Comments on: Macro Photography for Beginners – Part 1

By: don reichert

don reichert — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:40:24 +0000

I found that using the filters and tubes a little awkward, I would recommend a macro lens. I bought the Canon MP-E 65 1-5X macro. The only issue with this lens, it is ONLY a macro lens. You can NOT take regular pictures with it, but it will be very close up. it goes upto 5:1, thats 5X more than a normal macro. I also bought the Tamron 90mm Macro lens, it can also be used as a portrait lens.

By: Wiliam K

Wiliam K — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 04:45:01 +0000

I have been taking pictures with DSLR for the last four years. First with a canon 30D and more recently with a canon 7D. I want to take close shots of insects, water, etc. I want to know if what I got (as far lenses go) can be used with additional kits or what should I buy to get good macro.
I have a few lenses
Sigma 10-20mm AF
Canon EFS 18-200mm
Canon EF 100-400mm
a kit with four close-up lens +1, +2, +4, +8
I want some that will magnify it many times over. I will be very appreciative of any suggestion or comment that will help me to choose a good lens. I have been reading about CANON EF 180mm f/3.5 L Macro USM Lens but I don’t know if it will do.

By: JJ

JJ — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 02:12:34 +0000

I currently use a Canon G10. I shot these photos using the built in macro lens of the camera:

http://classicsparklers.wordpress.com/2010/08/16/rock-crystal-quartz/

Do you recommend a better macro lens?

By: Terry

Terry — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 03:46:23 +0000

Amazing macro photography shots that are impressive! I have been playing with macro photography for a few years now and have opted for extension tubes (note – I have a Canon 40D, and a few lenses). Using the tubes allows me to try different lens. I had done several with my 70-200L 4.0 when I had it, and they turned out awesome!! But I’ve sold that and now have the Canon 100-400L. I have yet to put the lens on with the tubes. I hope they don’t bend!

Keep the great advice coming on macro photography, and all other types.

By: whallid

whallid — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 11:43:11 +0000

here’s my share taken with a point and shoot cam ^^

By: DPStudent

DPStudent — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:23:54 +0000

@Sara,

Not sure if it would help, but i have been in similar situation (used Samsung NV100HD) digital compact, and i’m afraid there is no other solution (at least, not that i have found) than just taking the photo from as close as possible.

If the camera starts casting shadow, an additional light source might come in handy. It sounds silly but as help light source i have used my LED keychain (the one you buy in store for a couple of dollars). It does fuss up colors (white balance wise) a bit, but it’s small, and it’s convenient in such occasions. Later just fix color temp. in photoshop elements or any other tool you are using.

Hope it helps

By: Don Reichert

Don Reichert — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:22:13 +0000

Sorry, I meant to say WITHOUT using tubes or convertors.

By: Don Reichert

Don Reichert — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 14:20:48 +0000

I have a question about lenes. Does anyone know of a len with a EOS mount that you can get 2:1 (2X) macro. I know Canon has their MP-E 65mm 1-5X, but the 5:1 is a little overkill, and the lens in only a macro. Was looking for something that could alos be used as a standard lens, but have 2X macro with tubes or teleconvertors. Any help would be great.

By: Glenn72

Glenn72 — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 16:55:16 +0000

Doesn’t seem to be working

http://flic.kr/p/8VVtgk

By: Glenn72

Glenn72 — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 16:54:14 +0000

photo here