Answer by matt burns for How do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C camera?
I've just bought the Sigma 18-50mm f2.8 EX DC Macro and can highly recommend it (not to be confused with the non-macro version). Note that it has a max aperture f/2.8 throughout the zoom range.For...
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I used to have the Tamron 90mm f2.8 macro and have switched to the Canon 100mm f2.8 for two reasons:better build qualityfaster (and silent) focus due to USMno extension/rotation of the lens while...
View ArticleAnswer by jrista for How do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C camera?
When it comes to macro lenses, two of the things you need to take into account is Depth of Field and Field of View. With a 60mm lens, you are going to have a greater FOV and less flexibility in terms...
View ArticleAnswer by che for How do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C camera?
To throw in another opinion, I have EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro and it worked really great for me, both for macro and snapshot portraits of people around me (size also helps here). Review at photozone is...
View ArticleAnswer by Alan for How do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C camera?
I have both the 100 Macro and the 40D, and the 100mm doesn't give you that much option to stay away from the bugs. You still need to get upclose. The 100mm is pretty light to begin with, so it really...
View ArticleAnswer by chills42 for How do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C camera?
I have the Canon EF 100mm f2.8 USM Macro Lens and a Canon Xsi and absolutely love it. The 60mm might be better for portaits, but if you have room to back up a little the 100mm does just fine. As far as...
View ArticleAnswer by Rowland Shaw for How do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C...
I use the 100mm f/2.8 with my 20D, and find it works quite well for portraiture - don't forget Canon's 50mm f/1.8 is also their cheapest (and most under-rated) lens (about £90 in the UK) if you don't...
View ArticleAnswer by Fredrik Mörk for How do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C...
I have used the older Canon EF 100mm Macro (the non-USM version). Absolutely wonderful lens. However, I found the working distance to be a bit on the short side for insects. I am currently using a...
View ArticleHow do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C camera?
I have a Canon 40D and like taking macro shots sometimes, so I'm thinking of buying a macro lens. I'd also like the lens to double up as a portrait lens. I'm not a super serious photographer, so my...
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