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09/26/2009 06:11:31 PM · #1 |
I've just taken up macro photography and uploaded my first trial shots today.
I've used a reversed 50mm.
Now, I know I still have a lot to learn but I would like to find out with your comments if I'm on the right track.
Focusing is far from being under control (that's the main point I have to work on).
Nevertheless, I'm ready for your comments and advices.
Shot of the entire orchid
fragment 1
Fragment 2
Please don't hesitate, I'm here to learn
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09/26/2009 08:25:00 PM · #2 |
I recently started getting into macro photography myself. I quickly learned that it isn't as easy as I thought it would be. I use a Canon 100mm f/2.8 macro lens. I also have the Canon EF12-II and EF25-II extension tubes. The super shallow DOF, especially with the tubes, is very difficult to work with. Some of my recent macro experiments can be seen here.
It looks to me like you're headed in the right direction. The only advice I can offer is try to remember the normal photographic aspects as well as the challenges that come with shooting macros. IOW, things like composition, lighting, etc., are just as important for a good macro shot as they are for any other photo. It's just usually a lot more difficult to achieve with macro. :-)
Good work! Keep going.
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09/26/2009 08:29:21 PM · #3 |
| just keep on snapping, looks like your good already to be honest just keep taking them do some reasearch, look at some macro pictures and just have fun! |
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09/27/2009 06:13:21 AM · #4 |
@ Mick: I find that your experiments turned out great. The problem of shallow DOF you've mentioned is also a problem very much present with reversed lenses. A few mm can make the difference.
The orchid which was the subject was posed on my studio table. I worked with the tripod, without the tripod... Without the tripod was hell to keep the focus just right, with the tripod was hell to move the camera to the right distance (the orchid was already placed right on the edge of the table)
And you're right: I was so focussed on getting the focus right that I lost other things out of sight.
Thank you for the tips :-) I'll keep following your progresses and will try to keep up with you ;-)
@ hojop25 : Thank you for the feedback :-) Indeed, looking at other macro pictures, read information and continue the practice while learning from my previous mistakes and having fun when making the shots should be the perfect base to work with :-) |
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09/27/2009 01:50:18 PM · #5 |
Originally posted by Koekie:
@ Mick: I find that your experiments turned out great. The problem of shallow DOF you've mentioned is also a problem very much present with reversed lenses. A few mm can make the difference.
The orchid which was the subject was posed on my studio table. I worked with the tripod, without the tripod... Without the tripod was hell to keep the focus just right, with the tripod was hell to move the camera to the right distance (the orchid was already placed right on the edge of the table) |
You might want to try a focusing rail. I've never used one myself, so I can't say how well they work, but my guess is they are better suited to photographing stationary objects like your orchid. Shooting insects with one would be an exercise in futility, I think. Most of the ones I've seen are also ridiculously expensive.
Good luck and keep shooting!
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09/27/2009 02:52:45 PM · #6 |
Hmmm - interesting that rail. Great tip :-)
Indeed, prices are a bit over the edge for a new one. But maybe I can find one second hand. |
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