Nikon 60mm macro vs 105 macro

[hawk22]

Anyone had any experience with these two lenses.  Both are 2.8 and both have VR.  Any input would be appreciated. Thanks!

[Lon Sharp]

The longer lens will give you more working distance, which can be a factor, especially if you are photographing something alive.

[luv2bowhunt]

I used to have the 60mm macro and it was a fun lens. I didn't really use it all that much because the working distance was so close. If you are after insects or anything alive I would go with the 105mm. Both lenses are excellent optics and scary sharp!

[KanatiFan]

I own the 60mm AF version and the 105manual focus. Both are super sharp and both make me happy. With my D300 -- or any camera that has less than a full-frame chip -- the multiplication factor makes the 60mm into something more like a 90mm.

As for the differences, I find that the reviews on each on the kenrockwell.com website explain the pros and cons pretty accurately.

His review of the AFD 60mm is at  http://kenrockwell.com/nikon/60mm-afd.htm

His review of the AFD 105mm is at  http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/105af.htm

For a list of all his Nikon lens reviews see  http://www.kenrockwell.com/nikon/nikkor.htm

[clintopher]

From what I hear, take Ken Rockwell with a grain of salt.  Check out Nikon Cafe...lots of information over there.

[craig1955]

dpreview.com is another good sourse of info

[luv2bowhunt]

I'll second that on Ken Rockwell...

Nikonlinks.com is also an excellent source of info on all things Nikon.