BetterPhoto Q&A: Macro Photography Tip

Looking for macro photography flowers tips? Do you like to take close up pictures? Take a look at this discussion and this helpful article by Tony Sweet: Fine Art Flower Photography: Creative Techniques. Or consider taking Kerry Drager's Details and Close-ups online photography course.

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  Capabilities of Macro lenses
I'm thinking of purchasing a 100mm macro lens. In addition to close-up photos, can a macro be used for any other types of shots?Rob Warwick...
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August 26, 2010
 
  Macro Photography
I'm thinking of buying a Canon EF 50mm f/2.5 compact macro lens for my Rebel. Two questions: Is this a quality lens; and, is a Canon Extension Tube EF25 II compatible?Thanks for any help.Rob...
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January 29, 2010
 
  Macro Equipment
What is better: a macro lens or diopter close-up attachment? I would like to get into macro photography more. ...
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February 04, 2010
 
  Macro Lenses
Hi,I really like shooting macro photos. I have a Canon 50mm f/2.5 compact macro lens and I really like it ... but I would like to get even more magnification. Does anyone have any suggestions? Th...
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November 28, 2009
 
  Macro Photography: Extension Tubes
I have the Nikon D50 and have the Sigma 105mm 2.8 DG macro lens. I would like to buy a extension tube for it. I want to get even closer than I am now on details and insects. Can anyone help me on w...
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May 23, 2008
 
  What Lens Is Best to Capture Human Iris?
I need to get equipment that will give high resolution when capturing the human iris ... so that I can see the Iris structure. Any suggestions? Thanks!...
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April 15, 2008
 
  Telephoto Lens Vs. Macro Lens
Hi,I would like to purchase a lens for my camera. Can you please fill me in on the difference between a macro and telephoto lens? Thanks so much! =)...
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December 19, 2008
 
  Macro Lens Vs. Zoom's Macro Setting
I notice a reference in the zoom lens specs for a "Macro setting" mode. Does anyone know what macro setting they are referring to? I am thinking of buying a Sigma 105mm macro lens but don't re...
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November 23, 2007
 
  Extension Tubes and Focusing Distance
This is for digital and film. When I want to get really close, but without a lens practically touching, (ex. flower petal), do I need an extension tube, or a costly macro lens to focus close, but f...
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February 28, 2024
 
  Sigma 150 Macro vs. Sigma 180 Macro
I currently shoot with Canon EOS 20 D and Canon EOS 5D. Id am considering obtaining a macro lens - either the Sigma 150/F2.8 or the Sigma 180/F3.5. From best I can determine, the 180 is a slightly...
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February 07, 2007
 
  Camera Support for Macro Photography
So I am going to start taking macro pictures and am curious if I use natural light, do I need to use a tripod or monopod? I want very crisp photos. Do they make real small monopods? Some of my p...
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January 01, 2007
 
  Micro Lens Vs. Macro Lens
Is a macro lens the same thing as a micro lens? In your discussions the terms are randomly thrown around and I don't know the difference. Something I have never gotten into until looking at a...
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December 20, 2006
 
  Which Macro Lens Should I Buy?
Please could someone advise me on the best macro to use for photos of flowers and small things in nature? Is "longer" better? ...
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January 01, 2007
 
  Lighting for Tabletop Macro Photography
I would appreciate some ideas on inexpensive lighting for a homemade tabletop studio for macro photography. ...
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June 26, 2006
 
  Macro/Portrait Lens Question
I am looking for a macro and portrait lens. It is between the 60mm or 105mm Micro-Nikkor lenses. Which is better for portraits, and what is better for macro? Also, if I used the 60mm to photogra...
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June 17, 2006
 
  Butterfly Photography
I haven't done much nature photography (mostly portrait) and I havent a clue what lens would be good for shooting butterflies. I have a Digital Rebel. I would be grateful for any sugestions on...
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June 06, 2006
 
  Macro... What Is It?
Does anybody know what macro is? I looked in the user's guide for my camera, and it didn't have anything in there about it. Thanks....
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May 07, 2006
 
  Buying Tripod for Macro Photography
I am looking for a tripod that is relatively lightweight and compact that I can use for travel. I would like to use it for macro photography and have the capability of going low to the ground. I ...
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February 08, 2024
 
  Macro Lens Vs. Extension Tubes
I have a Digital Rebel and I am interested in getting into macro. Now, in class my teacher suggested that before buying all the macro lenses I wanted, that I should try out extension tubes and dio...
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March 23, 2006
 
  Extension Tubes Vs. Macro Lenses
I'd like to have the capability of shooting close-ups and would like to know if extension tubes are as good as using a macro lens. Any advice is appreciated. Thank you....
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January 23, 2006