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Re: [OM] 1:1 with 50m f/1.8

Subject: Re: [OM] 1:1 with 50m f/1.8
From: John Gaasland <kayak@xxxxxxx>
Date: Fri, 18 Sep 1998 09:19:26 -0700
Dr. Chris Barrett wrote:
> 
> John. wrote:
> 
> Thanks all for the extension ring info. So, I think that means I need a
> 25mm for my 50/1.8? Do they make 12 or 13s so you can get 1:2, or put
> the together to get 1:1? Thanks,
> 
> They make  a 7mm, 15mm (if my memory serves me correctly), and a 25mm.
> 
> However the 50mm f/1.8 is not designed for macro. I have used it this way 
> with good results, but for the best results you may be better getting a 
> reversing ring. You would however lose the auto diaphragm.
> 
> Incidentally I never hear mention of the olympus 25mm which I have. Its a 
> manual only rather than the newer auto version.
> 
> Chris
> 
Thanks Chris. What is a reversing ring? John.

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