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Reproduction ratio 1:1

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Gary from Seattle Veteran Member • Posts: 7,852
Re: Reproduction ratio 1:1

Gilbert1 wrote:

My Nikkor Z 105mm has a reproduction ratio of 1:1 and from what I read the lens is therefore perfect for macro. I've read a lot about it, including here on DPReview, but I'd like to see it in front of me. So, does anyone have examples of macro photos where 1:1 is and where it isn't? Because I try to visualize it in order to understand properly the benefits of this for macro photography.

1:1 is the very closest the camera lens can get to the subject with such a lens, so you basically just move closer until you are near 1:1. But, if you use a tripod, this is very difficult to actually achieve - the closest focus point - a rail makes this easier. Same with hand holding: i.e. your body sways. OTH it doesn't really matter as what you want to go for is the best composition you can achieve. It doesn't concern me at all if I am at exactly 1:1. 1:1 is just a number and not an image.

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