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Macro: will a small tripod suffice?

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richj20 Forum Pro • Posts: 10,181
Re: Macro: will a small tripod suffice?

Gilbert1 wrote:

richj20 wrote:

3. Matte board with a tripod mounting plate attached putting the camera flat on the ground.

Thank you for your response. What a clever idea of that piece of cardboard. Beautiful photo of that first true leave.

Yes, it's convenient when needed, and slides easily into a backpack. Very quick to take out/photograph/replace in the pack.

I used to use just a piece of cloth on the ground, but not convenient when the ground is not level.

With the board and a few shims, it's easy to level.

I'm glad you like the photo. Here is one with a few more leaves:

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