Top 5 Lenses for Macro Photography – Links included

At MSP we pride ourselves in being able to produce a variety of media content. One of our favorite is #macrophotography. Since our very first photos in June of 2009 Tony and I (Janey Bloggins) have taken a keen interest in being able to get the clearest and high quality images of the inner parts of flowers, insects and all sorts of close up subjects just for the love of the art when not too many people where aware of Macro Photography. In 2030, use for Macro Photography has become a whole different ball game. There are hundreds of thousands if not billions of content creators needing Macro lenses for blogging, content creation and marketing, just to name a few…all which need high quality images.

I thought sharing the Top 5 lenses for Macro photography with you, our loyal readers could shed some insight on which lenses could provide the type of quality you need if you are wanting to get into industries the require use of Macro Photography or if you want to learn just for fun. Below I have compiled of list of 5 of the top industry style of lenses:

First one the list we have Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM. This is a high-quality macro lens that offers excellent sharpness, fast autofocus, and image stabilization. It’s a popular choice for both amateur and professional photographers. Cannon is a very popular photography brand known for its versatility and user friendly design. We often shoot with Canon just because they have an amazing reputation and really produce a photo quality that helps us keep our reputation as a production company in good standing by helping us provide our clients with professional quality images. Pricing for this lens starts at $600 USD for a used one or you can shell out $1000 USD for a brand new one. You can also rent from your local camera shop for about $30 USD if you already have the DSLR body. Canon Ef 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM is compatible with Canon EOS 5D, EOS 6D, EOS 1DX, and the 1Ds series of digital cameras.

Next on the list Nikon AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED. This lens offers excellent image quality, fast autofocus, and vibration reduction technology, making it a great choice for macro photography. Nikon is another very reputable company. Macro images shot with this lens have been featured in magazines such as Smithsonian and National Geographic. You would not be disappointed with your end result when capturing small details that require a steady hand. The Nikon AF-S VR Micro-Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED will run you $100 USD used and about $800 USD new. Renting one is also an option for $30 USD. This lens is compatible with Nikon DX DSLR.

Third is the Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro. This lens offers a longer focal length than most macro lenses, which can be useful for photographing small insects or other subjects from a distance. It also offers excellent image quality and optical stabilization. Another benefit is that this lens can be used with full Fram cameras such as Nikon FX and Canon EF DSLR. If you’re in the market for a universal lens , the Sigma 150mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM APO Macro starts at around $560 USD to $1000 USD. Renting also an option if you want to get use to become familiar with how it works. Inquire online or in your area for pricing on renting camera equipment.

Second to last, the Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Macro. This lens offers excellent image quality, fast and accurate autofocus, and optical stabilization. It’s also relatively affordable compared to some of the other options on this list. Compatible with Nikon DX DSLR camera body, this lens provides quality images if your are on a lower budget or just starting to experiment with Macro Photography. The Tamron SP 90mm f/2.8 Di VC USD Macro pricing starts at $400 USD. Calling your local camera store can also provide you with rental ad purchasing information.

And last, but not least, the Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS. This lens is designed for Sony mirrorless cameras and offers excellent image quality, fast autofocus, and optical stabilization. Specifically made to fit APS-C and full-frame E-mount Sony bodies; on the NEX-7, the lens provides an effective field of view of around 135mm. Sony is well known for having top of the line media production equipment for all photo and video creation. The Sony FE 90mm f/2.8 Macro G OSS starts at $1100 USD. Inquire at your local camera rental shop about renting production equipment rate.

Traditionally, Marco lenses are more geared towards insects, plants or other small objects, however, if you are a nail artist looking to teaching up-close cuticle work, a lash tech showing detailed work or tattoo artist showcasing detailed line work any of the lenses mentioned will be a good fit. Any content creator needed to get very close up shots can benefit form Macro lenses because they do not zoom in and out allowing you to focus solely on the subject.

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