Nikon Macro Users
Feb 20, 2013 10:22:27 #
Hi All
I am trying to decide between these two lens the latest Nikon 105mm macro and the Nikon 200mm f4 macro. Could any of you people out there that use these lens come back to me with your Pros and Cons. TK's REJ
I am trying to decide between these two lens the latest Nikon 105mm macro and the Nikon 200mm f4 macro. Could any of you people out there that use these lens come back to me with your Pros and Cons. TK's REJ
Feb 20, 2013 10:45:05 #
i would pic the 105 every time for hand held macro shots,but if you want to use a tripod the 105 doesnt have a collar but the 200 probably does.i have a 150mm macro which has a tripod collar and thats the one i use with a tripod.mostly i shoot hand held though.
Feb 20, 2013 12:22:05 #
Unless you are going to be shooting in a studio with tripod and lighting then stay away from the 200mm... It is not a good lens for shooting handheld in the field, in fact it is very difficult to use.
I have a 180mm lens and also a 100mm so I am offering this advice based on my own experience. With the 200mm lens motion blur becomes a much more significant challenge in your macro photography, not only in steadying the camera, but also because of the movement caused by wind and other factors that you will encounter in the field.
I have a 180mm lens and also a 100mm so I am offering this advice based on my own experience. With the 200mm lens motion blur becomes a much more significant challenge in your macro photography, not only in steadying the camera, but also because of the movement caused by wind and other factors that you will encounter in the field.
Feb 20, 2013 16:31:38 #
Feb 20, 2013 17:59:51 #
Here is a thread that will help you make a decision:
FAQ: Why are there macro lenses of different focal lengths?
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-83141-1.html
P.S. - I own and regularly use a Nikkor 105G. If I had to buy again, based on the excellent results of other macro-photographers on this forum, I would strongly consider the Sigma 105-mm macro, or the Tokina 100-mm macro. I personally favor Vibration Reduction (VR) option, but other (younger) M-Ps do not.
Take a look at several set-ups here, which were used to capture many, many of the macro-photographs on this forum: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-32754-1.html
FAQ: Why are there macro lenses of different focal lengths?
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-83141-1.html
P.S. - I own and regularly use a Nikkor 105G. If I had to buy again, based on the excellent results of other macro-photographers on this forum, I would strongly consider the Sigma 105-mm macro, or the Tokina 100-mm macro. I personally favor Vibration Reduction (VR) option, but other (younger) M-Ps do not.
Take a look at several set-ups here, which were used to capture many, many of the macro-photographs on this forum: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-32754-1.html
Feb 20, 2013 19:07:32 #
I have a 60mm nikkor and I like it but the (working distance) I dont know if that is the right term, my old bones don't like crawling around to get a good image.I still like the 105mm but what about the sigma 150mm. I am not looking for the cheapest lens but a lens I can have fun working with. TK's REJ
Feb 20, 2013 19:13:19 #
I own the Sigma 180 and it is a great lens but very difficult in the field, I don't think that I can impress upon you enough that most field macro photographers love their lenses in the 100mm range... Even those of us who own both the 100 and also a longer lens...
Maybe this will help, my 100mm lens before it broke, saw 20x more action than did my 180, and even afterwards it is rare that I take the 180 into the field.
Maybe this will help, my 100mm lens before it broke, saw 20x more action than did my 180, and even afterwards it is rare that I take the 180 into the field.
Feb 20, 2013 19:43:59 #
Just got the Nikon 105 macro and it is great! (bought used at Pasadena Camera Show)
Feb 20, 2013 21:10:16 #
To get really good macro it's important to get down on the level of the bug. You have to get within your MWD and also use flash. I use the Tokina 100mm to get my macro on, but I also own the 300mm F/4 nikon lens. It's tough enough keeping the 300mm still enough for birds and animals. I couldn't imaging using the 200mm F/4 in the field, Hand Held, bent over, on my knees reaching out. You don't get many good macro shots using a tripod. Of coarse you will get a few but will miss many more opportunities being anchored down with the tripod. Stay in the 100mm range.
REJ wrote:
Hi All
I am trying to decide between these two lens the latest Nikon 105mm macro and the Nikon 200mm f4 macro. Could any of you people out there that use these lens come back to me with your Pros and Cons. TK's REJ
I am trying to decide between these two lens the latest Nikon 105mm macro and the Nikon 200mm f4 macro. Could any of you people out there that use these lens come back to me with your Pros and Cons. TK's REJ
Feb 21, 2013 16:09:52 #
I'll chime in, not exactly what you asked, but I have the Nikkor 85mm micro and I love it...keep in mind it's a DX lens, but it's a beaut, and when the idiot behind the camera gets it right, the photos are fine....and to echo Blurry's comments, this lens will be easier to handle in the field than the larger ones mentioned....
Feb 21, 2013 21:49:45 #
If you intend on using this lens to do field work with butterflies and insects, your main problem with this lens is AF is sloooow. And depending on what body you are using, weight is the next big factor. I use my 105-mm macro almost exclusively.
Feb 23, 2013 15:56:48 #
Another thing that nobody mentioned is the difference between the F/4 and F/2.8 I own a older F/4 100mm Pentax macro and a lot of the time it is harder to focus when you are not in the brightest light with the F/4.
Feb 23, 2013 19:49:09 #
hangman45 wrote:
Difference is exactly 1-stop exposure.Another thing that nobody mentioned is the difference between the F/4 and F/2.8.
Feb 23, 2013 19:53:37 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
1 Stop makes a major difference when you are in the shadehangman45 wrote:
Difference is exactly 1-stop exposure.Another thing that nobody mentioned is the difference between the F/4 and F/2.8.
Feb 24, 2013 00:04:49 #
Thanks All The next time I'm in town I'll pick up a Nikon 105mm. I'll have to practice inside untill the snow melts. Once again Thanks. REJ
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