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03/06/2005 06:12:26 PM · #1 |
Well I got this macro lens a while back and have now just started to get the hang of it. Please lend some advice on how to maybe improve this shot...
I know the focus is slightly off, but i was fighting against time.
I have some really good macro shots with this new lens (including focused ones).. if you guys want more let me know.
Message edited by author 2005-03-06 18:12:35.
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03/06/2005 06:38:39 PM · #2 |
Great picture. I am a bit of a beginner but i'l add my ten bobs worth.
Increase the saturation a bit to bring out the yellow and the ladybug's red. I would also consider isolating the flower as I find the foliage and background flower a bit distracting.
I am looking for a good macro lens right now. The one i have only switches to Macro at 200 - 300 mm and I need something a bit closer.
Good picture though. One too show off ! |
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03/06/2005 06:55:52 PM · #3 |
well i did quite a bit of research for this little thing. since i only have a nikon 5700 my options were limited as far as what i could do. i had to pickup a nikon coolfix adapter o-ring to mount on the front of my lens. i then screw the 500d onto the end, it doesn't weigh that much and i also have a 3 year warranty on the camera so im not too worried.
what i usually do is zoom to like 6x and then do manual focus to the closest possible, yields the greatest magnification.
the biggest feature of the 500d is its ability to produce the exact same shot from 6 inches further then without it. this helps so much when it comes to things that run or fly away.
here is a closer shot of the same lady bug
//totaldis.fbeye.org/macro/full/dscn4322.jpg
Message edited by author 2005-03-06 18:58:13.
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03/06/2005 08:22:55 PM · #4 |
Originally posted by totaldis:
well i did quite a bit of research for this little thing. since i only have a nikon 5700 my options were limited as far as what i could do. i had to pickup a nikon coolfix adapter o-ring to mount on the front of my lens. i then screw the 500d onto the end, it doesn't weigh that much and i also have a 3 year warranty on the camera so im not too worried.
what i usually do is zoom to like 6x and then do manual focus to the closest possible, yields the greatest magnification.
the biggest feature of the 500d is its ability to produce the exact same shot from 6 inches further then without it. this helps so much when it comes to things that run or fly away.
here is a closer shot of the same lady bug
//totaldis.fbeye.org/macro/full/dscn4322.jpg |
I just thought you might need to know, nikon warranties are null and voided when used with non-nikon peripherals (equipment). I would NOT mention it was a canon lens that caused the damage, lord forbid anything happens.
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03/07/2005 10:02:09 AM · #5 |
as i dont plan on anything happening im not too worried about it. however i'll be sure not to let them know thanks for the tip.
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03/12/2005 09:41:46 PM · #6 |
Here is a closer shot of the same lady bug w/ the 500d
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