Over the previous 4 parts of this article using various techniques we have achieved reproduction ratios ranging from 1:1 to 9:1. These techniques can of course be combined together to achieve an even higher magnification. It's time for a quick summary.

Techniques covered so far:

1. Reverse-mounting a prime lens
2. Using extension tubes
3. Using a bellows attachment
4. Combining a telephoto and a reversed prime lens

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The following table features all the numbers mentioned so far in terms of magnification, distance, etc. This data is for these specific lenses and accessories, other lenses similar in specs are likely but not guaranteed to perform in a similar way. Other extension tubes and bellow attachments varying in length will produce different results. The body in use is always Nikon D90.

	Lens(es)	Accessories	Magnification	Distance*
	Tamron 90mm f/2.8	-	1:1	95mm
	Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 reversed	Nikon F - male 52mm thread adapter	1.2:1	75mm
	Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 reversed	65mm extension tube Nikon F - male 52mm thread adapter	2.4:1	60mm
	Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 reversed	Nikon PB-5 retracted Nikon F - male 52mm thread adapter	2.1:1	62mm
	Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 reversed	Nikon PB-5 extended Nikon F - male 52mm thread adapter	4.8:1	50mm
	Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 reversed	Nikon F - male 72mm thread adapter	2.2:1	50mm
	Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 reversed	65mm extension tube Nikon F - male 72mm thread adapter	4.4:1	45mm
	Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 reversed	Nikon PB-5 retracted Nikon F - male 72mm thread adapter	3.4:1	45mm
	Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 reversed	Nikon PB-5 extended Nikon F - male 72mm thread adapter	9:1	40mm
	Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8 + Nikkor 50mm f/1.2 reversed	double male 77mm - 52mm thread adapter	4:1	40mm
	Nikkor 80-200mm f/2.8 + Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 reversed	double male 77mm - 72mm thread adapter	7.4:1	40mm
* Distance from the lens to the subject

The nice thing about macro photography is that you can breathe new life into lenses you already own instead of having to buy a new dedicated lens (although buying a new lens is always nice). And, while doing it, achieve a magnification far exceeding 1:1. If you're like me and you love the vintage glass with the smooth silky focusing rings and the all-metal construction then these kind of experiments will bring you a lot of enjoyment. Do try this at home, kids.