on 2005/03/03 9:49 PM, Ali at oly-zooko@xxxxxxxxxxxxx wrote:
> Question regarding Zuiko Macro Lenses. Since I do not own one yet but
> sort of keeping an eye out. Is a Macro strictly used for macro
> work/close-ups or can the lens be used to take "normal" photos? For
> example: Could I use an 80mm Macro in the place of a standard 50mm?
A macro lens is optimized for closer focusing, and will generally have a
flat focal field. Those meant to be directly mounted on cameras will
generally have longer focusing helicals to permit close focus.
The Zuiko 80mm can focus to infinity on a 25mm extension tube. But it would
be inconvenient. A better choice would be the 50/3.5 - a very nice normal
lens, except that bokeh can be a problem at mid-apertures. The 50/2 and 90/2
are very nice and pricey.
> Might sound like a dumb question but I thought I would ask.
Only dumb question is the one you don't ask.
Andrew
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