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silkstone · 11-09-2007, 19:18

I collect N-Gauge models which are half the size of OO, and you don't really need a macro lens except perhaps for head-on shots - especially if cropping is allowed.

I'd suggest a 350D/400D with the nifty fifty. If he does need to get closer, a set of auto extension tubes will do the trick, and it all costs much less than a dedicated macro lens. The pop-up flash also doubles as a macro light - the tubes and lens don't obstruct it.

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silkstone Feet under the table Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Silkstone Common, Yorkshire, UK Posts: 3,754	Re: New body & lens advice I collect N-Gauge models which are half the size of OO, and you don't really need a macro lens except perhaps for head-on shots - especially if cropping is allowed. I'd suggest a 350D/400D with the nifty fifty. If he does need to get closer, a set of auto extension tubes will do the trick, and it all costs much less than a dedicated macro lens. The pop-up flash also doubles as a macro light - the tubes and lens don't obstruct it.