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Anyone suggests Zeiss 100mm f2 macro planar?
I seriously consider Zeiss 100mm f2 ZF.2 macro planar for my Nikon D800. I want to use it for portraits, macros and tight landscapes. Macro ability is a plus but it's not weather sealed so there may ...
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What to buy for macro and portraits? (D5100) [duplicate]
I have a Nikon D5100 with the 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 kit lens.
I am an amateur interested in:
1. macro - insects, flowers, objects.
2. portraits- love blurry backgrounds, focused and unfocused body ...
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What equipment should I use for up close shots?
I need some help and if anyone can guide me without making it too complicated I will be very appreciative.
Background
I have a Nikon D3100 and I am very much interested in close up shots and ...
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How do I use a manual ring flash?
I have just purchased (impulse) a Viltrox JY-670 - Its a Hong Kong import - built well but its not TTL so its 100% manual ! yay fun !
What on earth do I do with the numbers on the back - already ...
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What Nikon lens for both macro and portrait?
All three lenses are available at a local store near me:
85mm 1.8 at about 400USD
85mm 1.4 at about 1000USD
105mm 2.8 at about 1015 USD
I plan on doing macro and portrait photography and have the ...
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What lenses to bring while traveling? One good wide-telephoto or several smaller ones?
I have a Canon 7D and often take my camera on the road while traveling. In the past I've taken my Sigma 17-70 f/2.8-4 and my Canon 70-300 f/4-5.6, which means that I must switch out lenses quite a ...
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Should I use a 100mm Macro lens as a portrait lens?
I am specifically considering using the Canon 100mm Macro as a portrait lens. If I want to have a macro in my bag, but not carry around a 70-200 2.8 due to weight, size, white color, or price if it ...
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What's the difference between a regular lens and a macro lens? [duplicate]
What is the difference between a 100mm lens and 100mm macro, or 50mm and 50mm macro?
Can we use a macro lens to shot portraits? If yes, what focal length is the best? Please suggest a Canon macro ...
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Is AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G lens good for both macro and portrait photography?
I'm thinking of buying a macro lens am considering the Nikon AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm f/3.5G ED VR.
Is this lens really good for portraits? Where can I find sample pictures taken with this lens? Is ...
