How do you get a sharp insect photo?
May 26, 2015 07:19:26 #
I see some awesome macro insect photo's. How do you capture an image of a live insect with such sharp detail?
May 26, 2015 08:12:48 #
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I thought to send you here to the macro forum but I see this is already posted in the right section, so good luck. I'm sure someone will be along soon to give you better answers. But I do suggest the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section too.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-106-1.html
I thought to send you here to the macro forum but I see this is already posted in the right section, so good luck. I'm sure someone will be along soon to give you better answers. But I do suggest the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section too.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-106-1.html
May 26, 2015 10:23:16 #
Greenguy33 wrote:
I see some awesome macro insect photo's. How do you capture an image of a live insect with such sharp detail?
2 things, good focus and off camera flash with diffused light
May 26, 2015 10:49:35 #
tinusbum wrote:
2 things, good focus and off camera flash with diffused light
Really? that's it, nothing else. ok.
May 26, 2015 10:57:10 #
If you can persuade them to stay still long enough, then focus stacking will give you everything in focus.
May 26, 2015 11:32:05 #
Greenguy33 wrote:
i usually shoot ISO 100, 1/200-sec at f/16, and if i change anything its the power of the flash although i did shoot some at f/22 this morning.Really? that's it, nothing else. ok.
May 26, 2015 11:52:28 #
tinusbum wrote:
thanks!i usually shoot ISO 100, 1/200-sec at f/16, and if i change anything its the power of the flash
May 26, 2015 16:27:42 #
The key is relatively short shutter duration (1/200-sec), synchronized with speedlight illumination.
Available light exposures usually require longer shutter durations, which will capture very small camera movement (you) or subject movement, (living insect).
Using a tripod can eliminate camera movement, but is so cumbersome in the field. Hand-held field macro-photography is easily possible with speedlight/softbox illumination. Take a look at various macro set-ups on pages 4, 5, & 6 here: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-32754-4.html
Available light exposures usually require longer shutter durations, which will capture very small camera movement (you) or subject movement, (living insect).
Using a tripod can eliminate camera movement, but is so cumbersome in the field. Hand-held field macro-photography is easily possible with speedlight/softbox illumination. Take a look at various macro set-ups on pages 4, 5, & 6 here: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-32754-4.html
May 26, 2015 16:30:40 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Thanks Nikonian! Is it possible to use the high sync speed with macro and flash? (ie.. faster than 1/320 sec)The key is relatively short shutter duration (1/200-sec), synchronized with speedlight illumination.
Available light exposures usually require longer shutter durations, which will capture very small camera movement (you) or subject movement, (living insect).
Available light exposures usually require longer shutter durations, which will capture very small camera movement (you) or subject movement, (living insect).
May 26, 2015 16:34:51 #
Greenguy33 wrote:
No. With most digital cameras, a shutter duration shorter than 1/200-sec wil capture a shadow of the shutter, rendering either the top part or bottom part of image black. Some cameras sync up to 1/250-sec. Is it possible to use the high sync speed with macro and flash? (ie.. faster than 1/320 sec)
There is an advanced method called High Speed Synchronization that is possible with more sophisticated speedlights, and you can read about it here: http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-74372-1.html
May 26, 2015 19:30:06 #
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May 26, 2015 22:10:58 #
Once you start using some of these suggestions you will see results rather quickly. Then its a matter of practice and make small changes to improve your results. Welcome to our corner of the world.
May 27, 2015 02:35:36 #
martinfisherphoto wrote:
Martin is describing keeping your subject within the narrow DoF while shooting macro. This means keeping lens tangent to subject, which will keep subject parallel to DoF.Lens on same focal plane as subject
May 27, 2015 04:39:10 #
I will say, if you are using the 200mm lens, it's considerably trickier than shorter ones, at least for me anyway. Mostly, follow recommendations made hear by experienced macro photographers and just get out there and practice, practice, practice.
Going by your signature list, you seem to have everything you need with the possible exception of a L-bracket ($20-$40), ball extender (about $6-$15+) and softbox ($6-$15).
Be sure to post pix so we can help you along. No feeling like the one you get when you "nail" a shot ;) :D
Going by your signature list, you seem to have everything you need with the possible exception of a L-bracket ($20-$40), ball extender (about $6-$15+) and softbox ($6-$15).
Be sure to post pix so we can help you along. No feeling like the one you get when you "nail" a shot ;) :D
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