Raynox DCR-250 'Snap-on Macro Lens' Review
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- Опубліковано 4 лип 2024
- This video is all about the Raynox DCR-250 Super Macro Clip-On Macroscopic Lens. In this overview I will provide sample footage and photos of using this lens in conjunction with various prime lenses and macro lenses on my Sony cameras: a7siii, a7iii, a7riii & a6600. ultimately I'll discuss the pros and cons of using a system like this and how it compares to something like extension tubes or a true macro lens like the Sony G 90mm f2.8, and if it's really a quality item to buy.
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Intro 0:00
Basics & Magnification 1:12
Build Quality 2:11
Image Quality 4:05
Auto-Focus 6:50
Focusing Distance Reduction 7:37
Compared to Extension Tube 8:22
Compared to a True Macro Lens 9:48
Conclusion 10:25
Ending 11:35
Cameras - Sony a7riii & a7siii
Main lens - Sony 35mm f1.4
Monitor - Atomos Ninja V
Filters - PolarPro Variable ND
Cage - Small Rig Cage and accessories - Фільми й анімація
I bought the Raynox DCR-250 and a 58 mm - 43 mm filter step-down adapter for my Tamron F004, 90 mm F/2.8 1:1 Macro.
I thought this would be a good starting point, but I was wrong. I was able to achieve a magnification of plus 27% and
of course sent everything back. The manufacturer speaks of plus 8 diopters, whatever he means by that.
One thing I would like to try is a set of JJC AF macro extension rings set 12 mm 20 mm 36 mm for the Tamron Macro
1:1 on my Nikon D850. The manufacturers of such aids always assume 50 mm lenses without macro function.
I got one when I just got started with photography and wanted to experiment with macro photography. It's great value for money and I had a lot of fun with it. I ended up giving it to a friend when I got more into portrait and street photography. Excellent review as always :)
Thank you for stopping by and watching! It is a very nifty lil' lens, I had very low expectations and thought diffraction would be a bigger issue. I think I will be lending to a few friends to try out just because of how fun it is. Thanks again, hope you have a great day :)
Great video and your calm voice is mesmerising 😇
Nice review like you I'll be using it with both the 55mm f1.8 and the 90mm f2.8. It was on the strength of your review that I put my order in for the Raynox. Ive done a fair bit of studio Marco but my aim is to be using outdoors so a whole new workflow to learn.
By chance, were any of those photos of the butterflies taken at Butterfly World ?
Beautiful photos and videos!
Thank you so much!
Brilliant review. Thank you. Ordering now to go on my Nikon 105 to get higher that 1:1.. Fingers crossed.
Great video, i love the calm presentation. Have you tried stacking two raynox DCR-250s?
I have one dcr 250 which I paired with sigma 105 macro on a sony a7rv to give a 2.68:1 ratio.
Produces heavy vignette in FF mode, but can be cut out in post. And vignette goes away in crop sensor mode.
I do want the option for a bit more magnification and thinking about getting a second DCR-250.
Another option is the MSN-202, but I feel I may struggle with that much magnification and possible vignette on a full frame sensor
Makes me curious how this will perform in combination with the fujinon 80mm 1:1 macro lens.
It’s. worth noting that extension tubes have a bigger impact on magnification for wider focal lengths, while the Raynox has a bigger impact for telephoto focal lengths. Over at the Extreme Macro website, there is a magnification calculator for the Raynox
very true, a great point I didn't mention thanks!
I got this thing back in 2016 or so when I was first getting into photography and I started with a little point and shoot rx100v. I wanted to do macro and found this thing along with a magnetic mount for that camera. Then as I upgraded my kit this thing went into a camera bag in a closet for the next 5 years. I will say, I’ve had the spring loaded mount break on me three times and had to get a replacement. The plastic one tabs like to snap off. Also I’m suspicious of the ‘glass’ element as just from sitting in a bag for 5 years the thing acquired a lot of small scratches. Also some weird separation at the edge where the element meets the plastic. I also noticed this with other reviewers. Have you noticed any of the same issues? I haven’t done a lot of testing yet as I only just remembered where I had put it all those years ago. Im wondering what kind of image degradation, if any, it adds to an image. I also can’t get a reliable answer on the exact magnification I’m getting on a 105mm 1:1 macro lens with this attached.
thats pretty good! I use macro extension tube with vintage lens. works well too, but not the easiest to use..
great video, thank you!
Glad you liked it, thanks for watching!
Hi Shane, BTW will raynox be helpful for a deeper macro if the lense is telephoto zoom tamron 18-300mm for my sony apsc? the magnification ratio of the lense is 1:2 in 18mm and 1:4 in 300mm. I hope i can increase the magnification ratio at least 1:1 with raynox so I can do deeper macro.
I'm considering getting this lens for my Leica D Lux 7 which has pretty impressive macro performance to start with as well as a 43mm thread on the front of the lens so no need for any adapter. Have you any experience with this setup?
Works great and is super convenient on my Sony 90mm 2.8
Reason i just ordered it.
How come I get focus breathing with it, I also have the 90mm 2.8... what am I doing wrong, I actually can't even see my subject...😢
never mind, I just took a picture of my finger and it works great, I love it!!😂😂😂
Thanks for the video! I was wondering if there would be vignetting when used with the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 DG DN Macro Art lens.(filter size 62mm). :-)
Did you buy it and try? Interested in your findings
@@kellyburgess1024 Not yet..
What extra magnification do you get adding DCR-250 to a 90mm macro lens?
does it fit further on the sony 90mm macro lens?
I’ve had trouble fitting it onto my ttartisans 60mm (49mm filter thread)
Would like to know about the impact on depth of field with sony90mm macro.
When you get very close it's extremely shallow, proportional to what you would expect. However a good amount of the samples in this video where with the Raynox on the 90 and I did not use additional lighting or stabilization and got by with f11-f18 quite well
What is the maximum distance you can be. From your subjects
I like photographing dragon fly and can't get very close
the 150 8inches. 250 4 inches
Unfortunately it depends on the lens you are using and how the raynox is mounted, so I can't give an accurate number.
I'd be happy to make a spreadsheet with how they operate on the lenses I own if there is enought interest
Will this raynox will work with autofocus mode
Has anyone experienced it pulling off the front of their camera lens? I have a cannon Sx70 and the first time I connected it , it pulled the inner ring off my lens. It clipped back in, but I am a little worried now...
One thing about how far you can focus with it. Hint : Its in the name . 250 mm is the maximum distance you can focus with it. BTW Very nice review. I have had mine for many years.. its so convenient to have it always with me.
Excuse me, btw will raynox be helpful if the lense is telephoto zoom tamron 18-300mm for sony apsc? the magnification ratio of the lense is 1:2 in 18mm and 1:4 in 300mm. I hope i can increase the magnification ratio at least 1:1 with raynox so I can do deeper macro.
@@smileofdean Raynox is basically a magnifying glass. So It will magnify the image , both the good bits as well as the bad bits. So the result depends a lot on the quality of your lens. For example I have a nikkor 18-300 and a nikkor 70-200 f4. yes I can use it on both , however the results from the 70-200 f4 is far superior. For your tamron 18-300 It should work fine at 300mm but I think its not as sharp at that focal length .. you may get better results at 250mm or less.. Good luck ! note that at very high magnifications image quality is not always related to the lens quality but technique and skill of the photographer.
@@heartflame503 wow, thank you for your fast and clear response. Hopefully I can handle macro photography.
Thank you for taking the time away from Pied Piper and here with us, explaining the Raynox lense to us😂
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I’m not quite sure I understand your reference here I’m sorry
@@ShaneBethlehem it's a bit lame but also kinda funny reference to the series silicon valley 😊 thanks for the video by the way, very helpful!
what is best focal length for using raynox dcr.Which lense you are using bro?
I used the Sony 55mm f1.8 and 90mm f2.8 to great success!
Hi Shane,
Pretty useful review! I am considering getting the Raynox DCR-250 along with the LA-DC58L adapter for a Powershot G15. Could you provide some feedback on this setup? - I am planning on taking some entry-level macros of ants.
Hi! I'm happy the video was useful, I'm really sorry though, I have no experience with the PowerShot g15, so I won't be able to really provide any meaningful advice on the topic
Is it still possible to use a flash with it ?
Yuppers
Do you use the raynox with macro lenses or normal lenses?
you can use it with either!
Would this work for wedding ring shots?
It would be doable, but it just depends on your workflow. If you like using a macro lens for portraits it may be worthwhile to go that route but this with a 50mm would be a functional setup
I would have emphasized a little more that you seem to be reviewing this product from the perspective of a full-frame owner. I don't own any lens that this won't fit on with my apsc system, and vignetting is either non existent or very minimal
Hi Charlie, you are totally correct! I did test it on my a6600 at the time but I used my full frame lenses mainly, so the idea of smaller lenses being more prevalent for the smaller sensor was not top of mind for me then. Others have mentioned great success with even kit lenses for apsc systems. So yeah I am def biased here towards full frame, my apologies 😅
Weird decision not to show what photo is from a true macro lens, what is from Raynox and which of the lenses was it used with. Makes no sense and actually doesn't give me a visual presentation if the lens is worth getting or not.
so much words to say .. not a lot of interesting things, dude
Sorry you didn’t enjoy the video, is there anything specific you think I could improve on?
@@ShaneBethlehem get straight to the point, more photo comparison with other lens, and tell on the photos which lens took the shot
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