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Bumble bee using macro lens with side mounted flash
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Aug 24, 2015 09:14:28   #
boberic Loc: Quiet Corner, Connecticut. Ex long Islander
 
DenDiMarco wrote:
While practicing with my macro lens and side mounted flash, I caught this bumble bee in a pretty good pose on an interesting flower. Location was Boundary Creek Park in Moorestown, NJ. Canon EOS 7D Mark II, Canon 100mm F2.8 macro lens, Manual exposure, Shutter Speed: 1/1250 sec, F11 for increased depth of field, ISO: 200, spot metering, side mounted flash, flash at -2 (1/4 brightness)

Distance was 1.5-2 feet.

I was experimenting with settings and this worked pretty well.

I'd say the download is worth it for the extra detail!
While practicing with my macro lens and side mount... (show quote)


One word WOW

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Aug 24, 2015 09:16:35   #
DenDiMarco Loc: Turnersville, NJ
 
dpullum wrote:


Those photons are unique to the individual, and not same ones that the person next to them senses... just meant for you a gift from a star.


DP, your appreciation of our universe is a beautiful one!

Den

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Aug 24, 2015 09:31:32   #
DenDiMarco Loc: Turnersville, NJ
 
boberic wrote:
One word WOW


Thanks for the wonderful word, Bob!

Den

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Aug 24, 2015 10:42:04   #
denoferth Loc: Portsmouth, NH
 
DenDiMarco wrote:
Thanks, Den.

I didn't cover the flash with its built in diffuser. Is that recommended for a macro shot?

If so, I want to keep that in mind for the next time.

Den


I'm no expert so the only way I'd be able to tell the difference would be to see the shot taken with the diffuser on and then off. I've used them to break harsh shadows in technical shots of equipment and for "romantic" shots. I'm sure there are much more qualified people on this list who can give you more detailed advice. I've been trying all summer to get a reasonably presentable flying shot of one with no success. Lots of out of focus stuff but nothing worth showing so I envy you. Great job.

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Aug 24, 2015 11:24:52   #
DenDiMarco Loc: Turnersville, NJ
 
denoferth wrote:
I'm no expert so the only way I'd be able to tell the difference would be to see the shot taken with the diffuser on and then off. I've used them to break harsh shadows in technical shots of equipment and for "romantic" shots. I'm sure there are much more qualified people on this list who can give you more detailed advice. I've been trying all summer to get a reasonably presentable flying shot of one with no success. Lots of out of focus stuff but nothing worth showing so I envy you. Great job.
I'm no expert so the only way I'd be able to tell ... (show quote)


Den, my limited understanding of diffused light is this: You should use it when you want to hide details, like wrinkles or to soften sharply defined shadows.

But if you want to emphasize details or textures, like with bird feathers, hair, fur, etc., then you should not use a diffuser.

So now that I've said that, I guess it makes sense not to use a diffuser for this furry bumble bee.

Thanks for posing the question and getting me to think about it!

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Sep 7, 2015 14:53:46   #
carlysue Loc: Columbus
 
That download is one big Wowser!! Wonderful sharp detail, bright colors, great impact!

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Sep 7, 2015 15:41:20   #
DenDiMarco Loc: Turnersville, NJ
 
carlysue wrote:
That download is one big Wowser!! Wonderful sharp detail, bright colors, great impact!


Thanks, Carly Sue!

Den

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