Could also use a teleconverter, that won't cut the working distance at all, but
will reduce the effective F-stop and image quality. I believe Tamron has a
matched converter for that lens, but could be wrong, maybe it's Vivtar's
version.
Say, Fran?ois, were you a list member when we had "le concours de l'urinal?" Ah
memories... Speaking of nostalgia, did anyone see the article on using SUV's for
photo expeditions? Woo-hoo, I can't help myself today.
>>> "Fran?ois" Corriveau <koivuf@xxxxxxx> 10/06/79 10:18am >>>
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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