Ohh, thanks Misha, but I only sound like I know what I'm talking about ;) I've read up on this subject quite a bit and most of the real experts suggest using only 1 or 2 filters at a time. Here are two sites with really good tutorials on macro photography, hope they help! http://azone.clubsnap.org/insectguide/page01.html (using the same equipment as myself!) http://www.mplonsky.com/photo/article.htm These are just examples of true macro masters ;) http://www.beautifulbugs.com/ http://www.pbase.com/mplonsky