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A neighbour of mine is a highly talented photographer, and - still in the days of analogue photography / slides - my wife and I were invited to his house in the evening. He showed us some slides projected onto a screen which consisted of macro photographs of a single bloom of a red amaryllis : they were ASTOUNDINGLY BEAUTIFUL, and he used music to accentuate the impact of the individual images !!! His equipment was from Leica and it was possible to see even the microscopically tiny hairs of the flower on what looked like a bright red ski slope. Truly very impressive !!!

@d.k.1394

11 ай бұрын

Sounds lovely

Good advice and pretty much how I shoot. The only thing I would add is that a high megapixel camera will enable the user to crop in more and therefore shoot from further away. This helps with depth of field, working distance and enables the use of autofocus in many cases. I have shot with 12 MP, 24MP and 42MP cameras and all are ok but the 42 MP does have advantages. Having said that, I got great results even with the 12MP camera.

@mikesmith3235

Жыл бұрын

Great advice - I used to get obsessed with getting super close but with enough pixels you can lay off back a bit and just crop away which helps a bunch of things as you say👌

@nostalgiatime0

Жыл бұрын

Don't shoot the insects💀!

@d.k.1394

11 ай бұрын

All you said is sooo true

thanx much Michael, doing something different, I do lots of street & urban photography, now I'm dipping my toe in macro photography, and you gave me a good starting point!

Thank you Micael for your tips on the macro. Once again, compact cameras are forgotten. Next to my Nikon D500 used for landscapes or birds, I persist in using a simple, affordable and very powerful compact camera Olympus TG-5 (TG-6 is the latest version). I know my review will arouse the skepticism of readers who claim that a $450 compact with a built-in lens cannot produce the image quality of more sophisticated DSLR or mirrorless cameras with expensive lenses and accessories. And yet, it is the opposite! Here is. My hiking buddies and I have been sharing our photos of flowers, mushrooms and insects for a few years. One uses a Nikon D500 + AF-S VR Micro-NIKKOR 105mm f/2.8G IF-ED lens and the other a Nikon D4S + AF-S Micro Nikkor 60mm f/2.8G ED lens. Despite their equipment and their long experience, they are unable to capture the ocular facets of a weevil (Anthonomus quadrigibbus) for example) as I do with this Olympus. And the depth of field? And the focus? Here are the benefits I've noted of this compact aptly marketed as a "macro machine". Depth of field. The small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) BSI-CMOS sensor of this Olympus generates a much greater depth of field than the Nikons of my friends. And this, even if they use a low aperture. Photos with the Olympus give a wider depth of field although generally captured between f/2.8 and f/5.6. Processor. At the heart of the TG-5 and TG-6 is the same high-end TruePic VIII processor also nestled in the Olympus OMD EM1 Mk II (body only costs €1500). Focus peaking. To perfect manual focus, a highlight is displayed on the sharpest areas of the image. Focus stacking. Focus stacking performs very well even without a tripod, just leaning against the ground or a tree. The precision and depth of field obtained are astonishing even at 1/30 sec. Macro lens. The macro lens is actually the one already integrated into the body. Its range is 25-100mm (35mm equivalent) for f/2.0 - f/4.9. Working distance. My argument will differ from most photographers. I prefer a lens that has the shortest working distance. Thus, the Olympus TG-5 allows a 1 cm approach to the lens. Many insects are not shy and tolerate such closeness. For the the most fearful, with patience, they can also be captured very closely. For this, I start my shots at a good distance then I approach very gradually and I pose, approach, pose and approach again. Sometimes the subject flies away, but often it stops moving again and tolerates me more. To this end, I remember this maxim: "The subject must be given time to get used to our presence." Magnification. Along with optical magnification, sensor and subject size, keeping the working distance as short as possible is essential in the equation if you want to capture detailed shots of very small subjects. The Olympus TG-5 and TG-6 have the highest magnification rate of any camera currently available on the market. Auxiliary lighting. A flash diffuser attached to the perimeter of the lens (ring shape) provides a soft and uniform light and will reduce exposure time, therefore camera shake. Olympus FD-1 at €55. Video. In addition to shooting in 4K, a slow motion mode allows you to shoot in HD definition at 240 frames per second (720p). The beatings of insect wings are then tasty. I avoid 480 frames per second, which is a bit noisy. Maneuverability. In addition to its small body, the small size of the Olympus is due to the reduced and non-protruding lens diameter and by the absence of windscreen, extension ring and other accessories. Many times, I was able to take pictures in places too cramped for the bulky cameras of my friends. Quality/price/performance. A well-kept secret for some, merits shunned by others, this rudimentary-looking compact proves to be one of the most efficient for macro photography. May I send you some pics to prove it? Cheers.

Great refresher course. Thanks Micael

Thank you Micael. Very much appreciated.

Down to earth practical tutorial explained in a very relaxing mode. Thank you Micael.

Thank you Micael, your videos helps me a lot with my experience of macro photos !

Thankyou Micael for this video and the focusing tip! I was getting down but just makes me try harder.

Thank you for this video! I really appreciate all the information. I saw it from start to end. Thank you!!!

Great tips! Thanks. I found setting the iso to auto and knowing the strength of my flash works well to see the subject in the view finder and get low iso images

Thank you for all this advice, I could listen to you all day. A great video about Macro, I will definately be watching more of your videos x💕

Great tips (not just for beginners). Thanks Micael.

You are the best! Very useful tips and i got laowa lens as per your recommendation and it is amazing. Thank you and keep up the good work Micael.

Thanks a lot for explaining the macro in very simple and practicable way.

Thank you Micael.

Thanks so much for this video. As many others have said in the comments, I too am familar with "regular" photography but was looking for some good advice on how to get started with macro photography. Well done!

Awesome overview! I have been wanting to try macro but wasnt sure how to go about it. Now I have a place to start! Thank you for sharing!

I got the meike 320 as you recommended and I like it.

Thank you for explaining macro photography for beginners. Many years ago, I was big into photography when digital photography was non existent. Getting the itch again and want to get back into it. Lately, I've been fascinated with fungi macro photography. It's like another world. I already have my Fujifilm XT-3 and just need a macro lens. Subscribed!

@MicaelWidell

7 ай бұрын

Great to hear!

Thank you. I enjoy greatly watching your lecture on Macro Photography.

Absolutely great video. Your calm and nice way of talking and your positive charisma made it easy to follow these essential tips. It helped a ton. Thank you so much 🤘🏼

Thank you Michael!

Great video, your video's from a few years ago helped me get into macro photography. I stopped for the last 18 months and am now getting back into it, so this was a great refresher video and I learnt a few new things too, especially around aperture as I would tend to stick to F10 for most of my shots with the Lawoa 100mm x2 lens

Thanks Micael, very interesting video with lots of tips. Would like to get into this aspect of photography. Definitely will be checking out your other videos.

Excellent. I’m just starting macro photography and this is a great starting point. Thank you.

Fantastic video thank you 😊

Brilliant advice. Thank you for sharing your tips on Macro photography. Much appreciated 👍

I consider myself "experienced" as a photographer but not in macro. I can say this whole videos echoes my thoughts on macro and also a wonderful, easy to digest instruction into the discipline. Thanks much for the video and taking the time to explain why you don't need to spend a million dollars to get into another style.

I started with regular photography about a year ago and tried a closeup shot here and there but never studied macro. Thank you so much for this video! I'm not sure what shooting I will do but I came away with a great understanding of the basics. Thanks again!!

If you are thinking about buying extension tubes, be careful with cheap versions. I had a cheap set that the little pins that facilitate communication between lens and camera stuck and didn't move as easily as they should. I didn't know this and when I put the extension tube on my camera, the little pins broke the contacts on the lens mount on the body. So, I don't recommend going very cheap on these and I definitely recommend checking to make sure the pins move freely before putting the tube on your camera.

@michaelkramer4741

15 күн бұрын

JC - if you have any inlination at all, just buy the lens

This was an amazing lesson, thank you so much 😊

Fabulous video, something that has always been on my bucket list but never attempted until now

Good advice. Thank you

Thankyou soo much ! Just starting with macro photography

Very helpful - will be good to use the info with my Olympus em5.3 + 60mm lens - thanks

Excellent tips. Thank you.

Very detaied and simply explained video. Thank you!

I'm just starting out in macro photography and found this video very helpful. Thank you!

Thank you for sharing this wonderful presentation👍🏻

Great tips! Thanks

Thanks so much Micael. An excellent overview. I particularly appreciated your tips on settings and tripods. I have a lot of trouble keeping a lens steady (big clunky DSLR) so I'll practice more as suggested and hopefully my flash will compensate. Only challenge then will be using hi-speed drive and not 'burning' out my flash. I'm hoping that with 1/16th power that my recycle times won't be an issue. Something to be said for caterpillars At least they don't fly away :-) Thanks again, very well done!

Thank you. Cool easy advice.

Excellent advice. Many thanks.

Thank you❤

Thank you sir. Only getting into macro now that I have the necessary tools. and knowledge 👍📯 I prefer photographing objects, angles and structures; from small to large, inside and outside the household, with special attention to constant lighting the subject. Keep on going Micael!

Great video for beginners. Clear, step by step and in very nice manner. Thank you very much!

Simply superb!❤

Thank you for giving helpful info without being a snob about hardware

Every fall I think about giving macro a serious try then don’t. Going to try harder this fall (fungi). This video was great and changed my thinking on several points. Thanks! Subscribed and looking forward to going through your other vids.

What a fantastic video. Thank you for putting it together. 👍🏻🙂

I love your channel - so helpful.

I started doing macro about a year ago with some luck your videos have helped. I got extension tubes with no electronic on it so you can’t use a new lens because you can’t set your aperture. I have an old Pentax 50mm 1.4 and got a reverse mount for it.

Your experiment showing how an extension tube works was amazing. I always wondered how extension tubes were so cheap but your experiment showed me how simple they are and why you lose so much light when using them.

I'm an experienced photographer but a complete newbie when it comes to macro work. I found your video very helpful so thanks very much for taking the time to make it!

amazing tips, thank you so much!

thanks for the good info! especially regarding flash and diffuser. I own an Olympus camera with 60mm macro lens and I have just attacked the macro 250 to it and works very well. Now I need to invest in a flash and diffuser. Your video helps to know what I need. Appreciated!

@MicaelWidell I bought a Macro lens and I was getting frustrated. But after watching your video, I now understand it and having fun now. You have a new Subscriber, Thanks!

@MicaelWidell

2 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

Awesome. Thank you for making this video

Thank you, very helpful

Been into macro photography for a few years now but always find it good to get back to basics every now and again just to pick up one or two tips that may have been forgotten - a very clear and well presented tutorial there Micael. 👍

@MicaelWidell

2 жыл бұрын

Happy you like it 🙂

Thank you for the great and very helpful tips 🙏

I commend you for this excellent presentation! Outstanding tips!

Brill vid, and thanks. I got a sony A6000 with the 16-50mm kit lens, I bought two AF extension tubes 16 mm and 10mm, £10. I had problems with the depth of field , and you explained it perfectly.👍👍👍 BTW a better flash than the Meike MK 320, is the Godox TT 350. it's just as small as the meike 320. It has a GN of 35. full range of head movement, including backwards. Sync up to 1/8000. TTL/Manual/Multi. each mode can be used as a master or slave. It has a deffuser protector cap and the normal pull out deffuser/white bounce card on the flash head. At this present time on Amazon UK, the Godox is cheaper than the Meike. Again a brill and I'm subscribed 👍😊

Thank you so much for this video. I bought a macro lens about 3 years ago without much of a clue how to use it. After some miserable attempts it ended up in a drawer. After watching your video I hauled it out along with my speed light and used some of your tips. Results, while not perfect, have certainly got me hooked on this type of photography and photography in general now I have a base that I can work from to improve. Thanks again.

Very informative. Thank you.

Professional. Thanks man very useful tutorial 🙏🙏🙏

Great tutorial, thank you!

Thank you for your video

Your speed of light comparison was so great

Good explanation ! Subscribed 🎉...looking forward to test it

this tutorial is very helpful and useful. thank you for sharing your knowledge about macro photography.

Excellent video, simple but very useful tips!

Great video! Thank you!

Appreciate your beautiful way to educate the beginners 👍😊❤

Very informative video, thanks for that. Now time for practice

good stuff! Very helpful. Thank you

Great video. You explain it all very nicely and easy to understand. New subscriber here 👌 I love macro and agree completely about being patient and just take lots of photos but check before leaving. Last time the bees was only at each flower one or two seconds. I newer seen that before. Trysil, Norway. But then I anticipated one specific flower to be visited multiple times, so I could just wait there for a while and see if I got lucky. Great fun.

Very helpful to have everything in one place!

Excellent video and content, thank you!

Super video, Micael! I'm not a raw beginner, but I learned so much from watching this. In fact, I learn a lot from watching every one of your videos! Thanks for your hard work on these, and keep 'em coming!

@MicaelWidell

2 жыл бұрын

Happy you like the videos :)

Good stuff! I have recently tried animal Eye AF in R5 using macro lens. Surprisingly it works like a magic lol. I did not have to use manual focus and used animal AF and tracked small insects with precise focus. I almost felt like I am shooting a big animal. lol.

Excellent tutorial

Awesome video, thank you for sharing! Really interested in getting into Macro photography and this was a great introduction. I subscribed to your channel and looking forward to watching all of your other videos! Best

@MicaelWidell

Ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

thank you very much for your good tips

Thank you. You are a very knowledge and humble man. I am sure insects like you.

I have been looking for such a great easy and comprehensive video. After hours and hours of searching, this is by far the best. Thank you so much!

@MicaelWidell

Жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that!

Very fine and gentle way of talking. It is a happy experience listening to you... Thanks and congrats.

Very useful tips. Thanks! Do you have any advice on macro videography.

Absolutely loving your channel, your lessons are great and your photographs an real inspiration. Thank you🙂 (have just purchased a LOAWA 100mm macro 😃)

@MicaelWidell

2 ай бұрын

thank you! 😊

My husband and I watched this together Friday night. It was both instructive and entertaining. I especially enjoyed your section about what was weird with macro photography. By the way most of the bugs that stay still for you tend to be predators: tiger flies, ladybugs, spiders, ambush bugs, and so forth. Or they have really good defenses-stink bugs are slow, but no other bug in its right mind would ever wish to eat it. 🤢

Really helpful, thanks.

Helpful. Thank you!

You're the best, thanks!

Very nice video. Thanks

Another great video. Thanks Michael !!

@MicaelWidell

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thanks for awesome tips, subscribed.

Hi, thx for this helpfull tips, i started with an MFT Lumix DMC 80, Zoom 45-150 mm F5,6 and Raynox DCR 250, with your tips i got great shots, the only thing with my flash the Meike MK320 i must set very often to 1/ 128 for good exposure Pictures with an F8/9 ans SS from 1/80

Gread idea for this video! Thanks