In order to gain reasonable DOF using a A-100mm/2.8 and the A*-200mm/4.0 macro lens, I imagine that I'd have to stop down quite a bit. However, I don't want to lose much, if any, sharpness. Any thoughts on the best aperture to use on these lenses? Do they defy the laws of physics and maintain good resolution and sharpness when stopped down to f/16? One object I want to photograph is about 1/2-inch deep, and is rounded in shape. I'd like to capture that as much as possible, as well as surface details, such as scratches and engraving. The item is a small, brass hash pipe, if that helps. What do you macro shooters do when you want good DOF and good surface detail? Here's the object I want to photograph. Suggestions gratefully accepted.
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