Other macro lenses state "Flat field front lens element". Does this lens have this feature? I see no specific mention of it.
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I also have not seen this reference in any printed material. All true macros should have this. I have been satisfied with the image quality. My only problem is on auto focus. If the focus has to search and cannot lock focus it falls back to infinity focus even if the close limit is chosen. Otherwise it is a fine lens.
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As visually inspected, the front lens element is not flat, this is my idea.If you need more information, please check this link: http://www.four-thirds.org/en/microft/macro.html#i_060mm_f028_olympusYou can see illustration of all 13 elements within this macro lens. ;-)Hope my comment could help you somehow.
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I agree with you and the Sigma should be excellent for your subject. I have read several reviews that indicate the focus of the Olympus is flat field, but not a statement in any review of a flat field element.
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First of all, we need to know what a flat field lens element does... Have a look here: http://www.microscopyu.com/tutorials/java/aberrations/curvatureoffield/index.html http://photo.stackexchange.com/questions/29775/what-does-flat-field-focus-mean It means that a flat sensor and a curved lens will result in slight time differences in when the edges and center focus. With multiple focus points working independently that does not really matter all that much these days. Moreover lenses these days can correct electronically for such time differences in focus. I don't know if the lens has a flat field front lens element, but it really will not matter these days.
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Not sure if this answers your question but mine came with a small white "lens" that clips onto the front and it's meant to be used when doing macros or self portraits.
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The filters do not have threads to accept anything in front. The mount is 53mm so if your macro lens is 53mm then you might be able to attach to the threaded mounting base.
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No think of them like filters. They help your landscape look better as in give you more depth when using fisheye and wide lens and macro gives you a microcospic view. For macro you have to get really really close to an object to take a photo.
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Thanks Branden, I didn't think it was a "macro" lens, but wanted to ask. I'm planning on buying this lens when ever I decide I can afford a $1,000 lens. I've since purchased the Canon 60mm EF-S Macro lens and like it very much.
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no. It is not a Macro lens. Try the Micro 105 or 60, depending on your camera sensor. Whoa... I just read the other comments. It is a very sharp lens with a short minimum focusing distance, but it is designed for wide shots... It's a wide angle lens. It's the lens you would use to photograph a mountain range. Close up, the distortion is horrible on an FX sensor. On a DX, it's the equivalent of a 42mm - still considered a wide angle lens. Research Macro photography... meaning close up. Most Flowers need the magnification to fill the frame.
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There are 2 lenses with similar names. The newest is the 18-250 f 3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM. The older lens does not have the MACRO in the name. The newest lens has better Macro capabilities and is smaller and lighter. I got the newest lens and I love it. See www.dpreview.com for a review of the lenses.
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its actually 2 lenses in 1. unscrew the macro lens from the fisheye wide angle lens and you're all set
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No, but after market lens are abundant and cheap. I picked up the 52MM Vivitar 0.43X Wide Angle High Definition Lens that unscrews to form a macro lens for about $20.
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Yes it does. The lens I have is not a macro, so it didn't fit mine, but it is the right one for the Macro. Hope this helps.
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Correct.. the threads aren't the same. Anyway there's no point in doing that as the front (wide-angle) section is a negative diopter lens and will not allow focusing properly. If only the rear (macro) section is attached you will have a magnifying lens in front of your prime lens.
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As Mr.Rhino Said, the macro lens and wide angle lens come in 1 piece. They are very very hard to unscrew... so you might need a tool like pliers to unscrew them. Then start taking pictures from very close, like an inch away. That's normal macro distance.
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It is a flat outer lens, but I have installed a pair on two jeeps and it isn't noticeable. But on some vehicle I can see where it would throw the look off.
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the macro and the wide angle lens is the same, you just need to unscrew the wide angle from top of the macro to reveal the macro lens.
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Harvey, They screw on to the front of the lens like a filter. I have experimented with both sets of lens and they seem to well. You'll need the tripod for the 2X and maybe the macro lenses.
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Yes! You screw it off completely! It shows up blurry if you're trying to take normal pictures, but when you angle the camera close to something, its supposed to focus and look zoomed in! Keep trying, or look up info about macro lenses!
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Nope, it doesn't. For wide angle lenses is not common to have that feature.When in doubt, check the coding in the name. If it has an 'IS' it means it has Image Stabilization.