AboutMalcolm Dickinson Expertise Questions about 35mm and medium format cameras, questions about developing B&W film; and questions about making B&W prints.
Experience I've been an avid photographer since 1981 and took a lot of B&W photography classes in college. I've done a lot of medium format work and have always developed & printed my own pictures.
Publications I had several photos published in college magazines and one photograph included in a juried exhibition.
Question Hi Malcolm,
I am in need of a lense for my Canon AE-1 programmer that would enable me to take detailed closeups of coins. I have no idea where to start and would appreciate it if you may be able to head me in the right direction. Thanks for your time.
Gary Dingus
Harley, Ont.
cvr@execulink.com
Answer Hi Gary,
I have a very similar camera and I think you'll find the AE-1 Program works very well for what you want to do.
For that camera you need a "Canon FD Lens" or a third-party (Tamron, etc.) lens that is made to fit Canon FD cameras.
To take closeups of coins, you need a lens that has a "MACRO" setting.
I would suggest shopping around camera stores and ebay for a CANON FD zoon lens (such as 70-210 mm) with MACRO setting.
