Telephoto Zoom

[cereal]

Hi, I am currently using a Canon A95, I always find that the 3x zoom is not enuff to get insect shots.

Was thinking of getting a good telephoto lens. So far I read on the net, maximum is additional of 2x telephoto zoom. Anyone seen a 4x telephoto b4?

If not, is there a possibility to stack 2 pieces of 2x telephoto lens? The result will still be good?

Please advise..

[mpenza]

the 2x are usually way over specified. have tried a few in the past and they work more like a 1.3-1.5x.

if you want to take insect shorts, use close-up filters and get closer to the insects.

[cereal]

thanks for the reply, but the zoom 2x or so is still quite weak.. certain insects like flies will siam if they notice your presence.. so I was thinking of stacking lens, have you tried that b4?

Originally Posted by mpenza the 2x are usually way over specified. have tried a few in the past and they work more like a 1.3-1.5x. if you want to take insect shorts, use close-up filters and get closer to the insects.