18-55mm lens....raynox dcr 250 and extension tubes ?

wattley

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28 Feb 2010 - 10:22 AM

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Would this combination get reasonable macro shots.I`ve just bought a Canon 450d,can`t really afford a good macro lens just yet,but need something to get some decent shots this summer.Someone mentioned this raynox thing,just wondered if it would work with extension tubes aswell.
cheers
kath

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28 Feb 2010 - 12:36 PM

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I would try your 18-55mm lens with the extension tubes, Before adding anything else into the mix.

Or if you don't have extension tubes yet, Try the reverse mounting technique, All you need is the reverse mount adapter.

For budget macro projects, Tubes or reverse mount are a good introduction to macro, Without the expense of a true macro lens.

That said there is nothing to compare with a dedicated macro lens, Once you get serious about macro.

discreetphoton (Site Moderator)

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28 Feb 2010 - 10:50 PM

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Remember that extension tubes are useless on wide angle lenses, and this is the one area where the close-up lenses are useful. If you are going to try tubes, use them at the 55mm end.