The case for a dedicated macro lens

Golden Retrievers just always have that smile.

 

Great choice, I made the same one and find it on the camera quite often when I want a shot of the puppy sleeping, or what not. Great as a macro lens for static objects, and a very good portrait lens.

 

I have the 105 micro and even though I've only had it for a couple of weeks I find myself not using it that much. I normally am using my 70-300 VR lens as I like the functionality of the zoom better. I'm going to thang onto the macro lens though as I can see where it will probably come it very handy in the future...

 

I like my Tamron 90 very much.

However for bug work, espcially scorpions, aggressive spiders, and stinging insects (ants and bees), I find the combination of a Canon 500D and either an 80-200 or 300 (with or without ext. tubes) gives as good an image without placing the photographer in "harms way".

I especially like the range of sizes one can achieve on the 80-200. But it and the 300 (which is at 1:1 or better with the 500D due to its close focus, as well using the TC1.4 with the setup) require the use of a very good tripod and often the SB800 (can we say heavy?).

Thus like you, I went to a dedicated lens and find it a great tool.

I could see the 60mm as a "normal lens", especially as the higher ISO performance improves.

 

You would think someone would have figured out how to prevent VW bus fires by now. I have personally witnessed 3 over the years!

Nice photos no matter what you shot them with.

 

Love that last shot of the lilly!

 

UF

Good to see you still doing your thing. Quite a portfolio you have amassed - and you still have the touch with living things (including people).

patrickh

 

It's the fuel pump that sits on top the engine with push on rubber hoses. I put hose clamps on mine ('66 beetle) and didn't worry about it any more.

Frank - I just love seeing your lens specific photo sets!

 

Love the images, Frank... particularly the one of the dog. It looks like my dog... Oh wait... It IS my dog, Belle, LOL! :biggrin::biggrin::biggrin:

 

Well, she's my favorite dog too, but the image you took with your 85/1.4 outside the coffee shop ranks even higher than this one, in my book. :wink::smile:

 

Where's Dianne??? I think she wanted to see flowers and the 60 macro!! That is a great lens ..... and I really, really NEED to stay out of this forum. I want too much when I visit!!!

 

Frank,
Did you do all of these handheld?
I enjoy every one of your picture series threads.

Thanks,
Gaye

 

Hi Frank,
Okay, that's good news about the 60mm. I have always thought I'd have to use a tripod for any macro lens. Now I'm going to take this 60mm out and give it a whirl.

Thanks a million! I always learn something on your good threads.

Gaye

 

60mm Micro - a great bargain



Thanks for looking,
Ed

 

very sharp Ed!