is this lense good for macro photos?
372803
Yes, the lens does very good macro photos, to get 1:1 aspect the distance is about 6 inches, I also recomend tu use a flash ring to avoid thshadows in some shots. The lens is great, works very good on macro and casual shooting with a very good f2.8 stop.
372804
Yes, I would think it's the main reason to have this lens. Some say the lens gets too close to the subject when used for macro work, I have not found that to be a problem. I find the lens very useful especially all around, but would probably not own it if not for its macro capability.
372805
Without paying a lot more, yes, it'll get close, sometimes even under the lens hood. Watch for the shadow.
176771
No, this is not macro lens. It is more portraiture. Olympus makes a 60mm macro lens, which is 1:1.
583901
Long autofocus speed is an issue for landscape shots, but besides macros, it excels at portraits and close up shots. Furthermore I don't see anything either bad or good about landscape and general photos taken with this lens. I would definitely not recommend it for a general purpose lens, but as a fantastic portrait lens.
1770840
It really depends on how close a macro shot you are looking to take. I tried to use this lens for some really close macro shot and it did not focus well. Have to use manual focus. This is overall a very good lens but if you are looking for specific lens to take exceptionally good close macro shots then it is better to get a true macro lens.
1839541
Probably. I don't know what a "macro manual lens" is, but you might, at best, have to get some intermediary ring adapter to fit the threads of each device. You can probably get those at any camera shop or from Amazon.
130728
With the lens that comes on it , you will get great photos. But if you want macro considered 1:1 ratio, then you need to be sure to buy a macro lens. Go here to see the different lens offered by Amazon. copy and paste in the search bar. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_15?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords;=sony%20macro%20lens%20for%20alpha&sprefix;=sony+macro+lens%2Celectronics%2C193 hope this helps. Randy With the lens that comes on it , you will get great photos. But if you want macro considered 1:1 ratio, then you need to be sure to buy a macro lens. Go here to see the different lens offered by Amazon. copy and paste in the search bar. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_15?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords;=sony%20macro%20lens%20for%20alpha&sprefix;=sony+macro+lens%2Celectronics%2C193 hope this... » Read More With the lens that comes on it , you will get great photos. But if you want macro considered 1:1 ratio, then you need to be sure to buy a macro lens. Go here to see the different lens offered by Amazon. copy and paste in the search bar. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_15?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords;=sony%20macro%20lens%20for%20alpha&sprefix;=sony+macro+lens%2Celectronics%2C193 hope this helps. Randy « Show Less
2120239
It will do well for portraits and close-up macro photography with enough light. I do like this lens for what it delivers for its price. It does hunt in low-light though, but if you know its application it is fine.
943576
It isn't really a macro lens but in the true sense but you can zoom from a distance to get a nice close-up say for portrait. It's a telephoto lens.
787437
I assume you mean macro photos... well... the macro lense is very good, and you can approach the subject up to 1 cm if necessary... I make a x2 zoom and still use the macro with a better and wider perspective. The only problem is when you use the macro with flash, in which case a horrible shadow will appear in the lower part of the picture. To avoid that I focus the subject on the superior 1/3 of the frame and then afterwards I crop the image. With a photograph of 20 mp even the crop one is still usable.
2156711
No this lens is not intended for macro photography. A prime lens designated as macro is good for this. I recommend the Sigma 70mm macro for Pentax, it is really sharp.
138091
It is not designated as a macro lens, though I have taken some fairly close-ups which turned out out pretty good. I have not yet taken the lens to its closest focus limit since I do not do many really close-up photos.
436677
Yes and no. It will turn your lens into a macro lens. You will not be able to keep this on your lens for everyday use, with the ability of closer focusing. You will only be able to focus up to a few centimeters away.
138092
Hello Hugh, It focuses super fast, zooms from wide-angle to super-telephoto, and gets close enough for macro shots. However, this is not a replacement for macro lens. Suggestions for Canon macro lens - Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS or Canon EF 180mm f/3.5L. If you looking for cheaper options - Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 USM or Canon EF 50mm f/2.5.
814282
Yes and not only, even slideshow. You have to decide to buy a kit or to buy a body and a lens separate. It would be a little expensive, but... you know Some tips: The best macro lens for Nikon is Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM - 700 Sharpness test: http://cdn0.mos.techradar.futurecdn.net/Review%20images/PhotoRadar/Best%20macro%20lenses/Res%20Sigma%20105mm%20f2-8%20EX%20DG%20OS%20HSM_105mm_f8_5391.JPG Again, second only to Zeiss. There's little central fringing at all apertures, and at the edges it's still better than some lenses at the centre. Compare to Zeiss Makro-Planar T* F2 100mm ZE - 1,550 Good luck 8)
1770834
works great for macros! seriously this lens is amazing for the price. You do need to be 2-3 ft away but works and looks awesome!
1501077
It should work just fine. it's 52mm just like all Nikon lenses. Use it in manual focus in plenty of light or flash, and you will have an inexpensive macro lens.
176768
For macro work you would really want a lens ratio of 5:1, but as you can imagine those are a bit pricey. In response to your question of whether or not it is good for macro work, I would say it's alright. There is such a thing as a poor mans macro which is essentially four filters you place on your lens with various levels of magnification. This is a very affordable option as it will probably cost you less than 20 dollars. However, in doing so your depth of field will be very shallow. I suggest googling and doing research about it before you make a purchase.