Lens for macro photography

[spikezz]

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ooh ic. other than buying from clubsnap, do you know where can buy locally at shops? its because i need it urgently.

 

[ExplorerZ]

ooh ic. other than buying from clubsnap, do you know where can buy locally at shops? its because i need it urgently.

eh i dono... personally im not using KM/sony system so never really go look at KM stuffs... just happen that my friend is using a KM5D and got that lens thats why i know about it :bsmilie:

 

[spikezz]

eh i dono... personally im not using KM/sony system so never really go look at KM stuffs... just happen that my friend is using a KM5D and got that lens thats why i know about it :bsmilie:

ahhhaa ok. now i am wondering where can i get camera lenses. do you know of a place something like sim lim square which are for computer stuffs but for camera stuffs?

 

[Edward77]

You got to first decide what kind of macro photos you will be taking.

60mm is an excellent lens. However, it lacks the working distance (minimum focusing distance at which you obtain 1:1 magnification). You might require if you want to shoot bugs. It also pose some challange in lighting the subject too because you are so close to the subject.

90mm or 105mm gives you more working distance, while 180mm or 200mm is the ultimate for bugs shooter.

This is good advise ....
Now I got to really reconsider if I should get the Nikon 60mm or ... ???
Thanks ....

 

[sophiandy]

Do consider the Nikkor AF Micro 60mm f/2.8D. For S$600, it's a good lens to begin with. I also own it and have been very pleased wtih its results. See the following photo for example: -