Macro Lens for Nikon D750
May 16, 2020 08:49:14 #
Tessa23 wrote:
I have a used Nikon D750 with a Nikon AF-S Nikkor ... (show quote)
105mm f2.8d Nikon. Excellent lense. I bought my copy used for 180.00. Looks and acts like New.
May 16, 2020 09:20:12 #
AZNikon
Loc: Mesa, AZ
I shoot with a D750 also and recently purchased Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro Lens for Nikon F. I have just started using it but like what I see so far. It was $469.00 at B & H.
May 16, 2020 09:35:35 #
Stevejayd
Loc: Palm Desert Ca
I have the tokina 100mm. Super sharp but a little obtuse time use. Once you get used to it it’s great.
May 16, 2020 11:06:15 #
I have the Tokina 100mm 2.8 - very good lens for macro and portraiture. I've also done closeup/macro shots with other lenses ie 55-300dx. What doesn't change is understanding things like distance to subject and depth of field and many other aspects of photography that come in to play other than just buying a macro. Using a tripod is really helpful. Someone had mentioned stepping back to around minimum focusing distance and then cropping. Great idea and it will give you a longer dof. Here are some shots -one with the 55-300dx when cropped and one from the Tokina. IMHO it's more about approach then the tool but good luck. Any macro will take a good shot but so will many other inexpensive lenses based on your shooting approach.
May 16, 2020 12:17:52 #
For flowers,I suggest the 105mm AF D nikon lens. Buy it used and use in manual focus. Or if you want a new lens that will not break your bank, get the Irix 150mm lens with a Nikon mount. It is manual focus only and comes with a tripod collar mount.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1442869-REG/irix_150mm_f_2_8_macro_1_1.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/802089745-USE/nikon_1988_telephoto_af_micro_nikkor.html
If you want a new 105mm Nikon here it is:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/424744-USA/Nikon_2160_105mm_f_2_8G_ED_IF_AF_S.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1442869-REG/irix_150mm_f_2_8_macro_1_1.html
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/802089745-USE/nikon_1988_telephoto_af_micro_nikkor.html
If you want a new 105mm Nikon here it is:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/424744-USA/Nikon_2160_105mm_f_2_8G_ED_IF_AF_S.html
May 16, 2020 13:02:52 #
use extension tubes or close-up diopters with your 24 to 120 lens Considerably less expensive and will work perfectly
May 16, 2020 13:21:43 #
May 16, 2020 14:25:29 #
I am a BIG fan of the Nikon 105/2.8D Micro. Look for one used and you will save some money. I'd suggest KEH. Best of luck.
May 16, 2020 14:52:04 #
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May 16, 2020 17:25:38 #
Marturo
Loc: Western North Carolina
I just got my first Micro lens a Nikkor 105mm F2.8D
for my D7100. It is fantastic, just do not know why I
waited so long. Next on will be the Nikkor 200mm
Micro lens MF preferred.
Here's one from my new lens.
for my D7100. It is fantastic, just do not know why I
waited so long. Next on will be the Nikkor 200mm
Micro lens MF preferred.
Here's one from my new lens.
May 16, 2020 18:18:19 #
gtheodore
Loc: Fort Collins CO
I’m a former Nikon shooter and I think the 200mm macro was one of their best. All metal so it’s a heavy one. If VR is not important to you, see if you can find one. Check out Fred Miranda’s site. Besides being a great lens, You’ll have the comfort of more working space.
May 16, 2020 19:01:39 #
John Battle
Loc: Tacoma, WA, USA
I agree with FiddleMaker's recommendation. I've used this Tokina lens on my D750 with great success.
FiddleMaker wrote:
Here is what Ken Rockwell says about the Tokina 10... (show quote)
May 16, 2020 19:05:28 #
Hello. I also shoot with a D70. Recently posted similar inquiry as you have. The consensus pick was all about the Nikon AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED Lens. Must be sweet. Unfortunately I dot sidetracked searching fir a good, quality tripod. Still hoping to get the lens just have more pressing needs at this time. Good luck.
May 16, 2020 22:07:58 #
ecurb
Loc: Metro Chicago Area
Tessa23 wrote:
I have a used Nikon D750 with a Nikon AF-S Nikkor ... (show quote)
There are a couple ways to get closer then a normal focusing distance. One is a macro lens. A simple set of close-up lenses is the cheaper way. They screw in like filters and work pretty well on a prime lens. My first job in college was copying text book illustrations for professors lectures, using a normal lens and close-up filters.
The next cheapest is extension tubes, they have a learning curve but are elegant in their simplicity.
Then macro/micro lenses let you go from infinity to 1:1. I used the old 55mm micro Nikkor for years on copy stands and slide duplicaters. As mentioned by others, the longer the lens the more working distance from camera to subject. This can be good for safety or lighting, it all depends on your subject. I'd use a 60mm on a copystand and a 105 or 200mm micro lens in the field.
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