I really like the old 105mm 2.8D Micro. I "upgraded" to the G with Nano + VR and find the images don't feel as punchy. I later found out the D version has 9 lens elements compared to 14 in the G. Both are sharp and the difference is hard to describe, but I'm coming round to the lens-elements-minimalism argument.
I’m looking at the Tokina 100mm 2.8 AT-X and seen an older version that does not show the “macro” under the focus window. Should I buy a newer model or are these the same?
Thanks for all your videos Angry Photographer. I learn much from watching them. I just purchased a Tokina 100mm based on your video. I am really looking forward to putting it to use for macro.
Thank you so much, Ken. Please take good care of yourself. I'm a nosey nurse too and not afraid to give unsolicited opinions. These other guys linking the most expensive lenses cant be allowed to be the only voices. We need you. Be kind to yourself. Much love.
Hello! I’m new to your channel and love your videos! Is there an updated video to this one...any newer macros that are knocking your socks off? I have a d5500 (but am now lusting after the d500 or the d7500) and want to get into macro, mostly flowers. No bugs, ha! Also not sure if I should upgrade my camera first or get better glass first. Thanks!
whats a good flash that i could put on top of my nikon or sit off to the side on a stand and is there a mini softbox i could put over it to not get harsh light on subject . (for portrait / macro)
Hi Ken. Just starting and bought D5600. What I'm interested is macro photography, especially micro mechanism from watch movements, watch dials and similar technical/mechanical stuff. What macro lens will you suggest? I do have small setup with lighting and fixtures for camera and subject. Thanks.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge here! I'm so glad I found you! I was just about to buy a mirrorless to do macro but I think I'll opt for the D5500 now with the Tokina 100mm lens.
Hi Ken, just re-watched this great video and have a question for you. As Tamron has been doing really well with several of the new SP lenses, I was wondering if you have ever looked at reviewed or considered the Tamron SP 90mm Macro with VC? Any thoughts on that lens vs. the Tokina 100mm?
Hello Theoria, So AF-S DX MICRO NIKKOR 40MM F/2.8G is the best lens to shoot skin imperfections for medical photography ? What about the angle ? Don't you get a wide angle view if you use a short focal length? How accurate is the final image? The only thing i know about short focal lengths is that it is right for interior photographers. Please respond. Thank you very kindly.
Any thoughts or experience with the Tamron 90mm f2.8 macro with vibration control? I ask because I perform most of my macro work outdoors. One particular place I frequent does not allow tripods or mono pods. Unlike the Tokina 100mm, the Tamron 90mm f2.8 has VC for about 100 dollars more which is better than dishing out 1100 dollars for the Sigma.
Nikkor 24-85 2.8-4, old lens has macro option too, whats ur take on tht. If i buy tht for 300$ used do u suggest it would do bit of everything decently?
The 55mm Micro-Nikkor, on an Nikon F2 body was my first serious camera and lens I bought new in 1974, I loved them both for many years, I got a lot of great photos out of the two.
Mr angry i am going crazy trying to find a comparison of the best stabilized vc vr macro lens. Please please I am really interested in the stabilized ones. My hands are not quite as steady as they might have once been and I really really really would like a comparison of the best stabilized macro lens please I’m mainly looking at the Tamron versus the Nikon but whichever stabilize one you think is good please let me know and no I don’t want to hear about the non stabilized ones if you don’t mind kindly Please help with this please help with this please help with this
Ken thanks for the video ! very good comparison ! could you talk about diopters for macro work ? like the raynox 250 ? do you recommand using diopters ?
So sad, I received my new Nikkor 105mm Macro last week....Best Macro lens I've ever owned, fast, actually Super fast AF, Tack sharp...VS is amazing, (I'm an old guy, so this is a bonus), just my opinion.......
Thoughts on the Sigma 105? It's internally focusing and has stabilization. Just wondering if you've shot it and where it fits in with the tokina 100, Tamron 90, and Nikon 105 group? Less than the Nikon 105 with similar feature set.
***** the Tampon (yes i said that) is a loser in many ways, the Nikkor 105 is inferior in most ways to the Tokina 100mm 2.8, especially build quality . the sigma 105 is TOO HIGH $$$, however its OS is wonderful, if youre gonna spend that much GET THE 150mm Sigma Macro ( i have same as well) with OS. every MM counts in macro, as im sure you know.
+Rob B Get it as it is a darn good lens. Get the PN11 ring later or with it to get 1:1 and it works just fine. It is underestimated. It creates a nice image with depth. It is a 1:2 lens on its own but that is ideal when shooting flowers and bigger insects in close up like a dragonfly. Portraiture is also no problem. When you are real;y going to hunt insects put a PN11 on it and be amazed. I really love this lens. I also use El Nikkor lenses for macro with extension rings to get really close. I almost never use a tripod to shoot insects. Just use a flash.
Hi, I've recently noticed a macro lens in my local camera store, the 老蛙 (Venus) 60mm f/2.8 macro lens. It can do 2:1 magnification, so maybe you would want to give it a try. It has 9 elements in 8 groups, same with the Tokina 100mm f/2.8 in terms of element/group count.
Interesting as always, Ken! Having been an old Nikon shooter, I did have the 55mm f/2.8 Micro-Nikkor, which was quite sharp indeed. Currently I am a Fujiflm X-System user, and have found the Fujinon XF80mm f/2.8 Macro lens to be the absolute sharpest lens I've ever used in 40 years of photography! What are your thougts on sharpness at f/8, between the Fujinon XF80 v. any in your collection above? Thanks!
Hi, I am new to macro photography. I want to buy Tokina Macro lens for Canon EF. But its seems there are two versions - old and new one. I am confused which one to purchase? any suggestions?
I have the 55 f/3.5, the 60mm f/2.8 and a 105 f/4 macro you don't show here. I love the versatility of the 60 for sure, the 55 is gorgeous doesn't go 1:1 on its own but man are the images just perfectly clear. The 105 f/4 i just recently aquired and i don't think it's as sharp as the other two but i enjoy it as well, maybe not the best for macro as it's f/4 but id say most macro is in the higher f stops anyway..
Strange, why you don't mention about the Nikon 200mm f/4 ED IF AF-D MACRO. It's build as a big tank and 1 of the sharpest lenses that Nikon ever build.
Well, got the 60mm and it's absolutely awesome on a DX. Perfect for portrait and obviously macro shots. Wouldn't use it when trying to shoot wasps though :p. Now saving to get the 100 Tokina.
For use with shooting with film on a Nikon F3 would you say the 55mm or the 60mm is best? I enjoy shooting macro when the opportunity comes up and would love to try doing it with film rather than digital sometimes.
Hello, I am thinkin about buying a macro lens for my D750. You advertize the Tokina 100mm... Whats ur oppinion on the Tamron 90mm 2.8? According to some reviews it has better image quality then the Tokina. Thx
Just wanted to drop a note, I'm definitely a fan now....truth in nonadvertising, I love it! Anywho, I'm a total novice....virginal in fact with photography. I've already purchased 2 of the lenses that you recommended in your videos, but I just made a third on my own limited judgement and it's a so-called macro. It's one of those that you'd describe as built like a tank, a Nikkon 35-105mm f/3.5 -4.5 AI-S. In all that I could find about this particular lens, it was clean, tight, built just right, but as I stated I'm a total newbie in this. I found it on Amazon through a prime dealer there, Blue Penn with a 99% rating and the lens was only 69 bucks. So, my question is this......did I blow it? Because I haven't found any vids by you or anyone else on this particular lens, save for one in Japanese, maybe from the manufacturer. Is it a turkey, or did I run into a good find? It was just ordered and will arrive in a couple of days or so. Your new fan from Kentucky, Wade
Hi Ken if we only consider portrait shoot using D7100, the Tokina 100mm or Nikon 60mm which one produce better image (color saturation, sharpness ...) ?
Photography noob here. I have a Nikon D750. I'm interested in getting close ups on animals and children. Getting perfect up close fur/scale/feather shots. Which lens would you guys recommend?
I got that len today I asked you about . the Nikon 105mm f4 Micro-Nikkor manual focus Ai Macro lens , I put a set of tubes on it because its 1:2 , I love it
Anything else similar to sigma 150 apo macro at a cheaper value? I shoot pics of insects, I'm good at getting up close without scaring them away, but it is still risky, could lose a perfect butterfly shot for not having something macro with great reach. Definitely looking to upgrade my 40mm nikkor micro..
Do you choose lenses based on their use on a DX camera? Or FX? The reason I ask is, so I know if I need to adjust for the math difference. I also understand a macro lens is good for portrait, but a good portrait lens is not good for macro. So 1 macro lens is better to do both. Am I learning this right? Do you have a video on tubes. I also read about tubes for Macro and have no idea what they are referring to.
polocash11 any DX can use FX lenses, so, nobody should go hunting "for a dx lens for their DX camera" rather the BEST lens for the price and USE intended. there are only a VERY VERY FEW DX lenses that are "best choice" such as 35mm 1.8 DX 12-24 F4 DX 10.5 fisheye DX ive got videos on all that yes
hi i have sold few weeks ago all my canon gear. because I'm macro mad i had the 100mm macro 2.8 IS blah blah. anyway i got already nikon FX with few lenses an just ordered the micro 105 VR. did you use this lens and what you think? by the way the videos are great thanks!
panda zlomena i wish youd asked me first, the tokina 100mm 2.8 is far cheaper, far better, and and and........ there are only a couple nikkor made lenses in MACRO worth owning :) however the one you ordered will be fine too
panda zlomena what nikon did you buy??? im hoping not a D3000 or D5000 series,........either one cannot AF the Tokina 100mm only D7000 and up,......however regardless of this, 95% of macro work is manual focus anyway
i got D810. i seen in the video you raving about the tokina and other few lenses but nothing about the nikon105 so i just wanted to compare my previous canon 100mm and this 105. i took already so many closeup and did not want to be disappointed. just good to play save tanks again and where is the link to send you the donation? you just save me 400£ ;-}}}}
Hi-Could you please let me know for product photography (Not Insects and flower)what would you go with the Tokina 100 or the above Nikkor 70-180-I find the zoom give a composition ease
Hello Sir, Can you make a comparison between the tokina 100mm f2.8 and the sigma 105mm f2.8, I'm choosing what to buy between this two for my Nikon d7100. Thanks
I have been looking for a replacement for my 105 vr which is acceptable but not quite great. My question is, is tokina 100mm sharper(I use d810)? Disregarding price, would you choose tokina over nikon?
Duck Swarm The work that I do requires precision(sharpness and focus accuracy). AF speed really isnt my issue. I just want the best 100mm~105mm range lens in that regard (preferably smaller..)
I never seen you mention the Nikkor Micro 70-180mm f/4.5 - 5.6 AF-D on any of your Macro/Micro lens videos... I bought one from Japan last year and I have grown quite fond of the lens and was wondering your thoughts on it... (Other than the price they seem to go for lately),
cookcrazy ive got about 1000 videos to make , i cant already have done EVERY lens, of course. yes, thats a good lens. and its price isnt bad (now) either. :)
David Duong The 135 you are referring to is manual only... if you use it with an extension tube that passes along the aperture ring setting (e.g., Nikon PN-11, XIT Auto Macro tubes) then your camera can get that information, but from what I understand, you must compensate for the loss of light due to using less of it in the focused image (so it effectively adds stops to your light level, like a neutral density filter does). Macro extension tube allows you to get closer to the subject (and produces more magnified images since it is closer). However, from what I can tell, macro extension tubes rarely give you the same functionality that a dedicated macro lens gives. Using the tube cripples the lens for focusing far (you cannot use it for infinity focus without removing the tube) so you will have to take the tube off and on as you shoot. That introduces dust into your body and you will eventually need to clean your sensor, which if done right requires $100 worth of cleaning supplies to make it worthwhile. I think that most macro photography information on the web is very spotty in explaining what the concepts really mean, and how it impacts your wallet, which for amateur/beginner photographers, is really important. I think that Mr. Angry would find that doing an exposition on macro photography along with his recommendations for those of us who are inexperienced would be very helpful and somewhat unique if done well.
I'm using the Nikkor 55mm 3.5 macro and the Vivitar Series 1 70-210 3.5 Macro. Got those based on the advise of Lavikka Photography (he has a couple of good - at least to me - videos on it (not wanting to steal your thunder - so won't post links)). He also uses them on his Sony a6000 so a bit more relevant in my case.
I have the new Tamron 90mm Macro lens (which is suppose to be a good portrait lens as well I've read) and hadn't seen you mention it, so I thought I'd ask what your thoughts are on it please? It was a toss up between this lens and the Nikon 105mm for macro. Thanks.
it is a great lens, the tokina is a better value, but more noisy, your lens is just hunky dorey a great lens :) ohhhh your lens is better than the 105mm nikkor (which is famous for always breaking its VR motor) :)
Man I personally think you criticize gear whores but your channels then is all about gear, I personally would like to see your photographic work because I strongly believe somebody with your expertise has a lot to add up for new comers like myself, thanks anyway
+J Martinez I have purchased lenses based on his recommendations and am very happy with them. I don't need to see his photographs I just need to see what mine look like. He knows the gear and what it does and doesn't do and he saves us $ - that's all that matters to me.
I'm late to the show, and I am sure you have one so I wonder why you didn't mention the Nikon 200mm f/4 AF-D Macro. I know it costs an arm and a leg, but it's pretty legendary as a macro lens. I have all the lenses mentioned in this video except the 55mm. I have four of the 60mm. Can't live without it.
Can't agree with your comment concerning the nikkor 105 2.8 g...But I am very curious why you I your d500 review mentioned how Nikon hates sigma and you as well... that's why they excluded those lenses from working on their cameras
+Edward N nikon shifts its firmware DSLR lens compatibility all the time to exclude sigmas junk this is a known fact, but ask elsewhere if you deny same
When you said you don't like the 105mm Nikkor you must be talking about the newer VR one? I have an older 105mm D version and it looks a lot like the 60mm you are showing here.
Theoria Apophasis well, whatever is possible and suitable for your audience, for me I prefer new over used since I'm buying lenses online and living abroad so I can't afford getting a bad lens and send it back abroad again. Thanks for your efforts.
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This is a better video of yours than the other two that I have seen. Thanks for taking the time.
You are the best! I love your honest, no BS reviews. There is no flash, just honest, sincere recommendations.
+Nicolaas Strik thanks man !!!!!!
I really like the old 105mm 2.8D Micro. I "upgraded" to the G with Nano + VR and find the images don't feel as punchy. I later found out the D version has 9 lens elements compared to 14 in the G. Both are sharp and the difference is hard to describe, but I'm coming round to the lens-elements-minimalism argument.
The 105mm 2.8D Micro kicks tail. I've taken many amazing shots with it.
I’m looking at the Tokina 100mm 2.8 AT-X and seen an older version that does not show the “macro” under the focus window. Should I buy a newer model or are these the same?
Thanks for all your videos Angry Photographer. I learn much from watching them. I just purchased a Tokina 100mm based on your video. I am really looking forward to putting it to use for macro.
Thank you so much, Ken. Please take good care of yourself. I'm a nosey nurse too and not afraid to give unsolicited opinions. These other guys linking the most expensive lenses cant be allowed to be the only voices. We need you. Be kind to yourself. Much love.
Hello! I’m new to your channel and love your videos! Is there an updated video to this one...any newer macros that are knocking your socks off? I have a d5500 (but am now lusting after the d500 or the d7500) and want to get into macro, mostly flowers. No bugs, ha! Also not sure if I should upgrade my camera first or get better glass first. Thanks!
whats a good flash that i could put on top of my nikon or sit off to the side on a stand and is there a mini softbox i could put over it to not get harsh light on subject . (for portrait / macro)
Many thanks for nailing this one.
Tim
Hi Ken.
Just starting and bought D5600. What I'm interested is macro photography, especially micro mechanism from watch movements, watch dials and similar technical/mechanical stuff.
What macro lens will you suggest? I do have small setup with lighting and fixtures for camera and subject.
Thanks.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge here! I'm so glad I found you! I was just about to buy a mirrorless to do macro but I think I'll opt for the D5500 now with the Tokina 100mm lens.
I know it's a newer lens how about the Tamron AF 90mm f/2.8 . I believe they released a G model as well. thanks in advanced.
Hi Ken, just re-watched this great video and have a question for you. As Tamron has been doing really well with several of the new SP lenses, I was wondering if you have ever looked at reviewed or considered the Tamron SP 90mm Macro with VC? Any thoughts on that lens vs. the Tokina 100mm?
Hello Theoria, So AF-S DX MICRO NIKKOR 40MM F/2.8G is the best lens to shoot skin imperfections for medical photography ? What about the angle ? Don't you get a wide angle view if you use a short focal length? How accurate is the final image? The only thing i know about short focal lengths is that it is right for interior photographers. Please respond. Thank you very kindly.
too short a macro lens. 60mm 2.8D minimum
Hi, how about fuji system, is tokina with adapter a good choice? Or should i wait for fuji new macro lens?
Any thoughts or experience with the Tamron 90mm f2.8 macro with vibration control? I ask because I perform most of my macro work outdoors. One particular place I frequent does not allow tripods or mono pods. Unlike the Tokina 100mm, the Tamron 90mm f2.8 has VC for about 100 dollars more which is better than dishing out 1100 dollars for the Sigma.
Nikkor 24-85 2.8-4, old lens has macro option too, whats ur take on tht. If i buy tht for 300$ used do u suggest it would do bit of everything decently?
I have the Tokina 100. Do I need the 60 2.8 for macro, portrait and normal lens?
Once again, Very good video! I replyed to your other video not knowing this video was up, i would of replyed here.
Dejan Lazarov no problem
What's the best macro lens for beauty portraits in studio lighting on a DX camera?
Would it be a bad idea to use a macro lens for telephoto-type stuff?
My all-time favorite macro lens is the Nikon 200mm f/4. It is a tank!!! :)
Expensive though.
On a crop sensor camera would you rather have a 35mm f1.8g or a 60mm f2.8? Having trouble which one to keep because I need to sell one of them
The 55mm Micro-Nikkor, on an Nikon F2 body was my first serious camera and lens I bought new in 1974, I loved them both for many years, I got a lot of great photos out of the two.
Mr angry i am going crazy trying to find a comparison of the best stabilized vc vr macro lens. Please please I am really interested in the stabilized ones. My hands are not quite as steady as they might have once been and I really really really would like a comparison of the best stabilized macro lens please I’m mainly looking at the Tamron versus the Nikon but whichever stabilize one you think is good please let me know and no I don’t want to hear about the non stabilized ones if you don’t mind kindly
Please help with this please help with this please help with this
Love your videos. You are doing us a real service. Thank you. Would love to see a video highlighting some of your photos.
Anyways,
Peace, all.
Ken thanks for the video ! very good comparison ! could you talk about diopters for macro work ? like the raynox 250 ? do you recommand using diopters ?
***** i dont, adds distortion. However there are some good ones out there. Not that ive used same in AGES.
So sad, I received my new Nikkor 105mm Macro last week....Best Macro lens I've ever owned, fast, actually Super fast AF, Tack sharp...VS is amazing, (I'm an old guy, so this is a bonus), just my opinion.......
Thoughts on the Sigma 105? It's internally focusing and has stabilization. Just wondering if you've shot it and where it fits in with the tokina 100, Tamron 90, and Nikon 105 group?
Less than the Nikon 105 with similar feature set.
***** the Tampon (yes i said that) is a loser in many ways, the Nikkor 105 is inferior in most ways to the Tokina 100mm 2.8, especially build quality .
the sigma 105 is TOO HIGH $$$, however its OS is wonderful, if youre gonna spend that much GET THE 150mm Sigma Macro ( i have same as well) with OS.
every MM counts in macro, as im sure you know.
Can you use ex tube on that 60 mm with dx. Cam what afect does it do ?
I seen a 105 mm f 4. ais micro Nikkor for sale. what can you tell me about this lens ?
thanks. it's under 100.00
+Rob B Get it as it is a darn good lens. Get the PN11 ring later or with it to get 1:1 and it works just fine. It is underestimated. It creates a nice image with depth. It is a 1:2 lens on its own but that is ideal when shooting flowers and bigger insects in close up like a dragonfly. Portraiture is also no problem. When you are real;y going to hunt insects put a PN11 on it and be amazed. I really love this lens. I also use El Nikkor lenses for macro with extension rings to get really close. I almost never use a tripod to shoot insects. Just use a flash.
Hi, I've recently noticed a macro lens in my local camera store, the 老蛙 (Venus) 60mm f/2.8 macro lens. It can do 2:1 magnification, so maybe you would want to give it a try.
It has 9 elements in 8 groups, same with the Tokina 100mm f/2.8 in terms of element/group count.
Interesting as always, Ken! Having been an old Nikon shooter, I did have the 55mm f/2.8 Micro-Nikkor, which was quite sharp indeed. Currently I am a Fujiflm X-System user, and have found the Fujinon XF80mm f/2.8 Macro lens to be the absolute sharpest lens I've ever used in 40 years of photography! What are your thougts on sharpness at f/8, between the Fujinon XF80 v. any in your collection above? Thanks!
Hi, I am new to macro photography. I want to buy Tokina Macro lens for Canon EF. But its seems there are two versions - old and new one. I am confused which one to purchase? any suggestions?
I have the 55 f/3.5, the 60mm f/2.8 and a 105 f/4 macro you don't show here. I love the versatility of the 60 for sure, the 55 is gorgeous doesn't go 1:1 on its own but man are the images just perfectly clear. The 105 f/4 i just recently aquired and i don't think it's as sharp as the other two but i enjoy it as well, maybe not the best for macro as it's f/4 but id say most macro is in the higher f stops anyway..
Mark Acevedo I love the 55mm 3.5 as well
Strange, why you don't mention about the Nikon 200mm f/4 ED IF AF-D MACRO. It's build as a big tank and 1 of the sharpest lenses that Nikon ever build.
Johan den Hertog It is, and its also a bad value, Ive owned same, and was unimpressed with it OVERALL, not as pertains its sharpness :)
A few years late but would the 60mm 2.8d on a DX camera be comparable to the Tokina 100mm on an FX camera?
Yeah I'd like to know as well. Still in doubt between getting the 60mm vs 100mm on a DX camera 7000 series.
Well, got the 60mm and it's absolutely awesome on a DX. Perfect for portrait and obviously macro shots. Wouldn't use it when trying to shoot wasps though :p. Now saving to get the 100 Tokina.
What focal length and model is the 60 dollar manual lens 55mm?
For use with shooting with film on a Nikon F3 would you say the 55mm or the 60mm is best? I enjoy shooting macro when the opportunity comes up and would love to try doing it with film rather than digital sometimes.
either one honestly
Thank you..and keep your crazy but informative ( not to mention money saving) videos coming :-)
Hello,
I am thinkin about buying a macro lens for my D750.
You advertize the Tokina 100mm...
Whats ur oppinion on the Tamron 90mm 2.8?
According to some reviews it has better image quality then the Tokina.
Thx
+Steve T I have a D750 and just got the Tokina - I absolutely love it. I purchased mine used from Japan on eBay. It is a fantastic combo.
Thanks Angry. This vid totally clarified my macro question.
Goooo caffine!!! :D
j jacelon coffee junkie!!!!
Just wanted to drop a note, I'm definitely a fan now....truth in nonadvertising, I love it! Anywho, I'm a total novice....virginal in fact with photography. I've already purchased 2 of the lenses that you recommended in your videos, but I just made a third on my own limited judgement and it's a so-called macro. It's one of those that you'd describe as built like a tank, a Nikkon 35-105mm f/3.5 -4.5 AI-S. In all that I could find about this particular lens, it was clean, tight, built just right, but as I stated I'm a total newbie in this. I found it on Amazon through a prime dealer there, Blue Penn with a 99% rating and the lens was only 69 bucks. So, my question is this......did I blow it? Because I haven't found any vids by you or anyone else on this particular lens, save for one in Japanese, maybe from the manufacturer. Is it a turkey, or did I run into a good find? It was just ordered and will arrive in a couple of days or so.
Your new fan from Kentucky,
Wade
Hi Ken if we only consider portrait shoot using D7100, the Tokina 100mm or Nikon 60mm which one produce better image (color saturation, sharpness ...) ?
David Duong 60mm nikkor :)
Theoria Apophasis thank you
on a fuji 55mmf3.5 or f2.8?
and should i us the extension tube?
thanks.
whut????
Hahah . Nikor 55mm ai macro lens is the f3.5 good or should I go for the 2.8?
Outstanding review. Keep up the good work!
Ken do you testet maybe Tamron 180mm macro f 3.5? if yes is a good lens? regards guru :)
Hello, which of the sigma would be more useful in your opinion? The 150 or 180mm?
i never discuss sigma junk :)
How does the nikkor 70 - 180 micro compare
Hmm,im thinking about the Tokina,is it as sharp as the Canon 100mm L series?
Am I hallucinating or is there a Sigma on your table?
What do you think of extension tubes?
Photography noob here. I have a Nikon D750. I'm interested in getting close ups on animals and children. Getting perfect up close fur/scale/feather shots. Which lens would you guys recommend?
easy, Tokina 100mm 2.8
I got the 55mm, for catalog product photos in my small "bedroom-studio", it's perfect :)
I got that len today I asked you about . the Nikon 105mm f4 Micro-Nikkor manual focus Ai Macro lens , I put a set of tubes on it because its 1:2 , I love it
***** Buttery images, and great color and depth ;)
Anything else similar to sigma 150 apo macro at a cheaper value? I shoot pics of insects, I'm good at getting up close without scaring them away, but it is still risky, could lose a perfect butterfly shot for not having something macro with great reach. Definitely looking to upgrade my 40mm nikkor micro..
whats the difference between this lens and the 2.8D? thank you
Thought's on the Nikkor 35-105mm f3.5-4.5 macro?
hey g are these DX compatible thanks in advance
Do you choose lenses based on their use on a DX camera? Or FX?
The reason I ask is, so I know if I need to adjust for the math difference.
I also understand a macro lens is good for portrait, but a good portrait lens is not good for macro. So 1 macro lens is better to do both. Am I learning this right?
Do you have a video on tubes. I also read about tubes for Macro and have no idea what they are referring to.
polocash11 any DX can use FX lenses, so, nobody should go hunting "for a dx lens for their DX camera" rather the BEST lens for the price and USE intended.
there are only a VERY VERY FEW DX lenses that are "best choice"
such as 35mm 1.8 DX
12-24 F4 DX
10.5 fisheye DX
ive got videos on all that yes
Hi Ken, who do you rely on in the gray market to purchase equipment?
Bill Chandler BH and Adorama, there are a few others, but not that id buy VERY expensive stuff from.
I was about ask about macro lenses, nicely done.
Would you put a filter on the Tokina 100mm? I'm interested in outdoor plant, flower, and insect type shooting.
WaveRyeDer99 i would not unless its a circ polarizer AS NEEDED for the obvious
hi i have sold few weeks ago all my canon gear. because I'm macro mad i had the 100mm macro 2.8 IS blah blah. anyway i got already nikon FX with few lenses an just ordered the micro 105 VR. did you use this lens and what you think? by the way the videos are great thanks!
panda zlomena i wish youd asked me first, the tokina 100mm 2.8 is far cheaper, far better, and and and........
there are only a couple nikkor made lenses in MACRO worth owning :)
however the one you ordered will be fine too
just canceled the order and ordered the tokina thanx you are fooooking amazing
ahhhh , awesome :P whew, AND YOU saved yourself a LOT of $$$$$$ you can use for at least 2 other lenses. :P
fook yeah!!! ROFL
panda zlomena
what nikon did you buy??? im hoping not a D3000 or D5000 series,........either one cannot AF the Tokina 100mm
only D7000 and up,......however regardless of this, 95% of macro work is manual focus anyway
i got D810. i seen in the video you raving about the tokina and other few lenses but nothing about the nikon105 so i just wanted to compare my previous canon 100mm and this 105. i took already so many closeup and did not want to be disappointed. just good to play save tanks again and where is the link to send you the donation? you just save me 400£ ;-}}}}
Hi -How can you skip the 70-180 Nikkor F4.5-5.6 -It’s a sleeper -Great for product shots and a Macro
Hi-Could you please let me know for product photography (Not Insects and flower)what would you go with the Tokina 100 or the above Nikkor 70-180-I find the zoom give a composition ease
The prizes on those lenses went to the sky.
A brand new macro lense are cheaper than those now.
Hey, thanks for the video.
What is about the 55mm 3.5 and 2.8 ? Not in it because not 1:1 ?
Moritz Plambeck "what is about"??? the one in the video is the F3.5
Hello Sir,
Can you make a comparison between the tokina 100mm f2.8 and the sigma 105mm f2.8, I'm choosing what to buy between this two for my Nikon d7100.
Thanks
+Apocalypse Mhel there is no comparison, the TOkina is far superior in every way
+Theoria Apophasis Thanks sir
+Apocalypse Mhel yes, the sigma sucks.
I have been looking for a replacement for my 105 vr which is acceptable but not quite great. My question is, is tokina 100mm sharper(I use d810)? Disregarding price, would you choose tokina over nikon?
Duck Swarm The work that I do requires precision(sharpness and focus accuracy). AF speed really isnt my issue. I just want the best 100mm~105mm range lens in that regard (preferably smaller..)
Duck Swarm by the way 60mm D is the probably the best nikon lens I have ever used. The new one sucks
I have those two beauties...60 D and 150 OS. 200 f4 is also very sharp.
would you recommend the nikkor 200 f/4 micro? any thoughts about that lens? do you think it can be used as well for portraits?
i just made a video about that lens…..ive used it many time, i have one on order
Theoria Apophasis I still want to know what you think about the Sigma 70-300 4-5.6
BenleyCreative easy answer, its a stinker
get the 70 300 VR Nikkor for $300 minty used Ebay.
OK! Thank you man
I never seen you mention the Nikkor Micro 70-180mm f/4.5 - 5.6 AF-D on any of your Macro/Micro lens videos... I bought one from Japan last year and I have grown quite fond of the lens and was wondering your thoughts on it... (Other than the price they seem to go for lately),
cookcrazy ive got about 1000 videos to make , i cant already have done EVERY lens, of course.
yes, thats a good lens. and its price isnt bad (now) either. :)
Have you try Macro extension tube Ken ? Is it fine if i use it on NIkon 135 2.8 AI ?
David Duong The 135 you are referring to is manual only... if you use it with an extension tube that passes along the aperture ring setting (e.g., Nikon PN-11, XIT Auto Macro tubes) then your camera can get that information, but from what I understand, you must compensate for the loss of light due to using less of it in the focused image (so it effectively adds stops to your light level, like a neutral density filter does).
Macro extension tube allows you to get closer to the subject (and produces more magnified images since it is closer). However, from what I can tell, macro extension tubes rarely give you the same functionality that a dedicated macro lens gives. Using the tube cripples the lens for focusing far (you cannot use it for infinity focus without removing the tube) so you will have to take the tube off and on as you shoot. That introduces dust into your body and you will eventually need to clean your sensor, which if done right requires $100 worth of cleaning supplies to make it worthwhile.
I think that most macro photography information on the web is very spotty in explaining what the concepts really mean, and how it impacts your wallet, which for amateur/beginner photographers, is really important. I think that Mr. Angry would find that doing an exposition on macro photography along with his recommendations for those of us who are inexperienced would be very helpful and somewhat unique if done well.
ScienceDada useful info thanks
David Duong hommie doesnt like macro tubes!! Ackk !
Any suggestions for legacy lenses, pref Konica?
no info on same :/
Will the Tokina work for artwork reproduction? Thanks much!
knuckle head the better for same is the 60mm micro nikkor D, its made FOR that.
Interesting and informative. What are your views, given every mm counts, on something like the Tamron 180mm ?
Paul Scott Sigma 180 in that case, not the Tamron.
I'm using the Nikkor 55mm 3.5 macro and the Vivitar Series 1 70-210 3.5 Macro. Got those based on the advise of Lavikka Photography (he has a couple of good - at least to me - videos on it (not wanting to steal your thunder - so won't post links)). He also uses them on his Sony a6000 so a bit more relevant in my case.
Pascal Michiels
Theoria Apophasis have some sleep man, you're starting tot write in Invisible letters :-)
i am ? ROFL !
What about the AF Micro-Nikkor 200mm f/4D IF-ED?
overpriced, over-rated, adn now its discontinued being made ………it is a good lens but actually not a GREAT one
Is that 55mm Ai-s 3.5 or 2.8?
Good video! Been watching a few videos and I am curious, are you from Florida?
Chuck Bandel originally yahh, i still have a home in Ft. Myers Fl
Very cool. I live in St Petersburg
I have the new Tamron 90mm Macro lens (which is suppose to be a good portrait lens as well I've read) and hadn't seen you mention it, so I thought I'd ask what your thoughts are on it please? It was a toss up between this lens and the Nikon 105mm for macro. Thanks.
it is a great lens, the tokina is a better value, but more noisy, your lens is just hunky dorey a great lens :)
ohhhh your lens is better than the 105mm nikkor (which is famous for always breaking its VR motor) :)
loaded with caffeine & SUGAR
What do you use to clean the body of your camera and lenses? they always look so clean and like new
+Omar Bermudez rubbing alchol
Yay!! FINALLY got my 100mm Tokina after a lengthy wait do to the backorder situation undoubtedly brought about by these *!#/** videos!!!. Lol.
Tim Darragh have you used her yet??? :)
Just some test shots around the house. Couldn't get it on the D750 fast enough. I am impressed thus far.
hahaahhahahah~~~!! make boring crap in the yard look AWESOME! amazing what you can do with a good macro lens :P
Now it 2020 what's the best macro lens
how about the nikkor 200mm f/2, I know its crazy expensive. But is it worth it for shooting insects and flowers ?
no, much better and much cheaper is the 180mm 2.8 D AF
I'm new to macro photography. Why are these macro lens better than using a Nikon 18-200mm, it can focus about 8 inches away.
+2badger2 2 totally diff things. youd have to use one, then youd know immediately
see a flickr page for 100mm macro tokina
Never mind you said 150mm How’s the Sigma 105 macro lens
I would get the Tamron 90mm instead
a sigma in your arsenal?? can't believe it. :)
ldyrt dyrt it must be wonderful.....
Hello, I like the message and how you deliver it, is there a place where we can see your photographic work?
J Martinez i dont publicly allow same, only clients and reference.
Man I personally think you criticize gear whores but your channels then is all about gear, I personally would like to see your photographic work because I strongly believe somebody with your expertise has a lot to add up for new comers like myself, thanks anyway
all about gear? thats not true at all.
about 30% of my vids are about techniques, tips and tricks of shooting
with many 100s more to come.
+J Martinez I have purchased lenses based on his recommendations and am very happy with them. I don't need to see his photographs I just need to see what mine look like. He knows the gear and what it does and doesn't do and he saves us $ - that's all that matters to me.
Thanks for the info. What do you think about the Nikon 200mm F4 Micro?
Robert Neill insanely overpriced great lens, get the 180mm Sigma macro
OK... Did you ever try the Nikom 70-180 zoom micro?
yes, awesome lens, try finding one CHEAP
ROFL
OK... Thank You!
I'm late to the show, and I am sure you have one so I wonder why you didn't mention the Nikon 200mm f/4 AF-D Macro. I know it costs an arm and a leg, but it's pretty legendary as a macro lens. I have all the lenses mentioned in this video except the 55mm. I have four of the 60mm. Can't live without it.
Can't agree with your comment concerning the nikkor 105 2.8 g...But I am very curious why you I your d500 review mentioned how Nikon hates sigma and you as well... that's why they excluded those lenses from working on their cameras
+Edward N nikon shifts its firmware DSLR lens compatibility all the time to exclude sigmas junk
this is a known fact, but ask elsewhere if you deny same
+Theoria Apophasis Don't deny it, was just like curios why! Thanks, love ur vids.
What's your opinion on the Sigma 105mm?
sigma is evil, i never discuss them
60mm vs 100mm for portraits which one would you choose?
for FX, 100mm
+Theoria Apophasis what about for DX?
What about the new Tamron 90mm SP?
When you said you don't like the 105mm Nikkor you must be talking about the newer VR one? I have an older 105mm D version and it looks a lot like the 60mm you are showing here.
correct, the new junky one……NOT THE DC F2
Ken recommends a SIGMA??? A SIGMA?? Never thought I woukld live to see the day. lmao
Great video, it helped me a lot, I wish you provide some trusted links for the lenses you talk about in all of your videos. Thanks. you are awesome.
Ali Tweel trusted links for what, used or new etc etc?
Theoria Apophasis well, whatever is possible and suitable for your audience, for me I prefer new over used since I'm buying lenses online and living abroad so I can't afford getting a bad lens and send it back abroad again.
Thanks for your efforts.
ahh, Roberts Camera in IN.
KEH in georgia
BH photo
what are you looking for
+Ali Tweel SAME HERE
what's your opinion on Tamron 180mm 3.5?
+Jeong Kim not a chance. Nikkor 180mm 2.8