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05/07/2016 10:31:07 AM · #26 |
Originally posted by FromDaRock:
You can also use a piece of string tied to the camera and long enough to step on. Pulling it taught will help reduce camera shake. Tying a large washer or something to the end to step on is also a good idea. |
This is a very good tip for stabilizing a camera without a tripod as long as you're standing up at full height. But it's a bit less useful as a macro tip, because typically when shooting macros we're moving the camera in and out, up and down, in small increments, and often from a crouching or kneeling position... |
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05/07/2016 11:32:05 AM · #27 |
Originally posted by Bear_Music:
Originally posted by GinaRothfels:
I did mention the crop factor, but I didn't think of what  Bear_Music mentioned. I'm still worried about the Oly being too light to keep my hands steady enough for hand-held macro shots though. |
Easily solved with a beanbag hanging from the tripod socket on the camera baseplate. Helps stabilize the camera too :-) |
I'm embarrassed to admit it but my Oly won't even fit into its bag with the baseplate attached. I like to travel light and couldn't find a similar bag with a bit more space.
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05/07/2016 04:13:22 PM · #28 |
Originally posted by GinaRothfels:
I'm embarrassed to admit it but my Oly won't even fit into its bag with the baseplate attached. I like to travel light and couldn't find a similar bag with a bit more space. |
Then hook the beanbag over your thumbs while shooting :-) You can carry an empty drawstring bag in your bocket and fill it with dirt or pebbles or sand on-site as needed... |
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05/07/2016 04:25:39 PM · #29 |
Originally posted by Bear_Music:
Originally posted by FromDaRock:
You can also use a piece of string tied to the camera and long enough to step on. Pulling it taught will help reduce camera shake. Tying a large washer or something to the end to step on is also a good idea. |
This is a very good tip for stabilizing a camera without a tripod as long as you're standing up at full height. But it's a bit less useful as a macro tip, because typically when shooting macros we're moving the camera in and out, up and down, in small increments, and often from a crouching or kneeling position... |
I have a piece of cord with an eyebolt at one end and a loop at the other stuffed into a small pocket in my bag. I'd think for macros one could just kneel on the string at the appropriate length. I also have a small folding mini-tripod (in the same compartment) which is a good size for macros. |
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05/10/2016 04:49:21 AM · #30 |
Thanks for all the advice. I have gone for the IS version. I figured I can always sell it in 6 months time if I don't gel with it but I suspect I will be very happy with it.
So about time for another Macro challenge.... |
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05/10/2016 06:37:24 AM · #31 |
| Lens arrived. OMG it is amazing!!!! |
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05/10/2016 07:01:53 AM · #32 |
Enjoy! And show us what you can do with it:)
Cheers! |
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05/10/2016 10:54:29 AM · #33 |
Originally posted by P-A-U-L:
Lens arrived. OMG it is amazing!!!! |
Even just feels good to hold it, doesn't it? Just a really satisfying hunk of glass. And the sharpness! The clarity! Enjoy! |
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05/10/2016 11:10:48 AM · #34 |
Yeh, kirbic predicts that you will not be letting go of that one soon. I thought I was well satisfied with the non-IS version, but I am really loving the upgrade.
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05/10/2016 11:28:34 AM · #35 |
Originally posted by Bear_Music:
Originally posted by P-A-U-L:
Lens arrived. OMG it is amazing!!!! |
Even just feels good to hold it, doesn't it? Just a really satisfying hunk of glass. And the sharpness! The clarity! Enjoy! |
Yes it feels real good! So sharp and the photos look good straight out of the camera - I could imagine being able to enter photos without any processing with this lens. |
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