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What is your lens choice for photographing watches?

  1. mk2rick Feb 10, 2020

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    Likewise i use my iphone 11 for most of my macro shots. Does it for me without the need of a bulk SLR with macro lens ..
     
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  2. vacheroyale May 16, 2020

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    I think the best combination is any vintage macro lens from the 70's or so, mounted on digital camera full frame camera. I used the Pentax macro takumars 100mm 50mm, and the Zeiss Makro Planar 60mm f2,8
     
  3. Cayohuesovespa Jul 25, 2020

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    I use this same lens. Perfect for whatches.
     
  4. PlainVanilla Jul 26, 2020

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    I used the Nikon 105mm for watches and it provides the perfect level of crispiness. There are also very good lenses from various other manufacturers of course. I'd go with anything around 100mm for general shots.
     
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  5. EauTerre Jul 26, 2020

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    The EF 100mm macro, IS or regular version. Turns into a 160mm macro on your camera, I think.
     
  6. befobe Jul 26, 2020

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    Don't have choice... Only my Samsung S6!... 20200726_184734.jpg
     
  7. Cayohuesovespa Aug 21, 2020

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    most are taken on my galaxy s20... takes great photos.
    buy i also like my Canon EF100mm f/2.8 with a canon 70D.
    excellent DOF and great in low light...
    this was taken on the 70d
    dynamic.JPG
     
  8. kboyle Aug 29, 2020

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    I use my iPhone and the pictures are usually pretty good
     
  9. love4watches_pt Sep 1, 2020

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    I just switched systems, from Canon to Fuji and I love it, love to do some street shooting;) and watch photography in just one body and lens
    Havent decided yet if it's any better for watches...I own a XE-3 with the 35mm f2.0 XF lens...
    Any advice on macrotubes I shoud get? Or eventulaly a macro lens?
    This is a non edited jpeg straight out of the camera:
    DSCF6208.JPG
     
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  10. pdxleaf ... Sep 1, 2020

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    Tamron 90mm f2.8 macro is a nice inexpensive lens.

    Early versions can work with sony a7 and adapter. Newer versions are a bit more expensive but still alot cheaper than brand lenses. Just an option to check out.

    Some really nice shots in here of great watches. Nice thread, thanks to all for sharing.
     
  11. Deafboy His Holiness Puer Surdus Sep 1, 2020

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    I took this picture of my Vulcain Cricket at the Apple store using the iPhone 11 (Pro?).

    - Handheld
    - Store lighting
    - I have some tremor
    - Straight shot (no image post-processing)

    I was stunned by the quality of the picture.
    IMG_0012.jpg
     
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  12. Shay Nov 18, 2020

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    Hi All,

    i have a Nikon d330 with a kit lenses 18-55. However that lense doesn’t focus and zoom well. Has anyone got experience with the camera and can recommend a suitable lense?

    Best
     
  13. riimar Nov 19, 2020

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    I need advice for new lens/camera also :)
    I now have a samsung nx30 mirrorless I bought new some years ago. This worked well for me so far,
    until I tried macro..
    I tried with a samsung 60mm macro lens f2.8 which I can't get good close ups with. Samsung don't make any camera or lens anymore so I'm looking for something new.

    I've been looking at Sony A series with 100mm lens, but Canon is also cheaper..
    Is Sony really worth it over Canon?
    None of these have built in image stabilization like Pentax, so lens is more expensive to buy..
     
  14. Alpha Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega Collector Nov 19, 2020

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    Nice :thumbsup:
    I must confess I have been considering upgrading my iPhone solely on the new camera, we enter full lockdown tomorrow so I suspect it may be some time before a visit to the Apple store.
     
  15. STANDY schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector Nov 19, 2020

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    Again ! how long this time.
     
  16. Alpha Kilt Owner, Beagle Parent, Omega Collector Nov 19, 2020

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    2 years ;)
     
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  17. Capcom Jan 2, 2021

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    Excellent result !
     
  18. Cayohuesovespa Jan 2, 2021

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    100mm macro for small close stuff.
    35mm f2.8 prime for landscape.
    28-70. F2.8 for all around lens
    These are my 3 go to lenses
     
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  19. connieseamaster Jan 2, 2021

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    I just got a 55mm/2.8 micro (macro) lens for my Nikon FM. The first couple of shots looked great in the viewfinder, we'll see what the film actually looks like in a couple of weeks :D
     
  20. tangfj Jan 4, 2021

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    Nice picture! The Sigma 70 2.8 is a lovely lens... I also use the same lens for a Leica SL2 but more often I find myself reaching for the Sigma 45mm 2.8 since it's a little more versatile for me with its close focus ability and wider field of view. I use the 70 macro more when I'm trying to get up close and in to the details.
     
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