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Canon Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT question

Started 11 months ago | Questions thread
John K Veteran Member • Posts: 9,870
Re: Canon Macro Twin Lite MT-26EX-RT question

Larry Cunningham wrote:

I use the twin flash for a specific kind of plant photography, using a technique that was taught to me by an ace naturalist/photographer a few years ago. My goal is to get photos of small plants like tree buds and wildflowers using lighting that throws the background of the photo into almost complete darkness.

Larry

Sorry Larry, but it is called flash fall off and it can be done with any flash. In fact it is really easy -just do not place anything close behind the subject, or expose for the natural light in the background. I call it macro on easy mode because anyone, with any flash, can do it. You do not need a macro twin flash to get dark backgrounds.

Taken with the MT26EX RT:

Notice the black background behind the wasp.

Also taken with the MT26EX RT:

ISO and shutter  set to expose for the natural light in the background.

Same flash, different backgrounds...

Here is an example using an artificial flower to keep the background from being black (so nothing but the flash in this next shot):

No need to be an ace...

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