Macro photography is close-up photography. The intention is to get close to small objects and photograph detail. Macro lenses are typically 1:1 ("life size"). What this means is that the image of your subject is relatively the same size in real life. Below are tips for macro photography.
1. The first thing you will want to do is research the type of equipment you want. Experiment using the following: a macro filter, close-up lens, a telephoto extender, or a bellows attachment. For those of you just beginning, you may just want to invest in a macro filter.
2. In macro photography, it is important to know that the depth of field is different. Choose a high f-stop number such as an F16 or F22 (small aperture). Most of what is in the background will not be in focus.
3. When you are focusing in on your subject, be very careful, because many times the part you want in focus will end up being blurry. Unless you are shooting under bright lighting conditions, you will end up using a slow shutter speed.
4. Lighting your subject is critical and must be taken into consideration. Since your camera will be very close to your subject, keep in mind that you must have light between the lens and your subject. It may be worthwhile to invest in a ring flash.
5. High film speeds will allow you to increase your shutter speed, since you will be using a slow shutter speed. It is recommended to stay at ISO200 or lower.
6. Experiment with a number of different subjects. Play with shape and texture. Do not forget about composition, and color in your background.
You can experiment with light balance, use a diffuser, or use a tripod. Take your time with macro photography, and always have fun. Flowers and bugs are great subjects.
1. The first thing you will want to do is research the type of equipment you want. Experiment using the following: a macro filter, close-up lens, a telephoto extender, or a bellows attachment. For those of you just beginning, you may just want to invest in a macro filter.
2. In macro photography, it is important to know that the depth of field is different. Choose a high f-stop number such as an F16 or F22 (small aperture). Most of what is in the background will not be in focus.
3. When you are focusing in on your subject, be very careful, because many times the part you want in focus will end up being blurry. Unless you are shooting under bright lighting conditions, you will end up using a slow shutter speed.
4. Lighting your subject is critical and must be taken into consideration. Since your camera will be very close to your subject, keep in mind that you must have light between the lens and your subject. It may be worthwhile to invest in a ring flash.
5. High film speeds will allow you to increase your shutter speed, since you will be using a slow shutter speed. It is recommended to stay at ISO200 or lower.
6. Experiment with a number of different subjects. Play with shape and texture. Do not forget about composition, and color in your background.
You can experiment with light balance, use a diffuser, or use a tripod. Take your time with macro photography, and always have fun. Flowers and bugs are great subjects.
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