True, it will get you the shot, but not edge to edge sharpness that a true macro will generate. Steve Larson Redondo Beach, California
----- Original Message ----- From: "Lon Williamson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, June 16, 2003 3:15 AM Subject: Re: Which macro lens would you buy > I'd be tempted to buy extension tubes as a first step towards > macro. Cheaper than a dedicated lens, and can often get you > the shot you want. > > Steve Larson wrote: > > Hi, > > Vivitar Series 1 90-180/4.5 or Vivitar Series 1 90/2.5 with 1:1 adapter, > > coupled with an LX you have a great macro system. > > Accessory #1) 58mm male to 58mm male filter ring. > > Accessory #2) Vivitar Series 1 28/1.9 for reverse-mounting on 90/2.5 > > with 1:1 adapter for extreme close ups. > > > > Steve Larson > > Redondo Beach, California > > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > > From: "Tony Cogan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Sent: Sunday, June 15, 2003 9:49 AM > > Subject: Which macro lens would you buy > > > > > > > >>Hi > >>I want to quit using close-up filters and start using a macro lens for > >>flowers, insects, etc. Which lens would be a good place to start? > >> > >>Thanks, > >>Tony > >> > >> > >> > > > > > > > >
