Do I need a macro lense.

[O'l Salty]

I'm shooting with a Canon 55-225 telephoto lense. I added A 36mm tube and I'm getting some nice macro shots. Is there anything to gain by buying a true macro lense? If so should I get a telephoto lense or fixed lense.

 

[TheEngineer]

If you’re happy with your shots, I’d say no. I upgraded to a 90mm Tamron and I really like it. If you’re going to go for a macro, get a prime lens.

 

[Denisk]

I agree with @TheEngineer if you like the shots your getting, why spend the money? I do at the same time think using something like extension tubes is no comparison to a high end macro lens. I personally bought a canon 100mm is and I must say it’s incredible. However I delt without one for quite sometime and got great shots also.

 

[O'l Salty]

My shots are ok. I'm having trouble with hi ISO setting which are set automatically. Some lenses have a light ring and I wonder if that would help lower the ISO. I want very close up shots that are crystal clear.

 

[O'l Salty]

I agree with @TheEngineer if you like the shots your getting, why spend the money? I do at the same time think using something like extension tubes is no comparison to a high end macro lens. I personally bought a canon 100mm is and I must say it’s incredible. However I delt without one for quite sometime and got great shots also.

Did you get a fixed or zoom lense.

 

[Monterey Bay Coral]

True macro lenses will have 1:1 magnification, you will not be able to achieve this with other lenses.

 

[Denisk]

Did you get a fixed or zoom lense.

The “canon 100mm is” is a fixed lens. However I do have a zoom lens and a little 50mm laying around as well.