" in order to function properly.
Not all microscope objectives are ideal for use in microphotography:
Biological microscope objectives have VERY close working distances. Beyond 4X, the working distance can be fractions of a millimeter from the subject. Knowing the working distance of a microscope objective before investing in it would be a wise decision for getting illumination between the specimen and the tip of the objective may prove very difficult.
Microscope objectives are intended to be used with thin translucent specimens where the light shines through them:
Metallurgical microscope objectives, measuring microscope objectives, and those like them use "reflected" light which makes them ideal for microphotography. Biological objectives will require much more light which makes diffusion very important.
Depth of Field:
The depth of field of a microscope objective is about...none. "PLAN" objectives will be sharper corner to corner, yet they too will have a depth of field most often measured in microns. This makes them impractical for a single "shot" so they are best used for focus stacking sessions.
Color fringing:
The "best" microscope objectives are the 'apochromatic' (APO) which provides clear, color fringe-free, images.
Adapters:
This can be a lot like searching for the Holy Grail at times to get the adapters sizes needed. I found that using the M42 thread size was the most universal "adapt to" size. There are several microscope thread sizes with the most common being RMS (Royal Microscope Society) or DIN style objectives.
Illumination:
The camera and its settings, means of extension, microscope objective, focusing rail, and method of staging, are all the mechanical and repeatable parts of the process. Illumination is the "art" portion of the process and it will be both a journey as well as an adventure. It also varies with the specific characteristics of the specimen as the light reflects off of it. Controlling highlights and blowout colors can try one's soul getting them right.
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