Macro extension tubes advice/info?
Re: Macro extension tubes advice/info?
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intothedawn wrote:
Thanks guys, great info and samples images! Got a set of tubes on order so will give them a try later today.
I plan to shoot mostly still subjects from a tripod to begin with (plants/mushrooms etc) so I'm guessing I won't need to worry about using a flash unless there's movement or I'm shooting it handheld?
If you plan to shoot mostly static subjects, I guess its fine to just use a tripod. The working distance is VERY small so you may find using a tripod is more difficult than hand holding. One of the great things about using a flash is certainly how it effectively becomes shutter speed and allows hand holding, but flash is also good for lighting. I do actually prefer natural light with flowers, then give some time in post, though I see a lot of flower and especially mushroom shots using flash that are great. I suggest you first try to take some pics of stuff in the house and get a feel for how close the lens needs to be and what shutter speeds you can get away with. Focus also doesnt help much with tubes. Focus by making tiny movements towards and away from subject. Good luck! It can very quickly become addictive.
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