Macro Lens

[pesh]

Hi All

Your thoughts on this one pls?

http://www.harveynorman.com.au/tamron-18-270mm-f-3-5-6-3-di-ii-vc-pzd-lens.html

It's compatable for Nikon, isn't it?

Was told generic brands aren't always compatable?

Basically would you buy this if you were a learner looking for a half decent macro lens?

Thx for your input.

Sharon :)

[CrazyCresties]

Pesh have a look here - http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ns=p_PRICE_2%7c0&ci=274&N=4288584247+4109120021+4108103566&srtclk=sort

It's sorted by Macro and Nikon mount and with plenty of user reviews about the lenses. I've just upgraded from the Tamron 60mm f2.0 and I found it a cracking little lens. Macro takes patience as the depth of field can be so narrow and unless you're photographing snails, the subjects can be fast :laugh: but it's got me hooked :D

[pesh]

Sorry pesh but that's not a macro lens, it's a telephoto lens.

I just realised. Having another derrrr day :laugh: . Now to find the one I was looking at.

Thx Snook.

[pesh]

Pesh have a look here - http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ns=p_PRICE_2%7c0&ci=274&N=4288584247+4109120021+4108103566&srtclk=sort

It's sorted by Macro and Nikon mount and with plenty of user reviews about the lenses. I've just upgraded from the Tamron 60mm f2.0 and I found it a cracking little lens. Macro takes patience as the depth of field can be so narrow and unless you're photographing snails, the subjects can be fast :laugh: but it's got me hooked :D

Thx CC for taking the time. :laugh:

[tlc]

Pesh I have the 100mm Macro (Canon) its great, I like the working distance with it as you don't need to get to close to your subject if your working with spiders bees etc.

[RallyValley]

I know it's a bit 'out there' but for very cheap prices you can pick up old manual focus macro lenses. I've been using my dads old macro lenses and since most macro is manual focusing anyway I've had some fun with them. Then if it turns out your not so into Macro you haven't laid out a lot of money :)

My fav shots

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[persephone]

Hey, pesh ..to practice with on the cheap, why not try something like this ? LINK.

I have a set that I use sometimes on my Canon :)

[pesh]

You guys are great. Thx again for the help.

[pesh]

http://www.harveynorman.com.au/tamron-sp-af-60mm-f2-macro-lens.html

Found it.

Your thoughts.

Pers I like the look of those also. Might have to invest, and wait for this one for my birthday, but that's not till June. A long wait when you want something to play with. :laugh:

[CrazyCresties]

That's the one I have Pesh :) I find it a great little lens, but as tlc said due to the focal length you sometimes need to get quite close to your subject, but that didn't bother me as I have the patience for it. That's a good price too if you can get it for that!

I have it on a crop sensor Canon, here is a link to my shots from it if you want to see what it can do :)

http://flic.kr/s/aHsjtetc2s

[pesh]

Thx CC. Love your photos. :D