> So, when Tamron or Sigma lenses are called "macro", but have a reproduction > ratio of 1:2 (say Tamron 70-300) or 1:2.9 (Sigma 28/1.8, > Tamron 28-300/3.5-5.6), - this is a frivolous use of the term. > They should've been called "close focus capable". > Correct?
I guess it would come down to a matter of opinion, it does also appear to be generation related, younger people probably accept Macro as a general term relating to close focus ability. > I just found a similar definition in the Wikipedia: > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macro_photography > It suggests that recently the term "macro" became used if > the 4"x6" (~10cmx15cm) print has at least 1:1 size of the object. > That might be explaining the loose usage of the word "macro" > by some manufacturers. Yes, it's also a good marketing tactic by the manufacturers! Best regards, John John Whittingham Technician "you can't be optimistic with a misty optic" ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The information transmitted is intended only for the person to whom it is addressed and may contain confidential and/or privileged material. If you have received an email in error please notify Carmel College on [EMAIL PROTECTED] then delete all copies of it from your systems. Although Carmel College scans incoming and outgoing emails and email attachments for viruses we cannot guarantee a communication to be free of all viruses nor accept any responsibility for viruses. Although Carmel College monitors incoming and outgoing emails for inappropriate content, the college cannot be held responsible for the views or expressions of the author. The views expressed may not necessarily be those of Carmel College and Carmel College cannot be held responsible for any loss or injury resulting from the contents of a message. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
