Venus 60mm 2.8 2:1 Macro

NSXTypeR

Looks like an interesting new macro lens. I think I saw it on the main blog page, but now someone has a review of the lens.



I'd usually be a little hesitant to recommend videos, but his macro work is top notch stuff so it's good to hear that he likes this lens.

The lens looks fairly reasonably priced, but there may not be AF and there probably is no matrix metering.

And... I'm not sure how confident I can be about the quality control is at the lens maker.

Msmoto

This looks interesting, especially at the price. Venus also makes an adjustable extension tube, so these folks look serious about the macro equipment. I can imagine the adjustable tube used as well on a reversed normal lens.

As this new lens becomes more reviewed, it should be a real winner if it holds up to the video conclusions.

ThomasHorton

It looks like a versatile lens. And the price is also attractive

NSXTypeR

For those of you interested, another photo blogger, Jeffrey Friedl posted his thoughts on this lens. It works fairly well with a Sigma 2x teleconverter and extension tubes.

http://regex.info/blog/2015-02-26/2530

WestEndFoto

I have to wonder how useful a 60mm macro is. You will be blocking your light and scaring away anything the least bit shy.

spraynpray

I have to wonder how useful a 60mm macro is. You will be blocking your light and scaring away anything the least bit shy.

It isn't a lens for the casual snapper, that's for sure. The close working distance is a curse and a blessing as you do have to get close, but then the light wrap is far better. You just have to learn fieldcraft. These from my 60 - feel free to go in for a close look: