I finally AI'd my recently-acquired 55 f3.5 Micro Nikkor-P.C so I can venture into the world of macrophotography on my D7100! Until now, I've dabbled very minimally with macrophotography, mainly handheld close-ups with my 18-55 VRII on my D3300, and even briefer dabbling with manual 28F3.5 reverse mounted (with tape!) on a manual 200 F4 Q.
My main interest for now is handheld backyard photography of small insects and flowers. Was looking for input from fellow Nikonites on the following:
Thanks!
Blue Dasher, Female by p.g.photo.graphy, on Flickr
My main interest for now is handheld backyard photography of small insects and flowers. Was looking for input from fellow Nikonites on the following:
- Resources for beginners in macrophotography - basic do's and don'ts. (If that's too vague, you can instead critique the attached dragonfly pic that I took with the 55 f3.5 Micro on my D3300).
- Pros / cons of my intended kit: D7100 with 55 f3.5 Micro Nikkor-P.C. I plan to use it with the PK-13 extension tube, and, if needed, with a modified TC-16A teleconverter for added reach and pseudo-AF.
- Whether other lenses in my kit (listed in my signature) could be used for my intended use, either individually, combined, and with / without the PK-13.
- What other equipment (lenses / tubes / etc.) I should consider buying if this hobby takes off.
Thanks!
Blue Dasher, Female by p.g.photo.graphy, on Flickr
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