Macro lens for d7000
 

I have a d3100 and d7000 can anyone recommend a good macro lens for both??

I don't want to spend mega bucks at this stage its more a case of trying out macro photography first then, if its an area of the hobby I like then pursue better lenses later.

There must be a lens which performs well for newcomers. I would like to be able to get a decent shot of insects.

Will I need a ring flash??

The new Nikkor 40mm is an excellent lens and it wont cost an arm and a leg, well worth a look

you might also want to consider the Sigma 50mm EX DG Macro, its amazing and it was featured in issue 7 group test were its sharpness was said to be very good

The tamron 90 mm macro is surposed to be a great lens and wont break the bank around £360
the one thing to check with the nikkor 40mm or sigma is the focusing range
Check this thread out [URL="http://www.digitalcameraworld.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6838"]http://www.digitalcameraworld.com/forum/showthread.php?t=6838[/URL]

I totally agree with wotcars about the focal length , 40 or even 60mm macro's are fine for static objects but you will probably struggle when it comes to insects because you will need to get so close to obtain the 1:1 ratio .
The Tamron 90mm f/2.8 is a great lens and as already stated it wont break the bank , the other thing you need to remember is that any lens without a built in focus motor will not auto focus on your 3100 but it will on your 7000 .
To answer your question about the ring flash , no you don't need one but if you decide to get into macro work in a big way then you can always get one later if you need it .

Mark

I have a D7000 and Tamron 90mm and find it very good, especially for the money.

One that often gets overlooked is the Nikon 85mm DX Micro. It's a bit more expensive than the Tamron, but because it's an Internal Focus design it gets you almost 2 inches more working distance which can be important for bugs. It has AF-S for the D3100 and VR too.

Chris

The Sigma 105mm is the best macro lens offered. Came out tops in the recent survey covered by N Photo Magazine, closely followed by the Tamron 90mm.

Thank you guys for all the info........I need to look back in some of my mags obviously .......it sometimes happens if you are not looking for an item at the time that you miss the review.
I am thinking of trying Tamron 90 so looking for the best deal now.:)