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I have decided to return it. As you said, what's the point of a 105mm lens if you can't use it to take non-macro shots
When I spoke to the guy at Parks Cameras, he seemed extremely sceptical when I told him my reasons for returning it. " Never heard of that problem" I sent him some of the shots I posted here, and he asked whether they were handheld etc . I thought the VR is supposed to counter those problems. I told him I'd taken a second shot at 20ft on the monopod, and it didn't make any difference. They are going to check it to see if there is a problem and if so send it back to Nikon. They are supposed to have a no-quibble returns policy.I'll be interested to see their response
I have bought a Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di Macro 1:1 VC USD from them.Apparently the firmware can be updated via a usb connection!
I had the 90mm macro for the Canon FD years ago, but I never really used it- I missed an opportunity to learn something. Ah well...
The next step is a long lens for photographing the kites in the trees about 200yds away - that's guess - I'll measure it on googlemaps.
Any suggestions? I am becoming wary of buying old used kit but the cost of new stuff is prohibitive for the likes of me. However, you can't take it with you.......
I don’t believe there is a “problem” as such with that lens, when used as a close up lens. That fact maybe a stumbling block when it comes to Nikon checking it out as OK, which may then influence Park Cameras “no quibble” guarantee.
What’s “misleading” about this lens is Nikons assertion it can be used for general photography beyond macro range.
In truth it physically can be used for that……they just never said “it’s IQ won’t be the same as when shooting macro”.
Oh and by the way……”VR (that you’ve paid for) isnt as effective at macro distances”.
To the macro purists, these revelations may not be an issue….. 1) they only use it for macro work. 2) they don’t handhold when working in macro.
I love Red Kites. For me, their utter mastery of slow flying makes them ideal candidates for BIF photos. They fly slower into the wind when approaching food. To get best shots the sun needs to be front on. So choosing a location and time of day when the wind is coming from the same approximate direction as the sunlight will improve the results….as will chucking some sliced meat in the field next door. Lol
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