Some 70-200VR + 500D + TC-17EII samples

nice work with this combo Frank. I know you will really appreciate a 200mm if you ever get your hands on one.

 

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Frank

Great set of pictures - my personal favourite is probably #5. I just like the multitude of colo(u)rs and beads of water on the stamen.

A 200mm micro sounds great, but I tend to be in the same camp as Paul - using a couple of telephoto's to try and keep the amount of stuff I lug around to a minimum.

I've started playing with extension tubes, the 2x or 1.4x convertors with a 500D. Get some interesting results if a little dark - but thats a different thread !

If you do get a 200 - make sure you give it a good workout and post the results here. I'm always prepared to change my mind  

 

WOW very nicely done cant beleive the detail, I imagien the focusing is so small of window u have to be right on, nice belnd fo flash also, lets see soem more

 

Most excellent photos, Frank. With work like this, why waste money on a 200 Micro!
Jerry Snider

 

Frank, I like #3 & #4. Thanks for posting these kinds of shots. I think it helps people to have a point of reference when considering options.  

I can feel the beginnings of LLD creeping in so I must leave now. Other lenses are higher on the priority list.  

 

I am always impressed what you can do with the 500D coupled with the most excellent 70-200mm. Number 4 is my favorite as I like the colors and water drops.

 

Frank,

Your images are fantastic. I especially like the last four images. I feel obligated to give my 70-200 + 500D another workout! :lol: Alas, my teleconverter is still on backorder... and we leave for Niagara Falls next week!   I want to give it a try in the butterfly conservatory!

 

Frank you just really open a Pandora Box of macro, your first four and the last one are outstanding.

 

Frank
You are pretty accomplished so far! I use mirror lock up and an MC-30 remote release to insure minimal vibration when absolute detail is my objective.(this is by nature all macro work). To me the single most important thing for macro is proper alignment of the camera to your subject. This will give you all the depth of field you have available.
Some have mentioned no need for a macro when your results are this good with this combo, and there is value in what they say, BUT you are obviously intrigued by the fine details and a macro set up will allow you to explore this part of your creativity even more.

 

I'm working on this...

I see another macro lens in my future.   I'm not in a hurry but like the thoughts of the 70-180 and the 200. Still looking into manual focus lenses as well.

I have to agree with something you said earlier though about the focusing mechanism of the micro lenses. They are definitely smooth and give you incredible control. Makes manual focusing fun!  

 

I have the sigma 20-200, not the Nikkor VR unfortunately. The Kenko tubes retain AF - albeit a lot slower - so I tend to use MF. Loss of light is compensated by using a flash - something I am still trying to get the hang of.

Rewarding stuff when it all works though.

 

Frank,

I'd say you have analyzed the macro lens situation quite nicely. I am a manual focus noob and can't rely on my own visual acuity. Like I might have said earlier (memory fails me), I really like my 70-180 and you can always switch to manual mode. I take it everywhere and rely on a monopod for focusing. The other combo is just too heavy for me to use for extended periods of time. But, I will give it a try as soon as the TC17 comes in...some day. In the meantime, I will prepare a few more samples for you to whet your appetite. Sooner or later you will give in to the micro Nikkor side...LOL! :twisted: LLD strikes again!!

 

Fantastic Flew

Short on words right now........

 

Frank,

If you have a technique, please share. I try to focus, but usually blur out before I can compose my images. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated.