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Cheaper Macro options

Started Jun 11, 2020 | Discussions thread
kiwigirl
kiwigirl Senior Member • Posts: 1,934
Re: Cheaper Macro options
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I purchased a Raynox DCR250 in 2008. I still use it constantly. I broke the spring bracket years ago and bought a cheap set of step rings so I can use it with any of my lenses. It is so versatile that it has come with me from my FZ20 through to all my mirrorless models.

I also have a set of Kenko extension tubes. They allow me to photograph insects from a greater distance but I only use it for flighty creatures in good light. With the camera further away from the insect flash has less effect. They don't get used much at all.

I have a Sigma 60 so don't want to double-up with the Olympus 60, and have won awards with shots taken with my Raynox so really don't see the need to buy a specialist macro lens. Even though the cost of one is not a problem.

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