What Does Macro Mode Make Your Camera Do?
Feb 13, 2012 21:24:12 #
I know what Macro mode does, and I enjoy using it. But I dont know what that mode actually tells the camera to do. Please help me finish this sentence: When I shoot in Marco mode, I am telling the camera to
Feb 13, 2012 21:33:43 #
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I think it turns off the internal flash, but other than that, I don't know. I've never used it.
Edit: It seems it focuses on the closest object in the center of the scene -not sure about the flash. (D40)
I think it turns off the internal flash, but other than that, I don't know. I've never used it.
Edit: It seems it focuses on the closest object in the center of the scene -not sure about the flash. (D40)
Feb 13, 2012 22:29:02 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
globetrekker wrote:
I know what Macro mode does, and I enjoy using it. But I dont know what that mode actually tells the camera to do. Please help me finish this sentence: When I shoot in Marco mode, I am telling the camera to
Are you talking about a SLR .... Macro is determined by the lens
Feb 13, 2012 22:59:29 #
P&S and some bridge cameras have a "Macro" button on the back. Sometimes macro is represented by a flower icon.
Usually, this allows camera to focus closer than normal. It may also increase ISO, allowing for less light when working up close.
Usually, this allows camera to focus closer than normal. It may also increase ISO, allowing for less light when working up close.
Feb 13, 2012 23:13:34 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
P&S and some bridge cameras have a "Macro" button on the back. Sometimes macro is represented by a flower icon.
Usually, this allows camera to focus closer than normal. It may also increase ISO, allowing for less light when working up close.
Usually, this allows camera to focus closer than normal. It may also increase ISO, allowing for less light when working up close.
I'm talking about the macro mode that many P & S, and I assume most DSLRs, have. But HOW does it allow the camera to focus at a closer distance from the subject?
Feb 14, 2012 02:00:07 #
docrob
Loc: Durango, Colorado
globetrekker wrote:
I know what Macro mode does, and I enjoy using it. But I dont know what that mode actually tells the camera to do. Please help me finish this sentence: When I shoot in Marco mode, I am telling the camera to
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Feb 14, 2012 03:02:56 #
No dslr cameras don't have a macro setting. Macro is strictly a lens issue and actually has nothing to do with the camera save for the possible ISO issue.
Macro is a lens setting that allows for very close focus not possible in any normal focus setting.
On a dslr, macro requires a macro lens specifically designed for very close shooting. All normal dslr lenses focus to perhaps 2 or 3 feet at the closest.
Many bridge cameras have macro but that's still a lens issue.
Macro is a lens setting that allows for very close focus not possible in any normal focus setting.
On a dslr, macro requires a macro lens specifically designed for very close shooting. All normal dslr lenses focus to perhaps 2 or 3 feet at the closest.
Many bridge cameras have macro but that's still a lens issue.
Feb 14, 2012 05:52:25 #
Then why does my T3i have a macro setting? I used the little flower setting a couple times after I first bought it while experimenting with the different settings but I'd also like to know what it tells a dslr to do.
I bought some extension tubes for macro so I can use the programable settings rather than the auto settings but I think this is an interesting question.
I bought some extension tubes for macro so I can use the programable settings rather than the auto settings but I think this is an interesting question.
Feb 14, 2012 06:12:06 #
jimmya wrote:
No dslr cameras don't have a macro setting. Macro is strictly a lens issue and actually has nothing to do with the camera save for the possible ISO issue.
Actually, yes they do.
True the function isn't the same as a P&S macro setting but they certainly do have it.
My T2i is an example. here is what Canon says about the macro mode:
Yes...many DSLR's have a "macro" mode. Here is some information on it:
http://www.cameratips.com/t2i/take-great-macro-photos-canon-t2i
Feb 14, 2012 06:15:21 #
Well blow me down and call me all kind of little names... sorry I gave you a bad tip... I'm no expert and I'll be the first to admit that so I actually had no idea. Interesting.
But, after looking over the Canon article I guess I was technically correct. Oh well... still sorry about that.
Jim
But, after looking over the Canon article I guess I was technically correct. Oh well... still sorry about that.
Jim
Feb 14, 2012 06:20:11 #
jimmya wrote:
Well blow me down and call me all kind of little names... sorry I gave you a bad tip... I'm no expert and I'll be the first to admit that so I actually had no idea. Interesting.
But, after looking over the Canon article I guess I was technically correct. Oh well... still sorry about that.
Jim
But, after looking over the Canon article I guess I was technically correct. Oh well... still sorry about that.
Jim
I think you were correct...it really doesn't do anything lol...but it is there.
Feb 14, 2012 06:43:50 #
On the Nikon D40 (and other entry-level Nikons, I guess):
For my P&S (CP2200):
Quote:
Use for close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects. The camera automatically focuses on the subject in the center focus area; other focus areas can be selected using the multi selector. Use of a tripod is recommended to prevent blur.
For my P&S (CP2200):
Quote:
Use to capture vivid colors in close-up shots of flowers, insects, and other small objects, with the background artistically blurred. Flash mode automatically set to AUTO; other modes can be selected.
Camera focuses continuously, even when shutter-release button is not pressed halfway. Minimum focus distance varies with zoom position. To focus on objects as close as 4 cm/1.6 to the lens, adjust zoom until the macro close-up icon (&) in monitor turns green.
Camera focuses continuously, even when shutter-release button is not pressed halfway. Minimum focus distance varies with zoom position. To focus on objects as close as 4 cm/1.6 to the lens, adjust zoom until the macro close-up icon (&) in monitor turns green.
Feb 14, 2012 06:58:09 #
Well then, rpavich, if it doesn't really do anything I would ask the Canon guys... what the hell is this? tee.... hee.
Thanks for backing me up... I appreciate it.
Jim
Thanks for backing me up... I appreciate it.
Jim
Feb 14, 2012 07:36:41 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
swimbob wrote:
Then why does my T3i have a macro setting? I used the little flower setting a couple times after I first bought it while experimenting with the different settings but I'd also like to know what it tells a dslr to do.
I bought some extension tubes for macro so I can use the programable settings rather than the auto settings but I think this is an interesting question.
I bought some extension tubes for macro so I can use the programable settings rather than the auto settings but I think this is an interesting question.
That's just another scene setting. Tell us what iso, shutter, and f stop the camera chooses in that mode. That's all it's doing, macro focus us still done in the glass, macro is high magnification.
Feb 14, 2012 08:00:02 #
Wabbit
Loc: Arizona Desert
If you look at the mount side of a SLR macro lens while you set it to macro you'll see the lens element move closer to the lens mount.
Inside every lens there are numerous elements broken down into a few different groups. When you zoom these elements move to different positions to change the magnification and focus.
Macro is like using a magnifying glass.
The same thing happens inside a point n shoot when you choose macro mode.
Inside every lens there are numerous elements broken down into a few different groups. When you zoom these elements move to different positions to change the magnification and focus.
Macro is like using a magnifying glass.
The same thing happens inside a point n shoot when you choose macro mode.
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