Macro Lens DIY !

FYI , thanks for the information i'll give it a try; as my digital camera does not have a micro option. I do so enjoy exploring the options to recieving end results, that are similar to the otherwise 'traditional' means.

FYI, good information, but whether it will work for any particular and presumably less expensive camera will depend on that camera's focussing capabilities such as focal length, automatic focus function if any, shutter speed, and exposure time, and the size of the magnifying optic, especially a smaller hand lens of, say only 1/2" lens which will have perimeter distortion (might work with a 1" lens). On my old Kodak DX2500, it's focal length was so long (6+" on what passed for its macro setting) that it would require a lot of optical devices and manipulation before it would take satisfactory images of coins... which it never did. I was not willing to invest in various types of magnifying optics beyond what I already have (I have loupes, hand lenses, and magnifying glasses), so I opted to buy a new Canon S2 IS on closeout.

However, that said, I would like to know your type of camera and the specifics of the loupe (or hand lens) that you used. I'm intrigued.

Fred