Libellule

Line,

Since this subject is parallel to the plane of best focus, a wider aperture setting would have resulted in a higher definition image.

The Tokina macro develops its best performance between F/4 and F/5.6  When the opportunity presents itself, the final image will be even sharper than what appears in this image by using a faster lens setting.

Two other positive aspects of using a faster lens setting are a  lower ISO and or higher shutter speed . This would assure the maximum performance capability of the lens , too.

Very good capture, though.

Regards,  Mike

Thanks Mike!

I own a macro lens only for a month now... So, all advice is greatly appreciated!

Line,

For month number one, you are off to an outstanding start.

I will keep checking in about your new postings , too.

Best Regards, Mike

A beautiful shot with very nice details, Line!

Mike already mentioned some techical aspects, the motive could be a bit sharper.  But I also agree with him that you show us a very good start in macro photography. My first macro tries were way worse...

Regards

Very beautiful.. Really very impressive a work.. Well done.. 7.. Regards.. 

Superb Line. Lovely parallel focus with a superb background. Loved it.

BTW, my understanding is that this Tokina lens displays the effective apperture in the camera data, meaning that if I shoot at 1:1 it will record the +2 stops that this creates, unlike other lenses which display the actual setting instead of effective aperture...