Macro Shots.....

[osmbr]

What cameras do you guys recommend for good macro shots like real up close pics ????

what kind of lens, what camera model, thanks.

its fusturating trying to find a camera i want that will give good detailed pics:wall: :wall: :wall:

 

[TarantulaFanBoy]

DSLR cameras are very nice for all types of Photography including macro shots. But they can run on the expensive side. Regular Digital cameras are nice as well but from my experience there macro mode is lacking a bit. It all depends. You can pick up a nice entry model DSLR camera for about $530. And if you really wanna get nice shots pick up a special macro type lens as well. But then were talking thousands

 

[osmbr]

wow, i just want a nice dslr like a d50 nikon i think it was called with a pretty good macro lens. what kind of cams are you guys using???

 

[presurcukr]

I use a Kodak DX6490 it has a nice macro feature

http://www.arachnoboards.com/ab/showthread.php?t=162249

 

[presurcukr]

yes that is an ant in the uper right !

 

[TarantulaFanBoy]

I use a Canon EOS Rebel t1i With a 18-55mm IS lens. Although i do want to get a nice Macro lens for closeups of T's

 

[x Mr Awesome x]

These are not awesome but they were taken on my 3 year old canon SD630 which is a cheap point and shoot. I'm surprised out how high the quality is for what is taking the pics. Learn your camera would be my best advice for guys like me on a budget.

-ben

 

[maitre]

A dSLR with a decent macro lens will run you between CAD$1250 -1500, and that's if you get the entry level cameras. The macro lenses, depending on focal length, will be around $600-1000.

My d300 cost me $2200 w tax. I want the 105VRmicro but it's $1000 I don't have at the moment. You can try going on ebay to buy cheapo extension tubes that are $8 for a set to convert any lens into a macro lens.

If you take that route, you can get an entry level body (~$500) + the 50/1.8 ($100-150 depending on make) + extension tubes $8 for a cheapo macro set up. You'll want to use a flash or a really bright light though cuz you gotta close down the aperture to at least f8 to get some decent DOF.

If this confuses you, you can always get an advanced level P&S like the canon G10/11 (whatever # it is now) with macro built right in. Those small sensors allow macro shooting whereas the larger sensors in the dSLRS's don't.

 

[osmbr]

wow im not spending 2200 haha but i bet you get good pics with it haha. i was looking more in the 300-400 range. you got any good shots you took with that 2200 dollar cam??

 

[maitre]

wow im not spending 2200 haha but i bet you get good pics with it haha. i was looking more in the 300-400 range. you got any good shots you took with that 2200 dollar cam??

I mainly shoot portraits and fashion. My digital kit isn't even expensive.. my film leica kit is worth more than all my digital gear + computers combined.

Here's a couple of my gf:

I like this one a lot.. we were catching cray fish and frogs

I'll upload some newer work tomorrow if you wanna see more. I have some t pics I'll upload as well that I shot with extension tubes. I want that 105micro!

 

[TalonAWD]

I want the Eos 450D rebel XSi dslr camera. I also want a 100mm Macro lens. I hope to get this soon.
For now I use the a Sony 5MP camera which is a point and shoot and seriously outdated (to me)
Heres a really good shot I took of my L. parahybana. It has its moments!

 

[TarantulaFanBoy]

These are not awesome but they were taken on my 3 year old canon SD630 which is a cheap point and shoot. I'm surprised out how high the quality is for what is taking the pics. Learn your camera would be my best advice for guys like me on a budget.

-ben

Wow those are very nice shots. Especially with a point and shoot You do bring up a good point though as well. Its not only the camera, its also about your ability to USE it properly. I guess theres no use saving money for a nice fancy camera and not knowing how to use macro mode or the right lighting and distance for a good shot now is it. ;P

 

[maitre]

Here's some more.. had it on my facebook

This was shot w my lil bro's Canon G7

These were shot with the D300, 50/1.8, ebay extension tubes, SB800 flash. You can really see a difference in resolving powder with the dSLR

Flash wasn't used in this shot, I used my fenix P3D flashlight instead. This image looks muggy cuz it was shot through the plastic cube..

 

[TarantulaFanBoy]

wow im not spending 2200 haha but i bet you get good pics with it haha. i was looking more in the 300-400 range. you got any good shots you took with that 2200 dollar cam??

My recommendation is to just do your research. Look at the Manufacturers websites ( Canon Nikon Sony ) Etc. And browse what cameras they have in your price range. Also go to youtube and look at reviews People like cameralabs and Digitalrev often do reviews on new models Expensive and Cheap. And they are the REAL experts they will let you know if a camera is worth buying or just acting better than it really is. If your budget is between 300-400 Dollars i would say just save up the extra 100 dollars and get an entry level DSLR. Its way worth it and alot of the Entry level ones like the Nikon d3000 are Beginner friendly for those new to the DSLR world of cameras. And if you do decide to buy a DSLR then look on the internet on how to use it, Read the owners Manual etc. So you know how to use the macro mode and other features of them.

 

[maitre]

dSLR's don't come with a macro mode. You need to buy a macro lens capable of producing an image close-to or greater-than the real size on the sensor. In laymans terms: a lens with a very small minimum focusing distance allowing you to focus closer to the subject.

I'd just spend a bit more and get an entry level dSLR. The image quality jump from P&S to dSLRS is quite large so you'll be pleasantly surprised.

If you are super tight on your budget, get whatever you can afford and forget about it. It's your eye that counts anyway. A camera without a photographer will just sit on a table doing nothing.

 

[Talkenlate04]

Gotta love the macro lenses.
I agree save up for an entry level dslr. You won't regret it.

 

[Nerri1029]

Gotta love the macro lenses.
I agree save up for an entry level dslr. You won't regret it.

HOWEVER, I did really like my Fuji Superzoom

I agree. I just made the switch last spring.
Lots to learn but NOT regretting it AT ALL.

Shot this one with a reversed 50mm

This one is with my 28-90mm Zoom with Macro.

still LOTS to learn.

Tarcan ( of Tarantula Canada ) has some serious skills with Macro.

 

[maitre]

I agree. I just made the switch last spring.
Lots to learn but NOT regretting it AT ALL.

Shot this one with a reversed 50mm

Does your reversing ring communicate with the camera? I'm thinking of grabbing a reversing ring too but not sure what type.

I have the eBay extension tubes ($8CAD inc. shipping lol) and they're decent but difficult to use.

 

[Nerri1029]

Does your reversing ring communicate with the camera? I'm thinking of grabbing a reversing ring too but not sure what type.

I have the eBay extension tubes ($8CAD inc. shipping lol) and they're decent but difficult to use.

No a reversing ring makes you go full manual on your camera.
So if you've never used an SLR or DSLR on manual before it will take some trial and error.

BUT with digital it costs $0 to practice

 

[maitre]

No a reversing ring makes you go full manual on your camera.
So if you've never used an SLR or DSLR on manual before it will take some trial and error.

BUT with digital it costs $0 to practice

I read on wiki that there are reversing rings that commicate with the camera so it will still stop down when you take the shot and open up when focusing.

I shot manual film cameras for many years before I picked up my dSLR so I know all about manual focus and manual exposure