Tim Nuttall Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 Hi all, I'm looking to do some close-up work on the human eye (similar to the images in Sunshine) and I'm wondering what my best options are in terms of macro lenses. Is an extender a good option? The format will be super16. Thanks, Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch Gross Posted October 23, 2007 Share Posted October 23, 2007 I would look into 35mm format macros, as I don't think anyone ever bothered to make them just for S-16. Depending on what you want to frame, a 100mm macro should do nicely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saul Rodgar Posted October 24, 2007 Share Posted October 24, 2007 I have an m42 /pentax universal screw-on mount 35mm slide copier that rocks! The sharpest looking macros short of using a microscope! With a super fast (f1.2) single Pentax 50mm lens I can have beautifully selective focus AND zoom in and out to achieve the right macro without moving the camera/ tripod. I use it direrctly on a K3 or on an ACL with a specially made adaptor- Les Bosher makes them. I am sure you can find fairly cheap slide copiers in a variety of different mounts (and/ or adaptors) on ebay or your local photo equipment shop- if those still exist- depending on what camera you are using. It may be a little expensive for a one time deal, though. It depends what lens mount is on your camera, really. I would start from there . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Nuttall Posted October 24, 2007 Author Share Posted October 24, 2007 Thanks for the info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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