You can buy a Vivita 2X Macro adapter, it double as a 2X tele and a
1:1 macro when used with 50mm lenses. I have used one with my Zuiko
50/1.4 it is very sharp and working distance should be twice as using
tubes with a 50mm lens. Cost only around $100 for a new one. Used
price is normally less than half.
C.H.Ling
"François Corriveau" wrote:
>
> Hi all
>
> I need an advice for a macro lens. I currently have a Vivitar 55mm F2.8 (1:1).
> I want to sell it because it dosen't accept any Olympus ring flash AND because
> of it's very (too) short working distance. I know I should buy a Zuiko 90mm
> F2, but it's well beyound my reach!
>
> Maybe a Zuiko 55mm would be nice, but I want to be able to go all the way to
> 1:1 AND still have a respectable working distance.
>
> I know that for a little less than the price of the 55mm, I can have a 90mm
> third-party lens. I've done some "research" and it seems that the Tamron 90mm
> SP is the best third-party. Am I right? I know the lens have a 1:2
> magnification @ 39cm.. Can I use an extension tube to obtain 1:1? Will it
> "cut" the working distance dramaticly?
>
> I also tought I could use use my Zuiko 50mm 1.8 with my Vivitar extension
> tubes (12-20-36mm) and save my money for one year (maybe more...) and buy the
> Zuiko 90mm F2!
>
> Finally, any other suggestions?
>
> Thank you all, I really appreciate it!!!
>
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