On Sat, 21 Dec 2002 13:59:38 +0900 Jim Davis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Dave J Herzstein <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote/replied to: > > >> What do folks here think of the Canon 50 mm F 2.5 Macro? > > > >The EF 50/2.5 is a fine, sharp lens. Its only drawbacks are lack > > of 1:1 magnification and its short working distance. > > Does it have USM and FTM? > > An extra 1:1 converter is available for that lens too.
The 50/2.5 does not have USM or FTM focusing. Yes, a 1:1 adapter is available (its a combination extension tube and 1.4x teleconverter), but with the adapter, only 1:4 - 1:1 magnifications are possible (distance focus ability is lost). Dave Herzstein [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.kjsl.com/~dave ________________________________________________________________ Sign Up for Juno Platinum Internet Access Today Only $9.95 per month! Visit www.juno.com * **** ******* *********************************************************** * For list instructions, including unsubscribe, see: * http://www.a1.nl/phomepag/markerink/eos_list.htm ***********************************************************
