I only got the Nikon D50, and I will probally keep photographing with it for a while so that means I will need the one with the SU-800? I found another macro flitsset, the Sigma Flash Macro EM 140 DG NA-ITTL (which is cheaper). Will I be able t [Read more...] posted in Teleconverter vs Macrofilter

I only got the Nikon D50, and I will probally keep photographing with it for a while so that means I will need the one with the SU-800? I found another macro flitsset, the Sigma Flash Macro EM 140 DG NA-ITTL (which is cheaper). Will I be able to use this one since I can't use the R1 kit on the D50? posted in Teleconverter vs Macrofilter

Thanks guys. As far as I understand, the cheapest is the macro filters. A TC can be used with macro lenses, and will longer your focal lenght (meaning more details?) but it looses lightstops. But you can easily get more light with for example [Read more...] posted in Teleconverter vs Macrofilter

Thanks guys. As far as I understand, the cheapest is the macro filters. A TC can be used with macro lenses, and will longer your focal lenght (meaning more details?) but it looses lightstops. But you can easily get more light with for example a Nikon SB-R1 set? Except I have another question about the flitssets, you have one without the SU-800 and one with, is there a big difference or you don't really need that SU-800? posted in Teleconverter vs Macrofilter

I like doing macro-shots of flies and many other insects. For that reason I bought myself the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro DG last summer. It's a great lens, but not really what I thought it was. Since I'm exploring my camera again on manual I wa [Read more...] posted in Teleconverter vs Macrofilter

I like doing macro-shots of flies and many other insects. For that reason I bought myself the Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX Macro DG last summer. It's a great lens, but not really what I thought it was. Since I'm exploring my camera again on manual I was wondering if there's anything I can do to make better macro-shots. I've been thinking about a teleconverter, but I'm not sure this is actually for macro. There are also macrofilters (from Cokin) which are actually not expensive at all but I have no idea if they would be usefull. If anyone can tell me the difference between TC and a Macrofilter and perhaps the ups and downs from both I'd be greatful! Also if you have any tips for macro! posted in Teleconverter vs Macrofilter