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Old 18-02-2009, 07:17 PM
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Re: reversed lenses

I forgot you can reverse one lens onto the end of another. That would definitely be the better option as it will keep the metering. My reverse adapter is for mounting the lens backwards straight onto the body.

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Originally Posted by NJP87 View Post
As for the aperture there is a little lever on the lens that lets you open it up.
Yep, and you can use that with a static subject and the camera on a tripod. It's no use though when hand-holding or trying for subjects that are mobile as you have to let go of it before taking the shot. Between letting go of the lever and firing the shutter you'll lose focus.

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