I'm not huge on macro, but I do have the Nikkor AM ED 120 and I have made non-scientific comparisons with my 150mm lenses. My personal take-aways are...
Here are some pictures that I took. I hope it's sufficient to show what's what. I don't know the model number of the tripod, either from the seller,...
I am so sorry to hear about your challenges Jean-Louis. I hope that your photography brings you some modicum of solace and pleasure. I can recommend...