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Yesterdaymorning I got a big needle in my arm from the doctors (bursitis)

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Quote Originally Posted by Sheiky
I love to go out even when the weather is bad. I can enjoy those moments just as much as good weather.

Me too. I'm glad I started with the L version of the 100mm macro - I've certainly used it in the rain. In my case, the L version was available when I first bought a macro lens, so it was a easier choice - upgrading would have been a tougher decision.


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I must say that the L-lens looks like it's better suited for other photography besides macro.

I wouldn't say 'better suited' - it's very well-suited to macro and other types of shooting. We went on a family outing to the Massachusetts Horticultural Society's gardens, and since I wanted travel light, the only lens I took was the EF 100mm f/2.8<span style="color: red;"]LMacro IS. In addition to some great flower shots, I got some good handheld insect shots, and also some great portrait shots. It's really a wonderfully versatile lens!





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That's a pretty sweet set-up. However I doubt it would work for me personally. I like to "hunt" bugs etc.

Yeah, some adjustment is involved, though I can pretty much leave it as shown and it does ok for 'bug hunting'. Still, the whole setup is a bit unwieldy - it was intended mainly for portraits. The dedicated macro flashes are still bulky and I'll probably pick up a ring light or twin light down the line.


Congrats on your purchase - enjoy your new flash!