Nikon D7000
Dec 8, 2012 23:23:03 #
Lucian
Loc: From Wales, living in Ohio
raden...
Re-think what you really need when it comes to macro. How much macro work will you be doing, really, and what will the subject matter be?
I would suggest looking at a set of close up filters that may well get you your macro range but at a fraction of the cost and you you can use them on some of the lenses you already have without a further purchase.
Re-think what you really need when it comes to macro. How much macro work will you be doing, really, and what will the subject matter be?
I would suggest looking at a set of close up filters that may well get you your macro range but at a fraction of the cost and you you can use them on some of the lenses you already have without a further purchase.
Dec 8, 2012 23:48:27 #
I have wondered about those filters as I have seen them but never read much about them. Lucian, the 70-300mm will focus @ a little under 5ft, I think it is, I zoom in fully and I have shot tons of wonderful butterflies, insects and other such creatures and after I do some serious cropping and other post processing many of them have turned out beautifully. I am still an amateur as far as photography goes and as far as I know this method is not really even remotely considered macro, is it? Just close up photography?? I do enjoy this but I am really fascinated at most of the true macro shots that I have seen from other phototgraphers and I do believe that I would truly enjoy it. I have never used a true macro lens before mostly because they are so expensive. I thought about renting one but would already need to know even some of the basics of macro. You do make a strong point in that I should try the lens or filters before I purchased a very expensive lens that I grew tired of and stopped using. It truly does fascinate me though. I studied Geology and a lot of Science in college so I somewhat naturally have a keen interest in the miniature world beneath and around us. I guess I would shoot a lot of little spiders and bugs?? LOL
Dec 9, 2012 00:00:30 #
Lucian
Loc: From Wales, living in Ohio
Using close up filters you usually use smaller prime lenses like 50mm or 70 or 80mm. These allow you to get very close like an inch or so away from the front element of your lens. You will probably find some videos on YouTube.
Dec 9, 2012 00:05:34 #
Lucian,
I really enjoy photographing birds a little more than some of the other wildlife as I have always maintained feeders around the property for years, raised Quail and Turkeys to release back in the wild, maintained a Blue Bird trail with numerous nesting boxes all along our fence rows so I would just about kill for a really powerful zoom lens. I have read about and asked several photographers about a good lens and almost all of them recommend the Sigma 150-500mm. They are just over $1000.00 new I think but have seen some good used ones between $700.00-$800.00. They described them as almost new anyway but I think I would most definitely purchase and get much more enjoyment from one of them rather than a macro lens. I sure wish photography was a lot less expensive though. Especially when it is only my hobby! But I do love it.
I really enjoy photographing birds a little more than some of the other wildlife as I have always maintained feeders around the property for years, raised Quail and Turkeys to release back in the wild, maintained a Blue Bird trail with numerous nesting boxes all along our fence rows so I would just about kill for a really powerful zoom lens. I have read about and asked several photographers about a good lens and almost all of them recommend the Sigma 150-500mm. They are just over $1000.00 new I think but have seen some good used ones between $700.00-$800.00. They described them as almost new anyway but I think I would most definitely purchase and get much more enjoyment from one of them rather than a macro lens. I sure wish photography was a lot less expensive though. Especially when it is only my hobby! But I do love it.
Dec 9, 2012 00:09:22 #
I have the 50mm G lens so it might work. Do you know about how much the filters cost and a brand or type you would recommend. That sounds rather interesting and would probably be worth a try.
Dec 9, 2012 00:24:39 #
Wow, a Sigma refurbished for $799.00. I need to rob a bank. You know, I have just recently started logging into UHH almost daily now, have learned as much or more from everyone here than I have on my own and I can honestly say, I have not even noticed the classifieds! How stupid. I will post my Nikon items there also as it looks pretty active. Thanks for that.
Dec 9, 2012 00:41:36 #
Dec 9, 2012 00:44:41 #
I thought you had the 50mm D, raden? Also, get hte 60mm F/2.8. It is like 250 or less on ebay, and tack sharp. I've also used the 40mm G lens. It's awesome.
Dec 9, 2012 00:56:47 #
Hello,
Yes, you are correct! I do have the 50mm D. I didn't realize that I listed it as a G. Most of these other lens are G and what does that stand for anyway? The 60 mm you suggested is very affordable especially for an amateur to start out with. What do you enjoy photographing the most?
Yes, you are correct! I do have the 50mm D. I didn't realize that I listed it as a G. Most of these other lens are G and what does that stand for anyway? The 60 mm you suggested is very affordable especially for an amateur to start out with. What do you enjoy photographing the most?
Dec 9, 2012 01:02:11 #
I enjoy night shots, and astrophotography. You can check out my work at stefc.smugmug.com or http://www.etsy.com/shop/StefSee
My goal is to have
D600, 16-35mm f/4 VR. 50mm 1.8, 60mm f.28, 85mm 1.8, and a 70-200mm f/4 :)
My goal is to have
D600, 16-35mm f/4 VR. 50mm 1.8, 60mm f.28, 85mm 1.8, and a 70-200mm f/4 :)
Dec 9, 2012 01:17:41 #
Whew! That sounds incredibly interesting but way way over my head.
Do the photos look underexposed?
Do the photos look underexposed?
a little chickadee from yesterday
red breasted nuthatch but sometimes my pics aren't as sharp or as in focus as they should be. I think I am not focusing properly but they are so quick I also move alot so that may be my problem
Dec 9, 2012 01:26:00 #
Wow Stefan! You are incredibly talented! Your garden fly photo just blows me away! I actually do think I would enjoy macro and you also took these with the D7000, correct? Amazing!!
Dec 9, 2012 08:57:12 #
thank you very much I don't think your photos look under exposed. yep they were all taken with the 7000 and that was with the 40 millimeter Micro lens. the 60 and 105 even better
Dec 9, 2012 10:44:59 #
raden wrote:
Hello,
Yes, you are correct! I do have the 50mm D. I didn't realize that I listed it as a G. Most of these other lens are G and what does that stand for anyway? The 60 mm you suggested is very affordable especially for an amateur to start out with. What do you enjoy photographing the most?
Yes, you are correct! I do have the 50mm D. I didn't realize that I listed it as a G. Most of these other lens are G and what does that stand for anyway? The 60 mm you suggested is very affordable especially for an amateur to start out with. What do you enjoy photographing the most?
PS.. "G" Means there is no physical aperture ring like there is on the older lenses.
Dec 9, 2012 11:00:08 #
I did not know that. Thank you. How did you learn to do such great macro? Are you a self taught photographer?
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