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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. Saw some other videos of this lens and they appear to focus rather quickly. Mine doesn't and makes bunches of noise. Made this sample video before I return it. Focuses within allowable limits when set to VIDEO but set it for PHOTOS and you wait for the see-sawing action to stop before it locks on. This test done from a tripod to a static poster. The thing would be useless out in the field as it's pretty much useless right now indoors. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gbDJib7MvkE
  3. From Kew Gardens with Tamron 90mm f/2.5 on A7II Flames Tulipa clusiana var. chrysantha All photos on Listera Ovata
  4. Has anyone tried this close up filter on their Sony full frame lenses? I'm looking for an affordable alternative to a macro lens. This comes in a 72mm thread, so I can use it with my 24-240 lens. They are pricey at $200 so I'm looking for feedback. Alternatively, has anyone used extension tubes with any success for macro work? That's another option. Thanks
  5. The frog and the island photos are cropped, developed using capture one pro. iso100-400, f8-11
  6. Few days ago, I got Macro adapter(s) for E-mount Full Frame; 10mm + 16mm. Easy to mount; tried 16mm adapter today, with some tech stuff, phone macro, SD card macro, it's really doing what described; as autofocusing is enabled by electronics being connected thru adapter; at the first look, it's working nicely. Will try to test more, outside, taking images in forest, nature. Must say that I had already 49mm filter magnifier. Did not use it a lot, as it's image results are not perfect, still for some basic needs (just magnifying and tolerating images being distorted), it works as well. For smartphones, there are lots of those "adapters", Wide, Telephoto and Macro, most of them with very bad vignetting, many with optics far from being good, but still working. With the Macro adapters 10mm + 16mm, must say that Sony autofocusing looks (sometimes) a bit "confused" for few milliseconds, then it "makes" proper distance decisions. Images, finally, look good.
  7. Visit my IG for behind-the-scenes and more info: https://www.instagram.com/reynantem/ We can wish, hope, and dream all we want. But unless we’re able to wake up and act, nothing will come true. I'd love to hear what you think about this.
  8. Hi, everyone. So glad to be on this forum. This is my first post here. Visit my IG for behind-the-scenes and more info: https://www.instagram.com/reynantem/ Sometimes, it helps to just slow down and appreciate what we have in life, without asking for anything more in excess. There have been a lot of moments in my life where I wanted more from everything that I forgot how beautiful and magical it was that I already had. Have you had this experience too? Shot with a Sony a7ii + Sony FE 90mm Macro G OSS @ 1/250 sec., f/8, and ISO-100.
  9. ymnno

    Fly

    From the album: Some Surprising Result

  10. ymnno

    Laying Egg

    From the album: Some Surprising Result

  11. ymnno

    Ready to fly

    From the album: Some Surprising Result

  12. From the album: Nature

    Sony A7R + Sony 50mm f/2.8 macro + Adapter LAEA4 f/2.8 , ISO 200 , 1/200, 50mm

    © © Daniela Romanesi

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    S

    From the album: Nature

    Sony Alpha A99 + Sony 50mm f/2.8 macro 50mm, 1/100, f/2.8, ISO 250

    © © Daniela Romanesi

  14. From the album: Macro

    Sony A7, Pentacon el. 29mm f2.8 M42 reverse on macro tubes 12mm and 24mm + ext. flash.

    © Atrej photography

  15. From the album: Macro

    Sony A7, Pentacon el. 29mm f2.8 M42 reverse on macro tubes 12mm and 24mm + ext. flash.

    © Atrej photography

  16. From the album: Macro

    Sony A7, Pentacon el. 29mm f2.8 M42 reverse on macro tubes 12mm and 24mm + ext. flash.

    © Atrej photography

  17. Hi, I have the Sony A99m2 and I am looking for options on ring flashes for macro work. Does any of the members have any experiences on ring flashes for the A99m2 that they could kindly share with me. I am nervous about compatability with the A99m2. Many Thanks Steve
  18. My latest project - low key macro/ close-up flower photography. These were shot using Sony A7ii and Canon FD 50mm f3.5 macro, a single flash (in softbox). Shot at f18 - f22 to get the dark background. Processed in PS and Alien Skin Exposure X3. Regards, Omer
  19. Striker

    Help Me

    From the album: Bugs

    © ©ToddMesher 2015

  20. Striker

    Fruit Fly

    From the album: Bugs

    Venice Beach Fruit Fly

    © ©ToddMesher 2015

  21. From the album: Bugs

    Cycloneda Sanguinea (Ladybug) on a leaf.

    © ©ToddMesher 2015

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