Questions tagged “reverse lens”

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At the same magnification, is macro depth of field the same with a macro lens, extension tubes, diopters, or a reversed lens?

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5y ago

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How do I choose coupling rings for reverse-macro with my 30mm, 50mm and 75-300mm lenses?

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6y ago

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Why does aperture change the field of view in a reversed-lens macro setup?

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6y ago

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What focal length should I set for IBIS when using a reverse-mounted lens for macro?

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7y ago

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How can I increase magnification with a reversed-lens macro setup?

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8y ago

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Why doesn’t the viewfinder focus match the photo when I reverse a lens for macro?

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8y ago

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Why doesn’t reverse-lens macro work on my Nikon D5200 with the 18-55mm kit lens?

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9y ago

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Can you stop down a Micro Four Thirds lens when reverse-mounting it for macro?

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9y ago

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How do I enable shutter release without a lens on a Canon EOS M3?

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9y ago

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Why does reversing a lens enable macro photography?

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13y ago

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Why does my Canon 18-55mm lens look gray and blurry when used reversed?

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13y ago

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How do I couple a reversed Nikon 50mm f/1.8D to a Nikon 70-300mm for macro?

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13y ago

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What filter thread size does the Pentax-M 50mm f/2 use for a reversing ring on a Canon 450D?

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14y ago

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Using an older manual wide-angle lens for reverse macro on a Canon 5D Mark II

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14y ago

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Can I use a Nikon 35mm f/1.8G reversed for macro photography?

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14y ago

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Is there a rear-element protector for lenses used reversed for macro?

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14y ago

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How can I improve results when shooting reverse macro with a reversed 50mm lens?

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14y ago

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How do you calculate magnification when reverse-mounting a lens?

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14y ago

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Why does a reversed lens show F00 and not focus normally on my Canon 7D?

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15y ago

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How can I use a Canon 18-55mm or 50mm f/1.8 reversed for macro photography?

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15y ago