Archive 2013 · Do I really need a macro lens for close up flower photography?

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p.1 #1 · Do I really need a macro lens for close up flower photography?

Guys just wondering if I really need to buy macro lens or if I can get some excellent shots with my 35 mm f1.8 or 18-105mm and maybe some extension tubes. Not really interested in shooting flower stamens or bugs eyes, just want to get really crisp flower shots.

Jan 10, 2013 at 12:28 AM

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p.1 #2 · Do I really need a macro lens for close up flower photography?

In my opinion, you should be able to do pretty well with extension tubes. I've used them with 50mm and 70-200mm f2.8 with success.
Douglas

Jan 10, 2013 at 08:30 AM

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p.1 #3 · Do I really need a macro lens for close up flower photography?

I agree that a macro lens isn't really necessary, especially if your intentions of use are more limited. With your 18-105mm with tubes you should be able to do wide angle macro which is a great style of itself. You could also buy a cheap adapter ring and reverse mount these lenses.

Jan 11, 2013 at 03:26 PM

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p.1 #4 · Do I really need a macro lens for close up flower photography?

Of course, flowrs come in many sizes but the majority are neither very large or very small.

Consider getting a good quality supplementary lens for your zoom.

Harold

Jan 12, 2013 at 05:52 AM

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p.1 #5 · Do I really need a macro lens for close up flower photography?

Put a canon 500D on the front . get the 77mm one and use step down rings to fit any lens .

http://www.shutterfreaks.com/Tips/tomhicksmacros.html

Jan 12, 2013 at 11:40 AM


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