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sharpest macro lens I have owned ! Quite big and needs fast shutter speeds, though image stabilization does help. This lens allows to keep some distance which works very well with insect and reptile shots
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I wanted one lens specifically for macro photography with my Nikon D600. This is what I finally chose due to the good reviews I'd read about it. They weren't wrong about the sharpness and optical performance it really is very good indeed and that's the bottom line lets face it. The best thing I've found is that I don't need to take the flash off camera anymore. The combination of a compact design internal focussing lens and long focal length makes for a very comfortable working distance when shooting 1:1 or even greater magnifications with extension tubes. The autofocus is a bit clunky and prone to go off searching for focus close up despite the constraints of the focus limiter but I mostly use manual focus so it's no great inconvenience. It's a flaw I can live with but it should be noted. Sadly it's what brings this down a peg from a great lens to just a very good lens. It's a shame because the IQ is really good and that makes you want to shoot other things with it, but after a few minutes I generally give up and get the 70-200/4 out. That's why I'd say just get it for macro and nothing else. The OS version sells for twice the price and is no sharper (in some tests it's marginally worse). So this now discontinued model is a bit special and well worth getting your hands on if you want a fast dedicated macro lens. Nikon don't do a macro lens in this focal length, their range jumps from 105 to 200mm. I think it's a great balance of focal length, depth of field and working distance in a fast, compact, well built, internal focussing lens. Grab one if you can.Read full review
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