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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Ironwood" data-source="post: 212027" data-attributes="member: 10447">I went through a similar dilemma to you recently, when I was deciding which macro lens to buy. I changed my mind about 4 times, until I had decided on the Sigma 105, at the last minute I found a near new, and barely used Nikon 105 for $400. I am very happy with that lens.I have seen fantastic photos taken with all the current line-up of macro lenses, so I think you could hardly go wrong with any of them.Whichever one you get, and you learn how to get the best out of it, will give you great photos.One feature that had me sold on the Sigma, and fortunately the Nikon is the same, is the lens doesnt extend when you focus in close.I have a Nikon AF55D which extends right out when you get to 1:1, I found it a bit annoying when you were chasing bugs. But beside that it is a great lens , very sharp.</blockquote>