Thursday, 1 June 2017

equipment recommendation - What should I consider when purchasing a macro lens?



What should I be aware of when buying a macro lens (other than that it will fit my camera)?


What features should I look for?


What specs should I pay close attention to?


What factors affect macro lens price (beyond than the brand name)?


Are there special accessories that are needed or recommended for a macro lens?



Answer



There are quite some different models on the market. Canon alone already has 5 different models I believe.


It depends what you want to photograph. If you can get very close to the subject a 50mm would be enough. If you need a bit more distance (e.g. animals/insects) the 200mm would be a better (but also more expensive) choice. There is also a special model (MP-E 65mm) that allows a variable magnification (1x-5x) but has no autofocus.


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