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  1. Hello everyone. I am not a big specialist on macro photo, but just got this lens a couple of months ago and now, after struggling with the discipline, I can share some of my thoughts and photos , so maybe they can help someone who is interested in macro. Introduction The Meike 60mm 2.8 is a manual macro lens for APS-C, which has a maximu magnification of 1:1. It is available in different mounts. I own the sony E mount, to use it on my Sony A7IV, with the crope mode. Construction The construction of the lens is, as is usual with the Meike lenses that I already have, very good; it is mainly made of metal, both the body and the bayonet. It is a very compact and lightweight lens, with a non-clicking diaphragm ring located, incidentally, on the front of the lens. Its focus ring lies behind the diaphragm and is large and pleasant to use. The body of the lens also has a focus scale that is very helpful when shooting at close subjects. The construction of the lens is, in general, outstanding. Image quality The image quality of the lens is very good. Its sweet spot is at the diaphragms between f5. 6 and f11. There its sharpness is excellent in the center of the shot, and noticeable in the corners. Outside these values, the image quality drops, being still good below 5. 6, but not so much above f11, due to diffraction. As for aberrations and distortions they are quite well controlled. And as far as vignetting is concerned, it is appreciated at maximum aperture, but it disappears completely at f4. Regarding the flares they are very controlled; I have not noticed any special flash in the presence of side light sources. Use The meike 60mm 2. 8 is a lens created specifically for macro photography. While it is true that its minimum focusing distance could be smaller (but that would mean talking about a much more expensive lens), its traditional macro focal length and maximum magnification of 1:1 make it an ideal lens for this discipline. If we add that it is a very economical lens, we have a perfect lens for those who want to start in this discipline or for those enthusiasts who want the best quality-price. In addition, and due to other features explained above (focal length, bokeh, sharpness, ability to isolate the subject), the Meike 60mm 2. 8 also performs very well as a short telephoto lens.ç Conclusion The 60mm 2. 8 macro is an excellent lens for those who want to get started in macro photography, as well as for enthusiasts of this discipline. Both its construction and optical performance are excellent, and its price makes it one of the best choices in its niche when it comes to value for money. Once again, my opinion is that Meike is doing a great job. With this lens, and after having tested the superbs meikes 10mm f2 and 7. 5mm 2. 8, the Chinese brand has established itself as an excellent manufacturer of lenses of great constructional and optical quality, and with an unbeatable value for money. I bought it throug amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BX9VWSWD?ref=myi_title_dp Here I attach some shots taken with it
  2. Wondering if anyone has run into this issue. I have an 18-105 PZ for my a6300 that I haven't used in a few months. I picked it up today and noticed a rattling sound. It seems like something close to the mount is rattling up and down if I shake the lens up and down. If I attach the lens to the camera, it goes away completely. This makes me think that maybe it has something to do with the image stabilization or power zoom, but I have no idea. I've read people saying this is normal in other image stabilized lenses like the 35mm 1.4. Maybe the lens was doing this before and I never noticed? Has anyone else had this issue, or know if this is how the lens is supposed to be? Thanks!
  3. Wondering if anyone has run into this issue. I have an 18-105 PZ for my a6300 that I haven't used in a few months. I picked it up today and noticed a rattling sound. It seems like something close to the mount is rattling up and down if I shake the lens up and down. If I attach the lens to the camera, it goes away completely. This makes me think that maybe it has something to do with the image stabilization or power zoom, but I have no idea. I've read people saying this is normal in other image stabilized lenses like the 35mm 1.4. Maybe the lens was doing this before and I never noticed? Has anyone else had this issue, or know if this is how the lens is supposed to be? Thanks!
  4. Hi there, I have an original A7 for which have two FE Zeiss primes and the FE 70-200mm G. All works great, incredibly sharp pics. I also bought a A6500 body recently as well, mainly for use with the 70-200mm but obviously making it an effective 300mm with crop factor (I always felt 200mm was a bit short). The a6500 is clearly a good camera, but when I use the zoom lens, it is impossible to get a sharp photo. I have used the DMF focus setting and the camera is never able to get the image in focus. In fact, the focus peaking can't even find a sharp edge. I have tried switching off lens stabilisation but to no avail. By comparison, the A7 is ten times sharper, with same camera settings. Any suggestions for improving sharpness, or is it a case that this lens simply isn't suitable for the A6500? That would be disappointing given it was a recommended combination. Thanks, Jamie
  5. Hello, I'm looking to start shooting real estate/ interiors with my A7RII. I bought this high res camera primarily for artsy exhibition print stuff, but now that I am rich in megapixels and not money, I am realizing that the files are perhaps overkill and a nuisance for fast turnaround , lowish-paying real estate stuff. I've read great stuff about the Sony 16-35 but can't afford it right now. I've played around with my Sigma 19mm APSC lens in crop mode and the A7Rii is getting nice results with those 18mp. I am considering two crop mode options: Sony 10-18 e-mount, and the inexpensive Canon EF-S 10-18 with an adapter. Looks like I can pick up the Sony for about $550, vs $350 for the canon+ fotodiox adapter. Does anyone have thoughts on how they two lenses might compare in terms of crop mode image quality on A7rII? Any alternate suggestions? Bonus question for anyone who uses both the 16-35 FE mount and the 35 2.8 FE mount: When stopped down and zoomed to 35mm, how does the 16-35 compare to the Sony 35 prime? Is it close? Thanks in advance!
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