Reversed "G" Lens Tutorial for doing Macro Photography (HD)

[Mod88Mod]

this is more than amazing Video :) thanks for the info but i have 1 question

When shooting outdoor at ants or bugs do you think adding an extension tubes will make difference or using this reverse kit the way it's will make no difference also about the focusing this means that i will move myself far or closer to focus on the Insects !? and about using and external Flash what's your suggestion on the F for the 35 F1.8 to use at ? thanks a lot ! :)

[Lilkiwiguy87]

We're not rocket scientists, so, we can't give you exact magnification ratio but the difference is obvious. Extension tubes will give you higher magnification than with a reversed lens, it depends on the extension tube and lens' focal lengths. There's a drawback: with extension tubes + reversed lens, you'll have to be incredibly close to your subject. Using extension tubes with a non-reversed lens will give you some space. We don't know what aperture to use because it's all guesswork.

[thatdamngaijin]

This is so cool. I was thinking about buying a macro lens but way too expensive. I just ordered everything you mentioned above on Amazon (Japan) and it's going to cost me less than 60 bucks!

Thanks again and I hope you guys get bored with whatever you're doing now. It would be great to see some new videos.

[abcavijja123]

Will the BR-4 damage the contacts on the new lenses such as the one used in the video or will using BR-6 be better?

[Lilkiwiguy87]

They won't do any damage. Normally, the contacts are being pushed down when mounting.

[abcavijja123]

Hi, does the lens used in this video have 52mm threads and can a filter be fitted to the end of the BR- 4 which is exposed?

[Lilkiwiguy87]

1: Please don't repost your comment 3 times, they require an approval.

2: Yes, the 35mm DX has a 52mm filter thread.

3: No. Only BR-6 has a female 52mm filter thread, not the BR-4. You could try putting a glass filter between the reversing adapter and the lens, however, the effects may or may not work properly.

[abcavijja123]

@abcavijja123

Sorry about the multiple comments.

will fitting a BR-3 to the BR-4 enable me to fit a filter?

[Lilkiwiguy87]

It's possible, however, you won't be able to control the lens' aperture with the BR-3 (no threaded hole to screw a cable release in). BR-6 is what you're looking for: ability to attach a 52mm glass filter *and* ability to screw a cable release in.

[abcavijja123]

@Lilkiwiguy87 Thank you very very much for the info

Greatly appreciated!

[fitoartigag]

Can't find BR-4 adapter ring.......only BR-3........any difference??

[Lilkiwiguy87]

BR-3 does not have the ability to use a shutter release cable to control the lens' aperture. BR-3 can allow you attach a 52mm glass filter and that is it. You need BR-4 to control the lens' aperture.

[fitoartigag]

@Lilkiwiguy87 Thank you for taking the time answering me!!!!!

Thats what I thought about the BR-3 !!!!!!

What about the BR-6 ?? ........... I got the BR-2A and the AR-3.........

[Lilkiwiguy87]

BR-6 is identical to BR-4 and it is still around today. The only difference happen to be this: BR-4's rear has Nikon F bayonet while BR-6 has female 52mm filter threads (for you to screw a 52mm filter in). If we remember correctly, B&H have those in stock for about $85.

[fitoartigag]

@Lilkiwiguy87 Thank's a lot again!!

I just bought an used -mint condition BR-4 on ebay for $49!!

As always "nice tuto" !!!!!!

[samcth54]

INTERESTING!!!!

[TopGear6666]

You could always buy some macro rings or bellows and use any prime lens

[Lilkiwiguy87]

Yes, we know, however, they will not work with "G" lenses due to lack of aperture ring.

[rafael145pl]

Can i get same effect at 50mm lens?

[Lilkiwiguy87]

With any non-"G" 50mm's, yes. The 50mm ƒ/1.4G AF-S has 58mm filter thread size, which is too big for the reversing adapter.

[IanPCMcKay]

@Lilkiwiguy87

Can't you just use a step down ring from 58mm to 52mm for the 50mm f/1.4g to fit?

[Lilkiwiguy87]

If you can find one, yes. That step-down ring is very difficult to find nowadays.

[Nattacus]

I did this the other day, but i just used masking tape to hold the lenses together

[DiabloPlayer4life]

Cool trick, but isn't the 35mm g af-s dx the only G lens with 52 mm? The 50mm lens has a 58 mm mount, and the new ones have something like 77mm or so. So yeah.. isnt this the only lens you can actually do it with?

[Lilkiwiguy87]

There are three "G" lenses that have 52mm filter threads. For example, 35mm ƒ/1.8, 18-55mm ƒ/3.5-5.6, and 55-200mm ƒ/3.5-5.6. The 35mm ƒ/1.8 is recommended because if reversed, the lens will be still bright enough. The viewfinder will be much darker with other zooms due to low versatile maximum apertures, however, they are still useable. The 105mm Micro-Nikkor VR is an exception because it is a macro lens after all.

[DiabloPlayer4life]

@Lilkiwiguy87

ah yeah okay. Thanks

[TheGuyTakingPictures]

when the 35 f/1.8 is reversed, does it cover the entire frame of the D3? or does it still only cover the DX size

[Lilkiwiguy87]

If used normally, DX only.

If reversed, all formats.

[punnu5997]

thanks, I needed this info !

and by the way, good music.

[avucaldz]

I doubt it can be used to capture insects. Anyway Nice trick!

[Lilkiwiguy87]

No, it will not work out well because it requires a lot of time getting good exposure and focusing. The insect will be long gone before you can trigger the camera. But a dead insect will do, heh.

[sebastiansz]

thanks for this.

Have you ever used extension tubes for macro? if you own some, will you make a tutorial with them? thanks once again

[Lilkiwiguy87]

Yes, however, we prefer using bellows rather than being limited by three extension tubes. We will see about that.

[Mejaymz]

Very informative video.

I personally didn't know that you can reversemount a lens in this manner.

Thank you for all your great videos. 

[1986Chaitanya]

Thanks for this tutorial.