One of my complaints with the Olympus systems is the lack of
a long focal length macro lens, which really helps control the
background as well as give working distance. It was probably
my number 2 or 3 reason to switch systems. And I don't think
that a 100mm macro on a 4/3rds system is equivalent
to 200mm on FF, as the working distance is not improved.
(Correct me if I'm wrong). Granted, with internal focus, 1:1
with the Can*n 180mm is more like 135mm.
Going for Bokeh is important, since rarely do we photograph
flat scenes (except at infinity).
I did a lot of experiments with the OM 180/2 lens and extension
and tele-converters to create such a macro. In the end, it was
not practical as there was too much leverage on the setup.
One thing I have noticed in the photos posted, mine and others,
is that foreground OOF elements are often a distraction, in even
the best of shots. I have few of my shots where I find it OK.
I'm curious what others think?
WayneS
At 08:22 PM 1/7/2009, Mike wrote:
>As I get older and more eccentric bokeh has become one of the more
>important issues with any lens I use . Maybe the most important. I'll
>give up sharpness or live with distortion for great bokeh.
><snip>
>The trick for me is to get rid of the annoying background altogether.
<snip>
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