I have a good lens that I could use for macro shooting with extension tubes.
Just wondering whether it's worth spending 150 quid on a 1:2 magnification macro lens over using the tubes, considering I'm hardly more than a holiday snapper and light hobbyist.
( Kroney, Wed 28 May 2014, 10:41, 1 reply, 11 years ago)

Tricky one
Ideally would see if you can try before buying, the "proper" macro lens is likely to be better, but would like to see how much better before parting with the dosh.
Same applies (or used to) with teleconverters, if you don't have a need for a long lens so often it's a cheap way of getting one, but not quite as good quality.
(localboy purveyor of pisspoor puns, Wed 28 May 2014, 10:48, Reply)

Yeah, that's the general opinion I'm getting.
The tight-fist in me resents spending thirty quid only to end up spending the extra anyway.
( Kroney, Wed 28 May 2014, 10:50, Reply)

*tight fist fives*
Just buy the shiniest one, you know you want to.....
(localboy purveyor of pisspoor puns, Wed 28 May 2014, 10:52, Reply)