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Message: <blockquote data-quote="wornish" data-source="post: 297882" data-attributes="member: 15434">I was very easy (and economical) I got the MelKe - Macro Extension Tube set which consists of 36mm,20mm and 12mm off ebay.They have electrical connections so you can still use auto focus and adjust aperture on G lenses.  Kenko do them as well.Make sure you get the right ones for Nikon F mount.You do have to get very close to the subject when using the bigger tubes - about 5cm (2") so lighting starts to become a challenge.Obviously that could be too close if you want to take pictures of insects or butterflies. It seems thats where a macro lens starts to be an advantage.The depth of field is very thin but thats the same I think even with a macro lens.</blockquote>