new macro lense, time for some photos

[imisky]

Originally Posted by sphelps

Very nice pictures and lens. I have the same one for my Nikon but I got it new for just over $800 from Dons Photo, must have been on sale I guess.

It's a pretty strong macro and you need a tripod most of the time to get a good DOF.

The lenses nowadays seems to be getting more and more expensive, i remember a year ago the Canon EF 100mm was only $500 and its $700 without taxes. you would expect things to drop in price a little due to the recession but the photography business seems to be pushing the new highs for lens prices..cant wrap my head around it still.

those test shots were taking without a tripod and the results surprised me, although you can def see some blur in the image it isnt bad for a 150mm macro lens that does not have any VR (nikon) /IS (canon)

im going to try and get a few more shots tonight and play around with the lens a bit more later will keep you guys updated.