Not known for its close focusing ability, I've been trying to get a few good pictures of our roses this spring. We've had good luck with a couple varieties in particular. Here are few snaps, most have been taken at the minimum focusing distance and are cropped a bit.

This a "Gemini" hybrid tea rose from a couple weeks ago.




Here it is again from a few days ago. I love this perfect "pinwheel" shape.



This next one is in my opinion the best red hybrid tea rose available. Its blooms last for up to two weeks indoors after cutting.



Next up is a David Austin "English Rose" called Golden Celebration


Last is the English Rose "Pat Austin". We really regret buying this rose despite its lovely color. It goes from looking like this to being dead and dry in 1 day in our California heat.


Thanks for looking!

[Ari]

What a great lens.....and great pics! I sold it to finance the purchase of a 31ltd, which I subsequently sold to finance the purchase of a da*16-50. But there is no other lens at that price point from any other manufacturer that gives the clarity and bokeh of the fa50mm 1.4..........don't ever give that lens up!!!!!!

[sureshgvv]

good shots!!!