Raynox DCR-250 Macro Lens

This is the review of Raynox DCR-250 Macro Lens.

Specifications & Measurements
Magnification : 8-Diopter
Lens construction : 2-group/3-element, Coated optical glass elements
Front Filter thread : 49mm
Mounting thread : 43mm
Dimension : 18mm x 53mm
Weight : 60g(2.1oz)
Accessories: The lens includes a snap-on universal mount suitable for 52mm to 67mm filter size.


Unlike some other conventional cheaper Macro conversion lens or filters, this DCR-250 Super Macro lens obtains the maximum macro magnification power when set at the most telephoto position of zoom lens.

The lens is made of high index optical glass elements which produce rich and razor sharp image and a must accessories for those who use super zoom bridge camera like Panasonic FZ28, FZ35/FZ38 and so on, Canon SX-20, SX-10, SX1 and so on, Fujifilm S200EXR, HS10 and probably many other super zoom bridge camera avaialable in the market and not to forget those who use DSLR camera from Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Pentax, Sony and many others.

But then again, this also depending on that person if he/she like Macro Photography or not... this is the most obvious factor... otherwise, you don't need this for sure.

So for those who like Macro Photography and those tiny little insects, you would love this lens so much.

I am currently using the Fujifilm Finepix HS10 and I happen to like insects and Macro Photography and thus the reason why I am so excited to finally get the chance to test this wonderful Raynox DCR-250.

So let's have a look at this item now...

The box;






Out of the box, they give you a nice plastic box and the product manual....





And inside the plastic box you will get all this items;




The lens, the universal adapter and the lens cover...




The lens;






Universal adapter for lens below the size of 67mm




This is how the universal adapter work... just press that thing on the side to adjust it according to your lens size...






This is now how it looks like on the Fujifilm HS10....




First and foremost, I did some indoor test with this very tiny cobra.... look at the size comparison with the Kingston USB stick.





Wow... I managed to see the head and face clearly.... something that is difficult without the Raynox DCR-250...





The tiny cobra size comparison with my left hand...




My impression after that simple indoor shoot - WOW.... look forward to the real test outdoor....




And now finally, the real test.... outdoor and insects.... I've been dreaming to do such close up photos of these insects for a long time now... and finally it's dream come true....

Not much words, enjoy the photos....








I feel so happy to see the great details on this fly's body....
















A crop from the above photos....






A crop from the above photos....






A crop from the above photos....






And now more flies...






This guy is one big fly.... probably he is "the boss" in this area...





Those big eyes remind me of Kamen Rider....






A crop from the above photos....




This is something that is quite impossible for me to capture last time....






You can see more photos in here = Macro V1.


And another sample photos in here = Fly V1.




I bought this lens from McGill Singapore for SGD 153.00 and that is already includes the FedEx courier service shipment charges - which is very fast. Bear in my mind though depending on your country's customs regulation, you might need to pay some import duty or tax or levy. Contact your local customs office for further information on this import tax matters.

Overall, I am extremely happy to bought this Raynox DCR-250, worth every single dollars that I spent for it. Recommended to all...

You can purchase this item from McGill Singapore.

Additionally, you can visit Raynox Japan website for further information.

I now look forward to see more insects....

UPDATE :AUGUST 2010 - Click the links below to see more photos:

http://www.shewsbury.com/2010/07/macro-photography.html

http://www.shewsbury.com/2010/07/fly-v1.html

http://www.shewsbury.com/2010/08/morning-in-park.html


You can also read our amateur guide on how to use the Raynox DCR-250 Macro Lens below;

http://www.shewsbury.com/2010/09/amateur-guide-for-raynox-dcr-250-macro.html



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