Nov 1, 2015 | California Nature Photography, California Wildlife Photography, Macro and Close-Up Photography, News
Sometimes, small is mighty. As in macro or close-up photography. First of all, if you are truly a macro shooter then look on your lens and if it says 1:1 then it is a macro lens, if it does not say 1:1 then it is not a true macro lens. It doesn’t mean you can’t shoot macro. Some cameras have a mode for macro such as my Canon G12. I use a Canon 100mm 1:1 lens. It is not an easy life as a 1:1 macro photography. To the average viewer it may look great. But, to the competitive eye it so so tough to get a great shot with a macro lens. So, I use a Canon 24-70 lens for close up and it does a great job at least for me. I guess it depends on what you want to convey to the viewer. For me, I don’t care what lens I use as long as the impact and sharpness is present. A story would help too. Take my advice to the bank, I have been there done that. Destructive Beauty This little guy was a great actor. He or she was all over the place. Again, patience and anticipation played a role in this award wining photo. Hover Fly Yep Hover Fly is the name of this critter. They look a little like a Yellow Jacket. They are harmless and sometimes you see them hovering in the air. This fly is no bigger than a dime. Was it shot with a macro lens or something else. I will never tell. Let me know what you...
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