Another round of practice
May 25, 2015 12:33:01 #
Still shooting with the camera on auto trying to get a feel for the lens
May 25, 2015 13:50:04 #
May 25, 2015 14:52:17 #
May 25, 2015 15:45:41 #
slhunky wrote:
That's the same focal length that I use. Check out the threads on UHH Macro. Eventually you are going to want to go off auto. There are same "base-line" settings that many of us use when supplementing with diffused flash. My starting point, on manual, is f/16 @ 1/200 & ISO 100. Some variation will be necessary contingent on how much ambient lighting you want to include.canon 100
I use the twin macro flash units with some added diffusion. Canon makes a kit that is used by several on this forum. Most, however, use a single flash with a 6"x8" diffusion softbox.
May 25, 2015 16:29:38 #
You have found some nice subjects to shoot. There is a lot for us beginners to learn and this is a great place for us to get advice and encouragement. I am learning a lot from the experts here as you are doing.
May 25, 2015 16:37:26 #
EnglishBrenda wrote:
Lotsof great info and a lot to learnYou have found some nice subjects to shoot. There is a lot for us beginners to learn and this is a great place for us to get advice and encouragement. I am learning a lot from the experts here as you are doing.
May 25, 2015 20:41:19 #
May 25, 2015 21:20:47 #
We all started by using available light, then camera pop-up flash for macro exposure. You can learn most of the basic techniques this way, but you will soon learn the drawbacks of narrow Depth of Field. Your image #5 is a good example.
Exif image #5:
Camera Model: Canon EOS REBEL T3i
Lens: EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
Image Date: 2015-05-24
Focal Length: 100mm
Aperture: /4.0
Exposure Time: 0.017 s (1/60-sec)
ISO equiv: 400
Exposure Bias: none
Metering Mode: Matrix
Exposure: program (Auto)
White Balance: Auto
Flash Fired: Yes
Most of us rely on standard speedlight or ringflash illumination, so we can routinely shoot at ISO 200, 1/200-sec at f/16.
Exif image #5:
Camera Model: Canon EOS REBEL T3i
Lens: EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM
Image Date: 2015-05-24
Focal Length: 100mm
Aperture: /4.0
Exposure Time: 0.017 s (1/60-sec)
ISO equiv: 400
Exposure Bias: none
Metering Mode: Matrix
Exposure: program (Auto)
White Balance: Auto
Flash Fired: Yes
Most of us rely on standard speedlight or ringflash illumination, so we can routinely shoot at ISO 200, 1/200-sec at f/16.
May 26, 2015 07:43:18 #
May 26, 2015 07:44:46 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Thanks for the input. Do you recommend speedlight or ringflash?We all started by using available light, then camera pop-up flash for macro exposure. You can learn most of the basic techniques this way, but you will soon learn the drawbacks of narrow Depth of Field. Your image #5 is a good example.
Most of us rely on standard speedlight or ringflash illumination, so we can routinely shoot at ISO 200, 1/200-sec at f/16.
Most of us rely on standard speedlight or ringflash illumination, so we can routinely shoot at ISO 200, 1/200-sec at f/16.
May 26, 2015 16:49:17 #
slhunky wrote:
It is personal preference, like Coke or Pepsi. Do you currently own a standard speedlight? Which model?Thanks for the input. Do you recommend speedlight or ringflash?
May 27, 2015 07:13:44 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
I do not own a speedlight.IDo you currently own a standard speedlight? Which model?
May 27, 2015 19:42:25 #
slhunky wrote:
Eventually, you will want to obtain a speedlight for macro-photography, compatible with your Canon Rebel T3i. I do not own a speedlight.
Here is an helpful thread: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-208134-1.html
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