Macro lens club

que es tu · 09-05-2020, 07:04 AM - **6 Likes**

Here is a recent shot of a grass spider. KP with Pentax HD DA 55-300 (non PLM) and Canon 500D close-up filter @ 300mm f27, uncropped.

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jcdoss · 09-05-2020, 07:58 AM - **2 Likes**

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Pentax K-1 mII, A50f2.8 Macro

Aaron28 · 09-05-2020, 10:30 AM - **1 Like**

paired the tamron 90di with the 2 2x TCs wit the removed glass......not really liking this pairing as i don't get any crop at all...feel the tamron performs better on its own.....K-3ii....af360fgz

que es tu · 09-05-2020, 10:36 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Aaron28

paired the tamron 90di with the 2 2x TCs wit the removed glass......not really liking this pairing as i don't get any crop at all...feel the tamron performs better on its own.....K-3ii....af360fgz

Wow! I love the shimmery green eyes, and beautiful lighting!!

**WPRESTO** · 09-05-2020, 04:35 PM

Originally posted by Aaron28

paired the tamron 90di with the 2 2x TCs wit the removed glass......not really liking this pairing as i don't get any crop at all...feel the tamron performs better on its own.....K-3ii....af360fgz

If you want to get closer with the Tamron = higher magnification, you might try a Raynox unit. The quick attach device will attach one in a flash. With the 150 Raynox you'd be at eight inches with the lens focused to infinity, with the 250 you'd be at four inches before you started focusing the lens closer. The Raynox are not too be thought of in the same breath with ordinary single-element close-up filters. The IQ with a Raynox competes easily with dedicated macro lenses and can be superior to using extension tubes. Track down the Raynox thread on PF for examples.

Aaron28 · 09-05-2020, 06:27 PM

Originally posted by que es tu

Wow! I love the shimmery green eyes, and beautiful lighting!!

thank you! it's neat getting some colored eyes

Originally posted by WPRESTO

you might try a Raynox unit.

thanks Presto.....i may at some point get one.....in this case i think the tamron does a better job on it's own for me......i do like using these empty TCs with the sears 135 but the tamron still has that beat.....it's a neat experiment for sure

Thagomizer · 09-10-2020, 10:15 AM - **10 Likes**

Originally posted by WPRESTO

If you want to get closer with the Tamron = higher magnification, you might try a Raynox unit. The quick attach device will attach one in a flash. With the 150 Raynox you'd be at eight inches with the lens focused to infinity, with the 250 you'd be at four inches before you started focusing the lens closer. The Raynox are not too be thought of in the same breath with ordinary single-element close-up filters. The IQ with a Raynox competes easily with dedicated macro lenses and can be superior to using extension tubes. Track down the Raynox thread on PF for examples.

Yes, the Raynox on macro lens is a great combination that I've just started exploring with my 250. Here are some with a Tamron 52BB 90mm f2.5 and the Raynox 250:

And some from today with the 250 on my Sigma EX DG 70mm f2.8:

and 100% of the above, rotated 90 degrees:

The Sigma 70mm is no slouch on its own, either:

100% of the above:

...and again, 100%. You can see the sawtooth edges of the scales on the wing.

**WPRESTO** · 09-10-2020, 10:23 AM

Originally posted by Thagomizer

And some from today with the 250 on my Sigma EX DG 70mm f2.8:

Right from its introduction the Sigma 70mm macro was branded a standout in a field of outstanding lenses. Some regard it as the the best IQ optic ever offered by Sigma. Combine that with the remarkably good Raynox units, small wonder you're getting impressive results.

Thagomizer · 09-10-2020, 10:44 AM

Originally posted by WPRESTO

Right from its introduction the Sigma 70mm macro was branded a standout in a field of outstanding lenses. Some regard it as the the best IQ optic ever offered by Sigma. Combine that with the remarkably good Raynox units, small wonder you're getting impressive results.

It really holds up to pixel peeping very well. The Sigma EX DG 50mm f2.8 Macro is also excellent. Haven't tried the Raynox on it yet, but I'm sure it will also produce good pictures. I know the 250 isn't necessarily the best choice for shorter lenses, but it's the Raynox I've got!

Thagomizer · 09-11-2020, 11:35 AM - **4 Likes**

Some non-macro work with the Sigma EX DG 70mm f2.8, courtesy of a false alarm at the mall:

Unregistered User · 09-20-2020, 04:33 PM

Eastern box turtle. "Y'all can hang around there all day! I ain't comin' out fur nuthin'!!!"

Thagomizer · 09-20-2020, 04:42 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by dlh

Eastern box turtle. "Y'all can hang around there all day! I ain't comin' out fur nuthin'!!!"

Great shot! Lots of character in those eyes.

**onlineflyer** · 09-21-2020, 04:08 PM - **1 Like**

Vivitar Series 1 90-180mm f4.5 flat field zoom macro + K-5iis, shot at 180MM f4.5.

LennyBloke · 09-22-2020, 07:41 AM - **7 Likes**

Four with the A*200/4 Macro from a garden visit in Herefordshire this morning....

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**ivanvernon** · 09-24-2020, 02:41 PM - **1 Like**

Macro flowers from our garden.

K-1 with Pentax 67 100mm f 4.0 macro.

09-20-2020, 04:33 PM	#4016
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09-05-2020, 07:58 AM - 2 Likes	#4007
jcdoss Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Ingelheim am Rhein, Germany Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 6,794	===== False Foxglove Pentax K-1 mII, A50f2.8 Macro

09-05-2020, 10:30 AM - 1 Like	#4008
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,131	paired the tamron 90di with the 2 2x TCs wit the removed glass......not really liking this pairing as i don't get any crop at all...feel the tamron performs better on its own.....K-3ii....af360fgz

09-05-2020, 10:36 AM - 1 Like	#4009
que es tu Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Smoky Mountains, NC Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,602	Originally posted by Aaron28 paired the tamron 90di with the 2 2x TCs wit the removed glass......not really liking this pairing as i don't get any crop at all...feel the tamron performs better on its own.....K-3ii....af360fgz Wow! I love the shimmery green eyes, and beautiful lighting!!

09-05-2020, 04:35 PM	#4010
WPRESTO Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Massachusetts Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 59,137	Originally posted by Aaron28 paired the tamron 90di with the 2 2x TCs wit the removed glass......not really liking this pairing as i don't get any crop at all...feel the tamron performs better on its own.....K-3ii....af360fgz If you want to get closer with the Tamron = higher magnification, you might try a Raynox unit. The quick attach device will attach one in a flash. With the 150 Raynox you'd be at eight inches with the lens focused to infinity, with the 250 you'd be at four inches before you started focusing the lens closer. The Raynox are not too be thought of in the same breath with ordinary single-element close-up filters. The IQ with a Raynox competes easily with dedicated macro lenses and can be superior to using extension tubes. Track down the Raynox thread on PF for examples.

09-05-2020, 06:27 PM	#4011
Aaron28 Pentaxian Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Huntsville, Al Posts: 7,131	Originally posted by que es tu Wow! I love the shimmery green eyes, and beautiful lighting!! thank you! it's neat getting some colored eyes Originally posted by WPRESTO you might try a Raynox unit. thanks Presto.....i may at some point get one.....in this case i think the tamron does a better job on it's own for me......i do like using these empty TCs with the sears 135 but the tamron still has that beat.....it's a neat experiment for sure

09-10-2020, 10:15 AM - 10 Likes	#4012
Thagomizer Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: London Ontario Posts: 2,068	Originally posted by WPRESTO If you want to get closer with the Tamron = higher magnification, you might try a Raynox unit. The quick attach device will attach one in a flash. With the 150 Raynox you'd be at eight inches with the lens focused to infinity, with the 250 you'd be at four inches before you started focusing the lens closer. The Raynox are not too be thought of in the same breath with ordinary single-element close-up filters. The IQ with a Raynox competes easily with dedicated macro lenses and can be superior to using extension tubes. Track down the Raynox thread on PF for examples. Yes, the Raynox on macro lens is a great combination that I've just started exploring with my 250. Here are some with a Tamron 52BB 90mm f2.5 and the Raynox 250: And some from today with the 250 on my Sigma EX DG 70mm f2.8: and 100% of the above, rotated 90 degrees: The Sigma 70mm is no slouch on its own, either: 100% of the above: ...and again, 100%. You can see the sawtooth edges of the scales on the wing.

09-10-2020, 10:23 AM	#4013
WPRESTO Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Massachusetts Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 59,137	Originally posted by Thagomizer And some from today with the 250 on my Sigma EX DG 70mm f2.8: Right from its introduction the Sigma 70mm macro was branded a standout in a field of outstanding lenses. Some regard it as the the best IQ optic ever offered by Sigma. Combine that with the remarkably good Raynox units, small wonder you're getting impressive results.

09-10-2020, 10:44 AM	#4014
Thagomizer Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: London Ontario Posts: 2,068	Originally posted by WPRESTO Right from its introduction the Sigma 70mm macro was branded a standout in a field of outstanding lenses. Some regard it as the the best IQ optic ever offered by Sigma. Combine that with the remarkably good Raynox units, small wonder you're getting impressive results. It really holds up to pixel peeping very well. The Sigma EX DG 50mm f2.8 Macro is also excellent. Haven't tried the Raynox on it yet, but I'm sure it will also produce good pictures. I know the 250 isn't necessarily the best choice for shorter lenses, but it's the Raynox I've got!

09-11-2020, 11:35 AM - 4 Likes	#4015
Thagomizer Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: London Ontario Posts: 2,068	Some non-macro work with the Sigma EX DG 70mm f2.8, courtesy of a false alarm at the mall:

09-20-2020, 04:42 PM - 1 Like	#4017
Thagomizer Pentaxian Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: London Ontario Posts: 2,068	Originally posted by dlh Eastern box turtle. "Y'all can hang around there all day! I ain't comin' out fur nuthin'!!!" Great shot! Lots of character in those eyes.

09-22-2020, 07:41 AM - 7 Likes	#4019
LennyBloke Pentaxian Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Worcestershire, UK Photos: Gallery Posts: 677	Four with the A*200/4 Macro from a garden visit in Herefordshire this morning.... 1. 2. 3. 4.

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