Yeah, I'll definitely keep a 180 in mind for the future. Insects WEREn't my thing....but thinking of over twice the magnification on the bee I took makes me really start thinking about it. haha Plus, I got that close to a bee, but they are easy. Bumbles fly around and leave you alone, but don't scare off. Some other things will get away quick.


Thanks for your tips there. I knew right off 2.8 was way out of whack, I just tossed it on, and was excited for the few minutes I had. I'll try to find the bees again with an 8 or so on the aperture setting.


I'm going to get a 100-400 next year. (Kinda waiting to see if the "new" version of that lens is an accurate rumor) So it'll be nice to be able to use that to get a little closer.


Thanks again!