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Thanks Howard,Very nice macros.
I guess we do not have the same criteria in judging a lens. Like for photographing food, color fidelity is my prime requirement, the picture must look exactly like the flower that stands next to the screen. Aesthetic considerations come second. Up to now, I had found only a single digital camera that matched my requirements, the DMR with either the 60mm, the 100mm APO or the 180/2.3 Angenieux. I have tried various Canon DSLRs and currently also own D700 and D200 Nikons but none has the quality of color rendition I require. The G1 is the first non-Leica.Peter, None overwhelm me. The Switar appears lack any "bite".
From infinity to 1/3 (on 24x36)Why is this a "Macro" lens (I know they call it Macro Switar). How high a magnification can you get using this lens?
Here some of my web sites for those who might be interested:BTW, For those who do not know, Peter specializes in Orchids. He is an expert (and I have seen better images from him).
Diane, This is a beautiful shot. Very nice.May I add an orchid? I hadn't considered this a macro--but a closeup--and its with the 45-200 lens. Its handheld in the orchid house of Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. ISO 125, f/4.7 1/320s I used the MF assist to place the focus where I wanted. Using the small 45-200 and handholding, I could move around easily to get the best placement of the sunlight and background---would have been a lot harder with my 5D, macro lens or perhaps 70-200.
Diane