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p.1 #1 · Just supposing I wanted

Greetings to all of you alternative types. A question: If you wanted a macro lens in the 180mm range and didn't care about infinity (or auto) focusing what would you get? I'm a Canon user and just don't see the point of the Canon 180 pricing when I would only use it for macro work. Thanks, John

Apr 03, 2009 at 08:10 PM

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p.1 #2 · Just supposing I wanted

Nikkor or Pentax 200mm f4 macro. The Pentax is a bit better, the Nikkor a LOT cheaper.

Apr 03, 2009 at 08:18 PM

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p.1 #3 · Just supposing I wanted

Thanks Mawz, I'm assuming you mean the Pentax to be 35mm rather than med format. And what type of adapter would I want/need? I'll keep my eyes open on the B&S.

Apr 03, 2009 at 08:35 PM

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p.1 #4 · Just supposing I wanted

john_edwards wrote:
Thanks Mawz, I'm assuming you mean the Pentax to be 35mm rather than med format. And what type of adapter would I want/need? I'll keep my eyes open on the B&S.

Yes, I'm referring to the K mount A* 200 f4 Macro in the case of the Pentax.

For Pentax you'll need a K to EOS adaptor and if you're using a Canon body that isn't EF-S you'll also need to remove the stop-down lever and cut off the lever guard in order to prevent mirror interference.

The Nikon needs no modifications, just a good F-EOS adaptor.

Apr 03, 2009 at 08:43 PM

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p.1 #5 · Just supposing I wanted

Thanks

Apr 03, 2009 at 08:47 PM

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p.1 #6 · Just supposing I wanted

i haven't tried it, but the Sigma 150mm is pretty well regarded around here.

http://www.fredmiranda.com/forum/topic/719491/0?keyword=sigma,150#6503485

not sure how important that 30mm difference is to you either.

there are other threads on the sigma if you search for it in this forum.

good luck

-damon

Apr 03, 2009 at 08:58 PM

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p.1 #7 · Just supposing I wanted

Sigma 150/2.8 APO macro is excellent for the money, and goes to 1:1. Also, consider the older Sigma 180/2.8 APO if 1:2 is good enough. They are not too hard to find in Nikon AF mount. The Canon mount ones will not stop down on the newer bodies. If you are lucky you might even find one in Nikon MF mount. I have one and it is superb.

Apr 03, 2009 at 10:48 PM

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p.1 #8 · Just supposing I wanted

Yep I might go there (Sig 150), but I was thinking a little longer focal length as I'm ff. Thanks for everyone's ideas.

John

Apr 04, 2009 at 02:24 AM

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p.1 #9 · Just supposing I wanted

Another vote for the Sigma 150. Sharp as heck even wide open, great colour. add a tube you have yourself over 1:1 and the longer focal length you desire.

Apr 04, 2009 at 02:38 AM

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p.1 #10 · Just supposing I wanted

Ditto the Sigma 150 Macro. Different type of lens almost to the point of being exotic. Full time manual and HSM to boot. Is just as effective as a portrait lens as it is a macro. Excellent tripod collar included and fine lens hood. Colors reproduce rich and saturated. No CA at all. If you hold one in your hand your a goner. Stellar IQ..Bruce

Apr 04, 2009 at 02:57 AM

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p.1 #11 · Just supposing I wanted

Actually... I would suggest the lens you are walking away from - the Canon 180mm f3.5 L is simply superb. I would choose it over just about alternative. Yes it is bigger, has slow AF, is expensive, etc. etc. But the results are very good.

Apr 04, 2009 at 03:21 AM

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