query: What are the benefits of using a dedicated macro lens over a zoom with macro abilities
positive_passages.docid: 153578
positive_passages.text: Variable focal length for macro lenses?
negative_passages.docid: 93638
negative_passages.text: How can I get the most possible depth of field out of close-up/macro shots?
negative_passages.docid: 103113
negative_passages.text: Why do zoom lenses and compact cameras have varied maximum aperture across the zoom range?
negative_passages.docid: 84007
negative_passages.text: Why are there no fast APS-C zooms beyond 55mm?
negative_passages.docid: 12994
negative_passages.text: Is it physically possible to build a long zoom (17-300 mm for example) at an aperture value of around 1.4 or 1.2?
negative_passages.docid: 65233
negative_passages.text: Which mode should I use on my camera?
negative_passages.docid: 143085
negative_passages.text: Can Tamron 16-300mm Macro Lens fit to Canon EOS 600D?
negative_passages.docid: 10956
negative_passages.text: How do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C camera?
negative_passages.docid: 129284
negative_passages.text: Why no zoom lenses with a maximum aperture wider than f/2.8?
negative_passages.docid: 58973
negative_passages.text: Will there be any difference in photos taken using full frame and crop lenses on a crop camera?
negative_passages.docid: 19335
negative_passages.text: How can I take a macro shot without a macro lens?
negative_passages.docid: 148161
negative_passages.text: Sharpness and bokeh comparison of Nikon 50mm f/1.2, f/1.4G and f/1.8G
negative_passages.docid: 91299
negative_passages.text: What does a megapixel designation on a lens actually mean?
negative_passages.docid: 113163
negative_passages.text: Why do some lenses focus past infinity?
negative_passages.docid: 41934
negative_passages.text: How do zoom, magnification, and focal length relate?
negative_passages.docid: 26420
negative_passages.text: Possible to lock focal length on zoom lens? (SELP1650)
negative_passages.docid: 35880
negative_passages.text: Should I postpone buying a zoom lens until I've learned to zoom with my feet?