I took this photo using my Nikon D70 with the 18-70mm Nikkor lens and the macro function on the camera. The lens has served me quite well over the past 6 or so years but I would love to learn to use this camera to it’s maximum potential, perhaps even read the manual and take a class or two on basic photography. For now I don’t have time to invest into either, so I’m looking for quick info. Anyone know of a good, relatively inexpensive macro lens for this camera? Nothing fancy, just something to dip my toes into the world of macro photography.
Let me know and I hope you’re enjoying a less wet version of a weekend than we are!
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Nope. Sorry – but what a photo! GORGEOUS! Look at the raindrops on the petals and the pattern in the center. Nature is perfect.
I used to work in a camera store back before kids so I know a little about macro. Lots has changed now that we have digital but with SLRs it is basically still the same.
True macro lenses are expensive but you can get lens filters that do an okay job. They are like magnifiers that screw on to the front of the lens.
The key with macro photography is to use a tripod to keep your camera steady. You need to use a small aperture to get the best depth of field and that also cuts down on available light through the lens and makes exposure times longer (shutter speed). Because of the long shutter speeds you will get blurriness caused by camera movement or subject movement if you don’t use a tripod and block any wind on your subject.
This overcast weather we’ve been having is perfect for flower photos. The soft diffused light makes the details and colors pop.
Can’t wait to see what else you capture.
Check out The Pioneer Woman’s website, the section on photography.
http://thepioneerwoman.com/photography/
She has lots of tutorials and basic information you may find helpful.
I have such a wimpy camera. I need to upgrade one of these days.
The key with macro photography is to use a tripod to keep your camera steady. You need to use a small aperture to get the best depth of field and that also cuts down on available light through the lens and makes exposure times longer (shutter speed). Because of the long shutter speeds you will get blurriness caused by camera movement or subject movement if you don’t use a tripod and block any wind on your subject.
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