Re: Macro competition final reminder

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From: Jonathan
Date: Sun, 29 Jul 2007 04:52

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Rob wrote:
> Jonathan wrote:
>
>>
>> What would you recommend as a good lens for a Nikon? I just bought a
>> 60mm f/2.8D that shots nice looking pictures but I wanted something
>> closer. I wonder why they call it a Micro-Nikkor. I think you can
>> only get within 8 inches. The ratio is 5:1 but I wanted something
>> that can show a larger image or appear to get into that fly's eye.
>>
>> J.
>>
>>
>
> That lens is a 1:1 on 35mm which means that you can get the same size
> on the film as the subject.
>
> Check the switch on the side to see if its full or limited  in the
> focus range.
>
> What you need is extension tubes to get it to focus closer.

I plan to buy some very soon. I might order some this week but I am saving 
for a D200 and should have one in a few weeks. I have to do some more 
reading to make sure I get the right tubes. I have not done any research 
yet. Hopefully there isn't that much to them.

J.

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