I have a Nikon D7000. What would be a good lens for macro photography?

I have a Nikon D7000. What would be a good lens for macro photography?

I want that camera so bad! In fact I look at it every day on the web dreaming that it is mine. I just bought a new camera a year ago, so it's a stretch to already be asking for another one. Anyhow, hope you love it!

Let's think a little about fond of macro photography.
Do you really want to work on that part of photography?
Because, the quality macro lenses are really very expensive.
Of course Nikon has very good macro lenses such as 105mm f/2.8.
But, I advise you to work with extension tubes and close up filters first and then, at the end of your works, if you're still on the same thought, really try to buy a good macro lens. Because the world of macro is really very exciting!

In the Nikkor range - the 60mm f2.8 macro or the 105mm f2.8 macro. If budget's more of a concern, then Sigma's range is good.

I have the Sigma 50mm f2.8 macro on D300 with good results;

they also make a 105mm f2.8 macro which gives you a greater working distance between the subject and the end of the lens - it's also tack sharp I've heard.

I have the older Nikon AF 105mm f2.8 Micro that uses the camera's built in motor to focus. It is a remarkable lens. It is still widely available used for between $350 and $500 depending on where you look.

http://www.keh.com/camera/Nikon-Autofocus-Fixed-Focal-Length-Lenses/1/sku-NA06009042485N?r=FE

I've also heard very good things about the Tokina 100mm f2.8 Macro. It sells new for about $400.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/..._M100.html

In my opinion, a 60mm is too short for macro, because it places you too close to the subject, which can scare critters off, or block light. THe 85mm Nikon is supposedly very good, but if you ever upgrade to a full-frame camera, you'll have to buy another lens.

Nikon's newer 105mm AF-S lens is also supposed to be great, but it costs more than double what the Tokina costs new.

Finally, serious Macro shooters use the 200mm f4, but it's very expensive!

The standard macro lens is the 60 mm f/2.8

Recently an 85 mm f/3.5 was introduced that has had good reviews from colleagues.

The 105 mm f/2.8 is also an excellent lens, however if you are on a budget, the 60 mm is a good choice

The focal length of the lens has more to do with how far the camera is from the subject at a 1:1 image to subject shooting ratio, so you will have to try out the various ones to see which suites your shooting style