How do you put this lens in Micro mode? Is it as simple as pressing a button on the side? Does Micro work in all modes (including Manual)?
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Easy to do with a switch. Bear in mind macro is fixed at 43mm f 6. In use, works well.
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You need to push a button and slide the focal ring so the ring shows it is in macro. Just push the button above the macro button and slide the focal length ring to either manual or electronic focal length adjustment. It works with all modes including manual.
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It is also a weather prof lens. The macro is not a true 1:1 though, but the image quality is excellent.
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There is a lock/button on the side of the barrel. Don't push or press in this button. Instead, push it along the barrel, i.e. the direction along the lens.
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Look for the obvious, first:Check for smudges on the lens when it's out.Watch the shutter speed (the bottom-left number when the shutter button is half-down) and don't take a picture unless it's over 60.Make sure it's set to "AUTO(1600)" instead of "AUTO(400)" so that it can use higher shutter speeds.Make sure you have the autofocus set to "center" and then aim at your target.I've taken about 600 photos with this camera so far and they're all exceptional. This is easily the best camera I've owned. One thing that I've realized about it, however, is that if I lacked an understanding of the essentials of SLR photography, this might be a difficult unit to operate. So consider the above a primer. :) Look for the obvious, first:Check for smudges on the lens when it's out.Watch the shutter speed (the bottom-left number when the shutter button is half-down) and don't take a picture unless it's over 60.Make sure it's set to "AUTO(1600)" instead of "AUTO(400)" so that it can use higher shutter speeds.Make sure you have the autofocus set to "center" and then aim at your target.I've taken about 600 photos with this camera so far and they're all exceptional. This is easily the best camera I've owned. One thing that I've... » Read More Look for the obvious, first:Check for smudges on the lens when it's out.Watch the shutter speed (the bottom-left number when the shutter button is half-down) and don't take a picture unless it's over 60.Make sure it's set to "AUTO(1600)" instead of "AUTO(400)" so that it can use higher shutter speeds.Make sure you have the autofocus set to "center" and then aim at your target.I've taken about 600 photos with this camera so far and they're all exceptional. This is easily the best camera I've owned. One thing that I've realized about it, however, is that if I lacked an understanding of the essentials of SLR photography, this might be a difficult unit to operate. So consider the above a primer. :) « Show Less
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I just got this lens and cannot figure out how to adjust the aperture... I can only take photos in f/22 otherwise it tells me to "lock lens aperture ring at minimum aperture" even if I put it in M (manual) mode. How do I change it so the aperture is adjustable and not fixed?
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One can set it to auto or manual focus on the lens and it's easy to go from one to the other. Also there are settings for stabilization settings and 1.5 meters to infinity, or 3 meters to infinity, handy if there's a fence in the way. I love this lens.
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when I got this lens there was only one way, with the c-mount adapter. it looks like there is now the e-mount option, they probably just permanently attached the adapter to the lens. either should be fine
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Even in Manual mode you'll have to switch the Auto Focus from AF to MF (Manual Focus). It's a separate menu option not connected to the Manual Mode function. Does the lens still try to autofocus when you depress the shutter button? If so, you still need to switch to MF mode.
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ADAPTER SEEMS STUCK? OK, this is easy (unless you've already forced it and broken it off.) As already noted in the comments, The silver button on the adapter SLIDES towards the camera and that releases the lens. It doesn't push in as you might think.
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Yup twist clockwise. Note it may be easier to mount the adapter onto the camera first then mount the lens onto the adapter, also you may be able to use the lens in M or manual mode only, so don't forget to switch the camera to M mode first before turning the camera on with the lens already attached. Finally check that you have the latest firmware update available for you camera installed, it can improve the quality of your pictures.
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You have to use the T/W button to zoom in and out. This lens does not have a manual mode. It is quick and quiet though.
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It will only work in Manual mode only. all other modes require the connection to the lens to change f-stop and ISO.
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Yes, it is a manual lens but its not hard to use at all. You have to manually set the focus (easy enough) but you can still use the cameras internal meter to control exposure. Also, read your cameras owners manual. There are some neat tools available to make using this lens a little easier.
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I wasn't aware Sigma made this same lens in a "macro" version? Becarefull believing the discriptions as some "used" products are misrepresented. Any how, macro will allow for a shorter minimum focus distance. Good luck
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My Minolta lens, past down from my father, are all manual focus. I don't know Minolta well enough to know if they have auto focus or not. But I shoot in Manual mode and my aperture is manual on the lens. I think it's a good cheap way to do still life photography. Might be just a bit difficult for portraits. But I am pleased that I purchased adaptor.
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I second guessed myself as well in the beginning. The lens has a pretty long manual throw. i.e. it takes some big turns to get things into focus manually. Keep trying and it should eventually get things into focus.
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Thanks Kin.Actually, I'm looking for something smaller than a reflex on which I could occasionnaly use my nikon lenses.After using a bit an oly e-p2, i'm a bit confused ; it's better than I thought, and has the IS build in.Does anyone know if nikon will release a micro 4/3 camera soon ?
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Yonnattan,Simply stated you can use the adapter in manual mode if the lens has an aperture ring as well as aperture priority if the lens has an aperture ring. I hope this answers your question. Regards Dennis Dellis