Macro Photography

Extension tubes look like empty cylinders — but the physics inside them can transform your kit lens into a macro powerhouse. Here are six truths about using extension tubes that most guides skip over.

Discover several budget-friendly macro lens options for Nikon DSLRs and mirrorless cameras — from classic Nikon Micro-Nikkors to third-party gems — and learn which suits your subjects: bugs, flowers, food or product shots.

You don’t need a dedicated macro lens or a fancy camera to explore the tiny world. With a basic smartphone and a budget-friendly Apexel clip-on macro lens, you can capture detailed close-ups of flowers, insects, textures, jewellery, and more for the price of a takeaway meal.