The macro range is when the front element is fully extended giving, in your
case, 1:1 (life size) images. Small DOF & poor AF in this range. I have an F
35-105 which at, 105mm, has a weak macro capability. I find I can only use
it successfully in M mode.
http://www.mothscount.org/uploads/day%20flying%20moth%20lft.pdf
Alan C
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From: Daniel J. Matyola
Sent: Friday, September 1, 2017 4:27 PM
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Subject: Re: Mini-GESO: Swallowtail
Thanks, Alan!
It seems that the number and variety of bees -- and butterflies -- are down
this year from the recent past. I don't know if it is because this has
been a rainy summer and there are more alternatives, or if the insect
population is decreasing. I avoid using insecticides on my property, out
of concern for our dog as well as the butterflies and bees.
I don't know what you mean by asking if the images are close-ups or macros.
Although I have what wi called a close-up lens or filter to put in from of
the usual lens, I have not used that is decades, I have a 35 mm Macro,
which doesn't work well on butterflies as I have to get too close. All of
my current insect images are taken with the heavy FA 100 mm F 2.8 Macro
lens, which has a limited to prevent it from going far afield when using
auto focus.
Thanks for looking and for your kind comments.
Dan
Dan Matyola
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
On Fri, Sep 1, 2017 at 10:19 AM, Alan C <[email protected]> wrote:
Dan, I'm enjoying your insect shots. That lens seems to be ideal for the
job. Not sure if they are close ups or macros? Perhaps the bee is macro?
Pity it has a black abdomen - a yellow/black striped one would really have
stood out. I enquired about butterfly bushes a while back but the local
nurseries don't know what I am talking about. I have tried some insect
shots with the lenses I have (only slow zooms) but can't get anywhere near
your standards.
Alan C
-----Original Message----- From: Daniel J. Matyola
Sent: Friday, September 1, 2017 6:09 AM
To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List
Subject: Mini-GESO: Swallowtail
A couple of swallowtail images:
http://dan-matyola.squarespace.com/danmatyolas-pesos/2017/8/31/swallowtail
K-5IIs, FA 100 mm F 2.8 Macro
Comments and criticisms are invited and appreciated.
Dan Matyola
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/danieljmatyola
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