WHATS a good MACRO LENS FOR CANNON XTI
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PL-Reef
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I second that!
$439.95 brand new
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$439.95 brand new
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/con...s&Q=&sku=194451&is=USA&addedTroughType=search
PL-Reef
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No IS, but yes you could place it right against the glass if you wanted to, that's why I bought it, the internal focus. There are some photos I took with it a couple of threads down if you want to check them out. I haven't used any of the other lenses though so I can't weigh in on them.
Blazer88
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I frequently place the lens directly against the glass. I won't buy a lens that either extends or the front element rotates while focusing, too much of a hassle especially when filters are used. There are a few cheaper options with the Tamron and Sigma. I wouldn't get the Tamron if the front rotates and/or extends. The Sigma takes 77mm filters which can get expensive when compared to the 58mm for Canon. The Sigma also doesn't have the HSM (hyper-sonic motor) when focusing where as the Canon's USM is silent and quick. The Canon just had everything I was looking for.
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perpetual98
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Ditto the Canon. It's my favorite lens for aquarium shots. In fact, that's almost ALL I use it for. I've got a Canon 28-135 for walking around and a Sigma 100-300 for more specialized stuff and outdoor photography.
jeffbrig
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Ultimately, both the 60mm and the 100mm will give you 1:1 magnification. The 60mm can do 1:1 magnification with the subject about 4" away, while the 100mm can be about 6" away. For macro photography in the aquarium, I find the extra distance to be helpful, since subjects are rarely right up against the glass.
The other major difference is that the 60mm is EF-S mount, which means it's not compatible with all Canon bodies, so you may not be able to use it if you ever move to a non-crop body in the future.
If you want to see a good poll of macro lenses for Canon users, follow this link:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=160960
Roughly 51% prefer the 100mm/f2.8, then next highest was the 60mm at 13%.
The other major difference is that the 60mm is EF-S mount, which means it's not compatible with all Canon bodies, so you may not be able to use it if you ever move to a non-crop body in the future.
If you want to see a good poll of macro lenses for Canon users, follow this link:
http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?t=160960
Roughly 51% prefer the 100mm/f2.8, then next highest was the 60mm at 13%.
bureau13
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The 60mm is a bit cheaper (I am not too concerned about the EF-S mount issue, but of course if my next body has a larger sensor I reserve the right to change my mind 
) but had I thought about the difference in those terms (distance from subject needed to achieve 1:1) I probably would have gone with the 100mm.
jds
) but had I thought about the difference in those terms (distance from subject needed to achieve 1:1) I probably would have gone with the 100mm.jds
