Nikon 40mm DX Micro

DSLR Macro Lens  9/10

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Nikon 40mm DX Micro Macro Prime DSLR Lens
The micro in the name really means this lens is geared for macro photography. The closest you can get to a subject and maintain a clear focus is 0.53 feet. That’s pretty darn close. With a focal length of 40mm you really won’t need to get any closer than that. This lens with challenge the best of photographers by opening up so many new possibilities in the macro photography world. The lens is relatively fast with a f/2.8 maximum aperture. Low light performance will be good, but not as great as some of the other lenses. If you want close range focusing, $279.99 is an awesome deal for this lens.

Quick Specs

  • Made for DX format
  • 52mm filter thread
  • Superior close range focusing technology
  • Silent Wave Motor for quiet focusing
  • 9.9 ounces
Strengths

Half a foot close focusing can lead to some great macro shots

Standard filter thread size means you won’t have to buy a bunch of new filters

This is a great all around lens that is decently fast

Price vs performance is very good here

Weaknesses

The focal length is borderline too short for true macro photography. That means the lens itself may get in the way as you try to get as close as possible to the subject

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