Macro lens help needed

[Abstract]

heya can anyone suggest a good macro lens for the Canon 350D please? thank you...

 

[MichalS]

Well, I've worked with 10D and Tamron SP AF90mm f/2,8 Di Macro ... powerfull lens.

 

[Abstract]

Ooh thats not as badly priced as I had expected. I'm very new to photography so don't know much about the lenses that I need but am told Macro is good for what I like shooting thanks again.

 

[usayit]

Some good info here:
http://photonotes.org/articles/beginner-faq/lenses.html

The section of interest is:
"I want to take closeup photos. What do I need?"

The FAQ mentions 6 options. I would recommend trying out the "cheaper" options before you spend some serious cash on a macro setup. Try a reversing filter ring or some extension tubes. Lighting will always been an issue. Once you've decided that what you are looking for in macro photography, then a ring light paired up with a dedicated macro lens should be your next step.

Anyone know if there's a bellows for Canon EF mount?

In the canon world, only one lens can give you greater than 1x magnification well.... the MP-E 65mm lens. Its very specialized.. expensive and has some real drawbacks that have to be delt with. On top of that, you'll really need a ring macro flash to take advantage of all it has to offer.

 

[Abstract]

Thanks for that link I will have a good read up later

 

[Digital Matt]

50mm f/1.8 (around $70) + extension tubes (around $90)