Reverse ring for macro photography..

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shot

Senior Member
Hi,

I was wondering does anybody use the reverse ring for macro photography on their D5100? is it safe to use ? does it damage the lens since the inner side is now exposed..

Thanks in advance.
 
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Bill16

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I've used a reverse ring on my D3100 and it doesn't cause any damage. But you'll need to be careful not to bang the end of the lens or lens mount. I didn't use it much myself but others here have and it can work pretty well. :)
 
Scott Murray

Scott Murray

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I have used it but found I get better shots with my 90mm macro and the Raynox. But yes you just have to be careful.


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Mike D90

Senior Member
shot said:
Hi,

I was wondering does anybody use the reverse ring for macro photography on their D5100? is it safe to use ? does it damage the lens since the inner side is now exposed..

Thanks in advance.
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Have you researched what you have to do with the camera and the lens when using one of those reverse macro rings?
 
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Bill16

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Here is a photo of how it should look! :D

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shot

shot

Senior Member
Mike d90 said:
Have you researched what you have to do with the camera and the lens when using one of those reverse macro rings?
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Yes I have already researched. Certain things might not be easy but I guess looking at the price of the ring and especially if you get a chance to try out macro before seriously considering to buy the macro lenses.. I guess its worth it :).
 
Scott Murray

Scott Murray

Senior Member
shot said:
Yes I have already researched. Certain things might not be easy but I guess looking at the price of the ring and especially if you get a chance to try out macro before seriously considering to buy the macro lenses.. I guess its worth it :).
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Once you try I think you will be hooked :)
 
Scott Murray

Scott Murray

Senior Member
shot said:
Scott, I saw the pics on your flickr and they are amazing.. so did you shoot all the macros using the 90mm ? did you post processes or they are right from the camera?
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All shot with 90mm and mostly with Raynox DCR-250. Most are PP'd to some extent or other but majorly dust and oil spots removed etc and shadows highlighted.
 
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Vinnydude

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My reverse lens adapter arrived today! It was a bit of a squeeze getting it on my body due to my lens being a 77mm filter size, but it fit, JUST!!!

I'll tell you one thing, it's bloody fiddley! With the lens I've got on (sigma 17-50mm) the focal range goes from really close (about 2cm) to really really really close! :p

A fiver well spent I think :)
 
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