optically, what distinguishes a macro lens from a normal lens in large format?
optically, what distinguishes a macro lens from a normal lens in large format?
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A floating element may be included in the lens design so it can focus closer than normal lenses.
I am sure one of our lens gurus here on the board can add more. I am a macro shooter and know there is a difference in the lens design (thus better results) when you use a macro-specific over a non-macro specific.
A floating element... on LF lenses??
My bad. I know the design is different. I guess floating elements are on other type lenses.
See this thread, it explains how the macro lenses are constructed and "No floating elements"
http://www.largeformatphotography.in...l=1#post732652
It's on the homepage. Amazing, how few look there.
The main difference is the macro is optimised for close ratios, and sometimes flat field.
Get a G-Claron and don't worry.
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E. Von
you're right about the info being on the website, don't know how I missed that, very informative. Could you explain your g-claron recommendation though?
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E. von... That's for variable spherical aberration, not variable macro magnification.
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