Bridge cameras and macro-photography.
Dec 7, 2011 23:45:20 #
Hi,
Can a macro photo be achieved with a 24-500 mm bridge camera?
An entry level DSLR is for now unthinkable.
Thank you.
Can a macro photo be achieved with a 24-500 mm bridge camera?
An entry level DSLR is for now unthinkable.
Thank you.
Dec 7, 2011 23:59:22 #
It can be done with the SX40. Not sure about any other cams.
If you'll post which models you're considering, you might get more specific and helpful answers.
If you'll post which models you're considering, you might get more specific and helpful answers.
Dec 8, 2011 00:12:26 #
Most P&S style cameras have a "macro" button or setting, which allows closer focusing than normal. I have no idea if "bridge" cameras are similar to P&S in this regard. Most bridge cameras have a fixed lens, so no use of extension tubes. Add-on diopter lenses are a consideration, but a poor substitute for true macro.
Dec 8, 2011 00:16:15 #
My bridge has a macro and a does a really good job. Panasonic Lumix FZ40. Fairly nice zoom on it as well. If you want more macro and or zoom, you can get additional lens for most bridge cameras. I am looking at a 2x zoom that Santa is going to bring me (gotta remember to tell him that).
If I were getting another bridge camera, I would probably go for the Canon sx30 IS, but then I have liked that camera since it came out.
If I were getting another bridge camera, I would probably go for the Canon sx30 IS, but then I have liked that camera since it came out.
Dec 8, 2011 00:23:35 #
ggiaphotos wrote:
My bridge has a macro and a does a really good job. Panasonic Lumix FZ40. Fairly nice zoom on it as well.
If I were getting another, I would probably go for the Canon sx30 IS, but then I have liked that camera since it came out.
If I were getting another, I would probably go for the Canon sx30 IS, but then I have liked that camera since it came out.
When you say "macro" do you mean 1:1 magnification or life-size? A macro of a dime would produce a dime size image on the sensor. I ask this to determine if the "macro" setting on your camera can actually produce a macro, or just a close-up.
Dec 8, 2011 00:24:12 #
Dec 8, 2011 00:25:33 #
Dec 8, 2011 00:25:35 #
tinosa wrote:
I captured this critter with a Panasonic FZ30
Not too shabby! Definitely looks like a macro. Any cropping from original?
Dec 8, 2011 00:38:56 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Not too shabby! Definitely looks like a macro. Any cropping from original?
tinosa wrote:
I captured this critter with a Panasonic FZ30
Not too shabby! Definitely looks like a macro. Any cropping from original?
Minimal cropping. I did use a Nikon 6T macro lens attatchment
Dec 8, 2011 00:43:15 #
tinosa wrote:
I captured this critter with a Panasonic FZ30
You shouldn't scare a person like that! LOL....WOW...too close for comfort, but you and the camera did good!
Dec 8, 2011 01:02:47 #
tinosa wrote:
Minimal cropping. I did use a Nikon 6T macro lens attachment
You should have volunteered this info when you submitted spider photograph. Next time I will ask.
A Nikon 6T is a 62-mm threaded 2-element diopter lens of approx. 2.9x magnification. We are trying to ascertain if a bridge camera can take a macro photograph without additional lenses. I am pleased to know macro is possible with designed diopter add-on lens.
Dec 8, 2011 01:56:18 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
.... I am pleased to know macro is possible with designed diopter add-on lens.
Yes , when you are DSLR-less it is not a bad second best. :-D
Dec 8, 2011 02:02:29 #
tinosa wrote:
when you are DSLR-less (Nikon 6T add-on diopter lens) is not a bad second best. :-D
Your second photo is most likely of a variety of Tussock Moth Caterpillar.
Dec 8, 2011 05:32:21 #
tinosa wrote:
I captured this critter with a Panasonic FZ30
Is that spider sitting on a fence post?
Dec 8, 2011 05:52:32 #
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