85mm f/1.8 with extension tubes

[ronlane]

I got the 85mm f/1.8 for Christmas and was stuck inside in the cold on Friday so I thought I would see how well it works with my extension tubes and ring light. This little flower might be an inch across it. I used two of the three extension tubes, the biggest and smallest, if I remember correctly. I know that this is a fake flower but it was a good test to see how sharp this combination is going to be.

 

[tirediron]

With extension tubes, EVERY lens is a macro lens.... then, when you get a macro lens and add extension tubes....

 

[ronlane]

With extension tubes, EVERY lens is a macro lens.... then, when you get a macro lens and add extension tubes....

You are right about that. I just wanted to see how well they worked on that Canon 85mm f/1.8. I was shocked at the results. It has me looking forward to the spring when I can stalk all the bugs and bees and butterfly's.