While browsing forums on the Net, I stumbled an interesting discussion on which lens are better for taking photographs of baby's parts: hands, fingers, toes and feet. The discussion came to the arguments about right exposure without handshake. And among other arguments I would like to mention versatility of the macro lens - you can better use the space (it's easier to manoeuvre and choose the right spot), you need less light (because your are closer to the subject), it's easier to control the subject and the environment (while holding the camera with one hand, you can use your other hand to correct the position of the subject or wipe the drool). But you can see the full discussion at Zuga.net Forums - Which Lens