Canon zoom lens EF28-105

[Paulluck]

I am quite new to photography with an SLR. I have purchased a Canon zoom lens EF 28-105mm 1:3.5-4.5 usm.
The paper that came with it says it can be used in the macro mode. In fact there is a small window o it with macro settings through to infinity.
I am having a great deal of trouble to get a good macro picture can anyone help me with a few tips on its use?

[Gary_Evans]

This isnt a true macro lens, and so you cant actually go in as close as you might think which may be giving you OOF images

[PhotosGuy]

Try at least f/11 & see if that helps. Post the pic.

[poloman]

It should tell you on the side of the lens what your minimum distance to the subject is for macro. For example, on the 24-105L IS USM it is 1.5'.

[Paulluck]

Thanks for the tips I am doing better now I think. But I will buy a macro lens in the near future.

[rdricks]

A tripod will help too. It can be difficult to keep the camera still enough for cameras when you are close. It is a decent lens though, keep with it!

-Ryan

BTW, if you do get a macro lens you will have a great time. They can be a lot of fun.