Macro Lenses

The project is small parts from a manufacturer, and the 1:1 is really the requirements not macro. I'm just used to the macro lenses and therefore a shorter learning curve.

Considering that you indicated that rental is an option, and that you don't feel that you need a dedicated macro most of the time you might seriously consider rental. BorrowLenses.com has the EF100 macro (and other macro options)

http://www.borrowlense​s.com/category/canon_m​acro

which you indicated you did own and I would presume are familiar with for rent for about $30.00 a week, and less if you need a longer term. There are probably NYC options as well I think that both Adorama and B & H Photo rent equipment.

Wayne

aram535 wrote in post #7672497
2) I heard nothing bad things about the Sigma's so why spend the extra $200-$300 on it?

I've also heard bad things about the 1D/s Mark IIIs, but I would still buy 'em if I could afford 'em.

joe mama wrote in post #7673321
I can help on a few of them:

"HSM"--> "Hypersoning Motor" ("USM" -- "Ultrasonic Motor" for Canon)
"EX" --> "L"
"OS" --> "Optical Stabilization" ("IS" -- "Image Stabilization" for Canon)
"IF" --> "Internal Focus"
"DC" --> "Digital Crop" ("EF-S" for Canon)

Perfect, exactly as I needed. They seem to have all of the same technical criteria and the MTF charts look just about the same. Any idea why the 70mm is more expensive than the 105mm?

WMS wrote in post #7675267
Considering that you indicated that rental is an option, and that you don't feel that you need a dedicated macro most of the time you might seriously consider rental. BorrowLenses.com has the EF100 macro (and other macro options)

http://www.borrowlense​s.com/category/canon_m​acro

which you indicated you did own and I would presume are familiar with for rent for about $30.00 a week, and less if you need a longer term. There are probably NYC options as well I think that both Adorama and B & H Photo rent equipment.

I was hoping there was some major leaning one by the group on one of the lenses, so it would make my decision for me. But you're right it seems I just have to rent one or maybe two of them to one complete the job and two see which one I like better for either purchase or future rentals.

nphsbuckeye wrote in post #7675396
I've also heard bad things about the 1D/s Mark IIIs, but I would still buy 'em if I could afford 'em.

Your argument aside, I'm just impressed with the number of logical falacies that you broke with one statement. Very impressive.

I really don't think one has a direct correlation to the other. If two "like" items were the same price, would you pay an extra 25% for the label?

I have the Sigma 105 macro and think it is excellent.

Here's a couple of shots from me:
http://www.flickr.com …in/set-72157615841378944/
http://www.flickr.com …in/set-72157615841378944/

The second one is a stack of 8 shots but was taken with my small studio setup at about 1:1 magnification. As you can see it is very sharp. I cannot recommend this lens enough.

Well IF you are looking for a consensus there is this poll... https://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthre​ad.php?t=160960

Wayne

I had the Canon 100 macro but found that I needed more reach. Sold it and picked up the Sigma 150/2.8 macro. Both lenses are incredibly sharp. I'm not really a Sigma fan, but the 150 macro is a pretty darn good lens.

CountryBoy wrote in post #7672447
If you want the lens hood and tripod collar for the canon, add about another $180 for it .

There are rings and hoods (and decent ones) for well less than $180, and I mean well less.

LostShootingStar wrote in post #7672191
I like the 105 personally

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Ditto. I really can't get over how nice of a lens is this for the money. I bought mine used for less than $300....

f/4 on 5D....

If you are looking into another macro lens, check out the EF 180 and MP-E.
I had a Signma 105 macro and ended up gave it out for free while selling other stuff. Whatever you buy, there's a chance of getting a bad copy.
Let us know what you need the lens for and budget, some experts can give you best advices.
Good luck with the hunt.

If you will be doing life-size (1:1), then be sure to get a focusing rail.

jr_senator wrote in post #7680821
There are rings and hoods (and decent ones) for well less than $180, and I mean well less.

I was just going by B&H prices for the canon rings and hoods. I didn't add in shipping. Either way Canon should include them with the lens, even if they increase the price.