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Julian Loke
--- In [EMAIL PROTECTED], "D Behrens" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>> snipped...
>>>As to filters: I guess you are not thinking of macro then? The
>>>100 has a nicely recessed front element that all but does away
>>>with the need for additional shading. Stick a "protect filter"
>>>on the end and you lose that advantage *or* lose working
>>>distance with a lens hood.
>> Huh? Did I miss something? I sometimes use filters when
>> taking macro shots (81 series). Compatible filter size is an
>> important consideration when traveling light.
> Jay, Both are great lens with their own set of peculiarities -
> The old 100 macro glass is deeply recessed in the body which
> means you do not need a lens hood. It is also external focusing
> so the length of the barrel expands as you focus into close
> range. The autofocus is almost worthless and will hunt and
> search a lot. However, it is easy just to manual focus for
> macros and the pictures are tack sharp. On the other hand the
> USM lens is not recessed at all and you must use a lens hood
> when shooting outside otherwise you risk flare.
> Rgds, Dave Behrens
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