Macro Extension Tube
Apr 25, 2012 00:12:38 #
Has anyone had any experiences with such a gadget? (Fotodiox Canon EOS Macro Extension Tube Set Kit for Extreme Close-up)
I got it for 11 bucks and this is what it does. These are not the best pictures but I am trying to see what this thing does. I do get quite close up but I am not sure I like the quality or lack there of. I would rather buy a nice macro lens but the budget won't have it right now. So this is it for now.
I got it for 11 bucks and this is what it does. These are not the best pictures but I am trying to see what this thing does. I do get quite close up but I am not sure I like the quality or lack there of. I would rather buy a nice macro lens but the budget won't have it right now. So this is it for now.
Small Flowers the size of an eraser on a pencil.
This is as close as I can get with my 18-55mm lens
This is with the tube attached, it can be a 7mm, 14mm or 28mm in this photo I used the 28mm
Apr 25, 2012 00:25:59 #
Ugly HedgeHog has six (6) separate FAQs concerning macro-photography and macro lenses. This thread lists them all. They are worth reading, and printing.
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers Concerning Macro
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-36372-1.html
You can receive much support, and have many questions answered on the UHH True Macro-Photography Forum
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.html
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers Concerning Macro
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-36372-1.html
You can receive much support, and have many questions answered on the UHH True Macro-Photography Forum
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.html
Apr 25, 2012 00:31:59 #
Apr 25, 2012 00:36:23 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
Ugly HedgeHog has four (4) separate FAQs concerning macro-photography and macro lenses. This thread lists them all. They are worth reading, and printing.
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers Concerning Macro
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-36372-1.html
You can receive much support, and have many questions answered on the UHH True Macro-Photography Forum
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.html
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers Concerning Macro
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-36372-1.html
You can receive much support, and have many questions answered on the UHH True Macro-Photography Forum
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/s-102-1.html
Thank you I will check them out. Sorry for the long upload but my service takes forever because we are on satellite
Apr 25, 2012 00:38:18 #
Bill41 wrote:
How long is the tube and what lens are you using?
I have a 18-55mm lens and the tubes are 7mm, 14mm, and 28mm the last picture is with the 28mm extension. Its all one unit and I just have to unscrew the length I want to use
Apr 25, 2012 01:40:37 #
I have the same set .. I wasn't sure if I would use it enough to actually get a true macro lens ... It took me about a month of trial and error to figure it out. Have patience. There is a really tiny area where things come into focus and go out just as fast. I've noticed that if I don't use a lens hood I don't scare the tiny critters as much.
Also if you can't get it in focus try using the zoom just a little bit until it is in focus. After a while it gets much much easier. I'm pretty comfortable with them now...I use all 3 of them together.. on all of my lens'... but I wish I would have spent just a little more and get the ones with auto focus .. even though I don't use AF anymore .. I still like the connection from the lens to the camera to be there.
Also if you can't get it in focus try using the zoom just a little bit until it is in focus. After a while it gets much much easier. I'm pretty comfortable with them now...I use all 3 of them together.. on all of my lens'... but I wish I would have spent just a little more and get the ones with auto focus .. even though I don't use AF anymore .. I still like the connection from the lens to the camera to be there.
Apr 25, 2012 11:38:15 #
photogrl57 wrote:
I have the same set .. I wasn't sure if I would us... (show quote)
Hi Photogrl57, I have noticed the focus area are very limited and I have only played with it for about an hour. I need a better tripod the one I have is cheep and for my pocket camera. This big ol camera is very clumsy on this flimsy pod. I tried to do it without the pod but it way to shaky. :lol: I do OK if the flowers are exactly at the correct level and I can keep it up right but so far everything is on the ground or in a position I can't reach. This weekend should be better our trees are going crazy with blooms right now. I will try again but I think someday I will get a nice real Macro lens, but for now this will do.
Apr 25, 2012 15:59:25 #
Biker_Chic wrote:
br Hi Photogrl57, I have noticed the focus area a... (show quote)
Another thing hun if you are shooting in manual ...if you have a shutter speed of 250 it will allow you to shoot it handheld .... a higher fstop will help to at least f/16 - f/22.
Sometimes it's difficult for me to get the exposure right if I have the f/stop up there so I will then shoot on shutter priority so it keeps the 1/250. Don't give up ... I know I wanted to .. but I kept at it and now it's really super simple. You just have to practice. Hang in there :)
Apr 25, 2012 16:20:20 #
photogrl57 wrote:
quote=Biker_Chic br Hi Photogrl57, I have notice... (show quote)
Thanks I'll keep that in mind. I don't understand all of the manual settings and so I have become pretty proficient at PP using the Auto Settings. My friend just gave me the book Learning your Digital Camera for Dummies.
I really want to learn about what to do in different situations and how different settings affect things, but reading the manual that comes with the camera just leaves me even more confused.
I am a hands on learner so reading it in a manual is not the best way for me, I will keep practicing...what's the cost of digital pictures anyway. :lol: Glad I don't have to use film for my learning curve I'd go broke ;-)
Apr 25, 2012 16:49:40 #
Biker_Chic wrote:
quote=photogrl57 quote=Biker_Chic br Hi Photogr... (show quote)
That's where shutter priority will come in good for you .. the only setting you will have to worry about is the shutter speed and the camera will set the rest for you. It's basically auto on steroids ...it's semi-auto
Apr 25, 2012 17:17:43 #
I love UHH! I bought the same extension tube a few weeks ago and have yet to succeed in being able to get anything in focus. So many good tips here that I am encouraged to keep trying.
Apr 25, 2012 17:18:22 #
Kathiehum wrote:
I love UHH! I bought the same extension tube a few weeks ago and have yet to succeed in being able to get anything in focus. So many good tips here that I am encouraged to keep trying.
Do keep trying it's totally worth the effort
Apr 25, 2012 17:20:15 #
Thanks, I will. BTW, your photos are an inspiration, too. I look forward to your daily postings.
Apr 25, 2012 17:20:45 #
photogrl57 wrote:
Not quite. Full AUTO allows the camera to select all settings, including ISO. When the photographer chooses either Aperture Priority or Shutter Priority, the ISO will not be altered by camera. Either the default ISO 200 is used, or an ISO selected by photographer.That's where shutter priority will come in good for you .. the only setting you will have to worry about is the shutter speed and the camera will set the rest for you. It's basically auto on steroids ...it's semi-auto
Apr 25, 2012 17:26:35 #
Nikonian72 wrote:
quote=photogrl57 That's where shutter priority wi... (show quote)
Correct ... I keep mine set on 100 so I never think about that .. thanks Nikonian :)
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