>> I am curious of what is the purpose of the "macro" range on this a >> 70-210 /4 lens:
> It's for the so-called "macro" function that all A 70-210/4's (as far as > I know) have. It functions at the 70mm FL setting, and allows > magnification to 1/4x. (It's better, both in resolution and higher > magnification - 1/2.7x - also at 70mm in the 35-70/4.) Specimen macro photos at http://plg.komkon.org/a70-210_4/rem.html . Fred

