what lens do u use for close up?

[initialE24]

I have seen some pics on close up of insects eg spider. How do u capture and wat lens do u use? PLs advise. Thanks

[yanyewkay]

get macro lenses that allow you to go in closer and get a bigger reproduction ratio like 1:2 or 1:1. Using extension tube helps to being in the minimum focus distance also.

Kinda vague here becasue I don't know how to explain properly.

Maybe a goggle on macro lenses and extension tube will provide more details.

[initialE24]

I am using D70. any lenses that u can recommend?

[rncw]

for macro/micro lenses:

nikkor 60mm, 105mm (f2.8), 200mm (f4)
tamron 90mm (f2.8), 150mm (f3.5)
sigma 105mm, 150mm (f2.8), 180 (f3.5)

or

get a canon 500D closeup lens (filter) to use with lens like 80-200

or get some extension tubes like this :
http://www.thkphoto.com/products/kenko/slrc-05.html

[sumball]

Originally Posted by initialE24 I am using D70. any lenses that u can recommend?

UK also using a D70, after a talk to him, he decided to .....

[yanyewkay]

BUY!BUY!BUY! ahahah.. after I sold off my 70-300G.. my fingers got itchy to shoot butterflies again.. so I went to buy a Sigma 70-300 APO Macro Super II.. It has a macro function that allowed me to move in closer to my subjects (~1m). I would say it's a cheap beginner's macro lens at ~$340 - $400 on the streets.

But the solid macro lenses are something like Tamron 90mm which offer 1:1 reproduction. And great sharpness! Costs more of course ~$500++

Ockly uses the tamron 90mm with extension tubes (on a 300D) and he can focus like 3cm infront of the objects. power!

[sulhan]

Hiee....

Here are some point to take note of in deciding on what you would get....

1) Really close stationary subject - bugs or flowers that is not easily scared away.... - if you want power magnifcation like 1:1 - 100mm or 50mm macro is the way to go...$$$$$$ - best optical option

2) Distant tele macro - for Insects that may be uncomfortable with you being too close - e.g butterflies.... - telemacro allows longer working distances that fill the frame for butterflies....$$$

3) Budget Macro - using an extension tube or close up filter - using extension tubes(tubes does not have aperture multiplier so need to manual compensate - not that big issue...) with short zooms like 35-70 will aloow quite a good magnification.
Using reverse 50mm too will allow great magnification. $

4) Dedicated CLose up filter like the Canon 500D - apocromats - usually have two or more elements cost $$$.

The cheapest solution is (3)

I personally have tried (1)(2)&(3). Having used owned the 100mm macro, there will be a point that the lens may not get that much mileage if you don't really do macro all the time like me.....I sold off my 100mm and then invested on a cheap teleconvertor and removed the glass - to get the aperture multiplier IC - and the consistent results like this is achievable...

My current setup is 35-70mm f4 with tube......to get this...


Some patience and practice .....lots of practice....will help you understand your equipment and its limitations....

rgds,
sulhan

[tchuanye]

Originally Posted by yanyewkay BUY!BUY!BUY! ahahah.. after I sold off my 70-300G.. my fingers got itchy to shoot butterflies again.. so I went to buy a Sigma 70-300 APO Macro Super II.. It has a macro function that allowed me to move in closer to my subjects (~1m). I would say it's a cheap beginner's macro lens at ~$340 - $400 on the streets. But the solid macro lenses are something like Tamron 90mm which offer 1:1 reproduction. And great sharpness! Costs more of course ~$500++ Ockly uses the tamron 90mm with extension tubes (on a 300D) and he can focus like 3cm infront of the objects. power!

I had the Sigma 70-300 APO I for my Minolta last time, and it has an accessory to make the lens take 1:1 reproduction. I am actually using it for my FZ10, and its the Sigma Achromatic Macro lens. Its a close up filter. Bought it for S$50 (I think) and thats was 5-6 yrs ago.

[initialE24]

thank you guys...... appreciate the advise. cheers!