Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS Imported

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

Sharp optics, but as would be expected for extremely close work, depth-of-field is extremely shallow, even when used in lowest mag (1X). A focusing rail is essential so you can make a focus stack with PhotoShop or other image processing software.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

This Lens pass's more than advertised, the definition of a bee's head is fantastic.Definitly needs the ring flash for support or extra lights.
The delivery from B&H Photo Video, I am very impressed with (4 days) America to New Zealand, Thanks B&H.
Cheers Bob

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

I use this lens with a macro ring flash and am amazed at the shutter speeds I can utilize. I have not tried this lens out doors and only use it in a controlled environment. However, it is not as difficult to use as some reviews state. This should not be your first macro lens as it obviously is only applicable to a limited number of uses but once you master other macro lenses, this will truly get down to the hairs on the hairs.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

Was hard at the beginning but once u get the tricks u can get a very good image . Very sharp and crisp. Need tripod most of the time and good lighting. But over all im very happy with the lens . The best macro lens from canon.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

I do a predominance of macro photography within the medical world. Some tiny things just simply need to be seen. This lens will capture things no other macro lens is capable of. I have mastered the other lenses in Canon's product line (60mm, 100mm, 185mm...) and stack extenders to boot... They are not even close to what this lens can do. I will say that the other lenses are good enough for bugs and flowers of most varieties and if you are looking at getting a good general lens for macro use... get the 100mm macro IS. If you need to get the hairs on a knit... this lens will do it. It is not easy to use as others have said.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

This lens is excellent - especially since it integrates a bellows function by allowing the tube to extend. For the lens to be its most useful, you need a flash mounted on the front - ideally with diffuser covers, remote contol trigger (to prevent shake), a clear filter to prevent the lens from getting scratched since you will be working close to objects, a rail for fine adjustments and of course - a tripod.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

This is a challenging lens to use. Don't expect to go out for a stroll and come back with 30 good snapshots from this lens. This is a lens that requires care and calculation with each shot (or series when focus stacking). At first, set a realistic goal of one good shot per outing.

The depth of field at these magnifications is so thin that you often can't tell what the object you were shooting is from one shot. But when several shots are focus stacked the detail is amazing. This lens can make you feel like a beginner again due to it's difficulty level, but it will open your eyes to a whole new world around you, like it's a window into another dimension.

Not only will it jump start your passion for photography again, but will open your eyes to things all around you that you never knew the beauty of before. Highly recommend this lens to those up for a technical challenge. The reward is worth it!

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

Problem is the 0 distance from the subject for maximum magnification and the difficulty to keep the light on it.
Lacking stabiliser.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

Macro shots of insects are great, very clean output

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

Using for macro photo: bugs, dragonfly, fly, etc.
Best lens for macro from Canon. Need good macro flash from canon.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

Because of the short operating distances it take a little while getting used to it, but after a couple a sessions you discover the true versatility of that lense.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

This is a very advanced lens. It is superb for near microscopic work, but it takes some time to learn to use. Admittedly, I am at best an intermediate photographer, but I also have a 50 and a 100 Macro that I have pretty much mastered, and this is far more difficult to use.
That said, if you want to take a full frame view of a 1/4 inch flower, this is the way to go.
Would not advise even thinking about hand-held shots. The depth of field with the faster speeds is infinitesimal and unless you are looking for that effect of a minimal plane of focus, use a tripod.
This is worth the price, but only if you are good and only if you are into micro.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

If you are going to macro and you don't have any stuff yet that lens is the most expensive choice as it is not enough to have only the lens. You need also good flash, good tripod and then you may discover that you need one more macro lens which is more "normal". That lens is very specific. And it requires patience, much of patience.
But lens itself is fantastic! I'm still learning how to use it so can't say much more.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

I use this lens for extreme macro shots of things like an ants head, a dragonfly eye, or the full body of a hoverfly, even an aphid or tiny leaf hopper. Very strong construction. With a flash and high shutter speed override, you can get tack sharp shots of tiny objects, close in.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

Use for fun mainly and some wedding rings and details shoots, it has a great Macro zoom but it does not have focus ring, it makes it un frame able, it is a shame when you can not frame your pictures.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

This lens is probably if not certainly the finest Macro lens on the market but there is a price to pay for it's greatness and that is that the user be prepared to have great patience in that this lens is manual and thus very sensitive, I would recommend a sturdy tripod and a macro flash these two items alone will make the experience more pleasing. This lens is not for the novice or someone who is not willing to invest several thousand dollars for the setup.I strongly stand behind this lens, it is well worth the money and time spent!

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

If you own a Canon DSLR, this is the perfect Macro lense. The 1 - 6 x magnification work like a charm and the image quality is stunning! This lense is different from most other lenses in the fact that it is a Macro lense. The following is typical of Macro lenses (they are not Cons, you need to get used to thses)

A. it is manual focus
B. you need lots of light
C. extremely shallow DOF (we are talking mm or less depending on distance from subject and aperture selected.

I highly recommend this lens for anyone looking for a Canon Macro lens for a full frame camera.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

This lens is not for the novice. You literally have to be 2 inches away from an object to take a pictures. Macro rail and macro ring flash is highly recommended. If you are new to macro photography you should start with 100mm 2.8 lens instead. Also, not a best lens for taking pictures of jewelry. Even at 65mm 1:1 zoom you can only get half the ring in the view finder. Focus area is very small - that's why macro rail is needed to make fine adjustments instead of moving the whole tripod. Lens body is very sturdy and quality built.
Because you need macro flash and macro rails to use this lens on a stationary objects - it would cost almost $2000 to get started with proper setup.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

I shoot macro all the time and this is a great lens for what I do. But it does take some time to learn how to use it.

Comments about Canon Macro Photo MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Manual Focus Lens for EOS:

I couldn't decide between the 1-5x manual focus or the 1x autofocus. I went with this because I wanted that option to go into that 5x world. Light issues, the shake of even just pressing the button, and the manual focus are all very challenging, but the look is amazing. (Using it on a 5D MarkII)