Originally posted by jeryst OK. Just wanted to let everyone know that I saved up for a while, took everyones advice, and was able to get the Pentax DA 55-300 lens. Very nice lens and I want to thank everyone for suggesting it.
Now, since I am broke, can anyone recommend a budget macro lens?
There are none available for free AFAIK!
But you're best saving up for a manual focus macro - whether you're happy with an M or A variety lens. The most common ones would be 50mm or 100mm. You may be lucky finding one on eBay or this forum's marketplace, though they're such good lenses I don't see them for sale all that often. But look around while you're saving!