Light ring
Nov 23, 2011 16:44:21 #
Does anyone out there use a light ring when doing close-up work? if so what is a good brand? Are they even available? Is there a better alternative for shooting small things like fishing flies?
Nov 23, 2011 16:49:05 #
birdie wrote:
You must check out Nikonian72's threads and pictures. He is the master of the miniscule, The tutor for the tiny, and the educator of the eeensy-weeensy... :)Does anyone out there use a light ring when doing close-up work? if so what is a good brand? Are they even available? Is there a better alternative for shooting small things like fishing flies?
Nov 23, 2011 16:55:20 #
I use Canon's light ring and find it to be excellent. It gives a nice even lighting. If you want shadows. You can unbalance the two light sources in the unit to various degree. I think I payed around $200 for it several years ago. There may be other brands out there. You just need to do a web search.
Nov 23, 2011 20:58:34 #
I use a Sigma EM-140 DG Macro Ring Flash which costs about $380 with my Nikon 20-200mm f-2.8 VR lens and a 20mm extension tube. It works great. Click on this link http://www.dubinphotography.net/Nature/Photo-Outings/Arnolds-Butterfly-Haven-Nov-9/20018966_Mnvtgf#1577777414_2HcFrVN to view some of my photos of the butterflies and flowers where I used the Sigma Ring Flash to take these photos. Arnold
Nov 23, 2011 21:05:50 #
JimH wrote:
Nikonian72 . . . is the master of the miniscule . . .
You promised not to tell!
Nov 23, 2011 21:07:12 #
Nov 24, 2011 05:40:33 #
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used them for years
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Nov 24, 2011 14:35:04 #
Check out ebay. I bought a cheaper model there and it works just fine for my macro work with my Canon 100mm.
Nov 27, 2011 15:36:38 #
I suggest you check out the Neweer LED Ring Light at Amazon.com. It costs a lot less than the Canon and Nikon Brands (under $40) and has many positive reviews.
Nov 27, 2011 15:41:50 #
lorvey wrote:
I suggest you check out the Neweer LED Ring Light at Amazon.com. It costs a lot less than the Canon and Nikon Brands (under $40) and has many positive reviews.
The LED ringlights are considered underpowered for mid-range (f/8) to small aperture (f/22). Larger apertures dramatically limit your DOF during true macro (1:1), or close to true macro.
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