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<blockquote data-quote="taylorkh" data-source="post: 693648" data-attributes="member: 44240"><p>At least that is what I feel like <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite5" alt=":confused:" title="Confused :confused:" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":confused:" /> I am looking for a macro lens for my D3400. I purchased the camera last year - finally decided to spring for a DSLR. It came with the standard 18 - 55 mm lens. I added the mid range 70-300 DX VR ED lens. I am pleased with both for general purpose, amateur "take a picture" use. On occasion I have the need or desire to take a picture of something close up. For the past couple of days I have been searching the web for "macro" lens options.</p><p></p><p>So far I have found the "baby bear" lens, the Nikkor 40mm f/2/8G Micro for under $300 US. Most reviews are positive except for the fact that you have to get REAL close to the subject to take advantage of the lens. This of course can interfere with lighting etc.</p><p></p><p>On the "papa bear" end is the AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm F3.5G ED VR at twice the price. Some of the reviews indicate that this lens is not as well made as would be expected for a Nikkor lens.</p><p></p><p>What are the "mama bear" options? One review site recommended the Tokina 100mm f/2.8 AF. This is priced toward the lower end. It does not have image stabilization but I do not think this is a big deal for macro use. On the other hand I have read that the auto-focus will not work with the D3400. Something about not having an internal focus motor in the lens. Again, not a big deal except that I am paying for some sort of auto-focus capability which I cannot take advantage of.</p><p></p><p>I am at a loss. My only experience with macro lenses is an old Quantaray telephoto, zoom and macro contraption I have for my Nikon FG. It would zoom from 70 - 300 mm and then with the press of the macro switch would extend the thing further for macro use. It was not a high dollar lens but it could image a pimple on a bug's butt <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /></p><p></p><p>Any suggestions or advice?</p><p></p><p>TIA,</p><p></p><p>Ken</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="taylorkh, post: 693648, member: 44240"] At least that is what I feel like :confused: I am looking for a macro lens for my D3400. I purchased the camera last year - finally decided to spring for a DSLR. It came with the standard 18 - 55 mm lens. I added the mid range 70-300 DX VR ED lens. I am pleased with both for general purpose, amateur "take a picture" use. On occasion I have the need or desire to take a picture of something close up. For the past couple of days I have been searching the web for "macro" lens options. So far I have found the "baby bear" lens, the Nikkor 40mm f/2/8G Micro for under $300 US. Most reviews are positive except for the fact that you have to get REAL close to the subject to take advantage of the lens. This of course can interfere with lighting etc. On the "papa bear" end is the AF-S DX Micro NIKKOR 85mm F3.5G ED VR at twice the price. Some of the reviews indicate that this lens is not as well made as would be expected for a Nikkor lens. What are the "mama bear" options? One review site recommended the Tokina 100mm f/2.8 AF. This is priced toward the lower end. It does not have image stabilization but I do not think this is a big deal for macro use. On the other hand I have read that the auto-focus will not work with the D3400. Something about not having an internal focus motor in the lens. Again, not a big deal except that I am paying for some sort of auto-focus capability which I cannot take advantage of. I am at a loss. My only experience with macro lenses is an old Quantaray telephoto, zoom and macro contraption I have for my Nikon FG. It would zoom from 70 - 300 mm and then with the press of the macro switch would extend the thing further for macro use. It was not a high dollar lens but it could image a pimple on a bug's butt :D Any suggestions or advice? TIA, Ken [/QUOTE]
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