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R7 and Macro

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Re: R7 and Macro
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Marceppy wrote:

Hi Folks,

I am thinking about upgrading from a DSLR to a R7 for macro work. Ive been reading lots of threads about the R7 - mostly used for sports or birding. The issues seem to be more with fast moving subjects and the ES and EFCS (rolling shutter), noisy mechanical shutter and vibration. One application I plan on will be with LED lighting indoors (flash not available with EFCS). However, one of the cons noted was banding with artificial lights. So, I curious if anyone has had experience with LED lights and the R7 or other R bodies and EFCS. Thanks!

The R7 is my dedicated macro camera.  I keep the RF 100 f/2.8L pretty much “permanently” attached, and I use LEDs the majority of the time because I like to use the Focus Bracketing feature (it’s eShutter only).

Most portable LED panels that are made for photography and video don’t flicker (check to be sure though).  I really like the Aputure Amaran AL-F7 LEDs.  Very powerful with continuously variable output and color.  I also just bought the Comer Radiance 360  LED.  It’s even more powerful, but a little smaller in surface area.  Both purchased from B&H.

Here’s a picture of the Aputures…

Bracket from FleaBay.

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