An extreme closeup of a red maple leaf

The Response: Close Enough to Touch — Cheryl

A month or two ago, I bought an extension tube for my camera. The reviewers on Amazon recommended a protective filter to go along with the tube, since it lets you get so near your subject, your lens might end up with a scratch or two. I didn’t bother with the filter, but I am impressed with the proximity the tube and my 50mm lens offer me.