Macro Shot Monday

[GThompson]

Please excuse all the dust in these shots...my diamond goby decided this was the perfect time to stir up a big sandstorm while I'm shooting photos...

I’m looking at trying macro, so a little help on what lense your using would be appreciated. I’ve been looking at a 100 mm Canon lense. But the pictures you posted are what I’m hoping for. They’re fantastic

 

[SuncrestReef]

I’m looking at trying macro, so a little help on what lense your using would be appreciated. I’ve been looking at a 100 mm Canon lense. But the pictures you posted are what I’m hoping for. They’re fantastic

I'm using a Nikon 200mm f/4 macro lens on a Nikon D610 DSLR. I posted about this lens here: https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/new-macro-lens.437478/#post-5094821

While my 200mm is an amazing lens, it's not entirely practical for coral photography due to its size and focus distance. This lens needs to be at least 10" away from the subject to be in focus. This makes it really awkward for top-down photography and I had to custom order a really long top down portal to be able to get shots of any corals near the water surface, and I need to stand a on small ladder to be in position with my tank height.

You should be fine with the Canon 100mm. The key thing is to be sure you know how to use your camera in manual shooting mode, use a tripod, and a wireless shutter release if possible so you eliminate any vibration. I also shoot with a really small aperture to maximize depth of field.

 

[GThompson]

I'm using a Nikon 200mm f/4 macro lens on a Nikon D610 DSLR. I posted about this lens here: https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/new-macro-lens.437478/#post-5094821

While my 200mm is an amazing lens, it's not entirely practical for coral photography due to its size and focus distance. This lens needs to be at least 10" away from the subject to be in focus. This makes it really awkward for top-down photography and I had to custom order a really long top down portal to be able to get shots of any corals near the water surface, and I need to stand a on small ladder to be in position with my tank height.

You should be fine with the Canon 100mm. The key thing is to be sure you know how to use your camera in manual shooting mode, use a tripod, and a wireless shutter release if possible so you eliminate any vibration. I also shoot with a really small aperture to maximize depth of field.

Thanks for the great info The camera hanging over the tank looks terrifying ( lol). I was wondering if you were using a tube, now I know. A lense and a tube are on my list of wants now. Thanks again

 

[SuncrestReef]

Thanks for the great info The camera hanging over the tank looks terrifying ( lol). I was wondering if you were using a tube, now I know. A lense and a tube are on my list of wants now. Thanks again

Actually, about 75% of my shots are just through the tank glass because it’s a pain using the tube. But when I do take the time to use it, it’s worth it.

 

[SuncrestReef]

Just a few more shots for today:

 

[PedroYoung]

Is it Monday again? Seems like it shows up almost once a week........... Did some top down Macro shooting today, only a couple keepers.

maximatop by Peter Young, on Flickr

merletitop by Peter Young, on Flickr

orangepeeltop by Peter Young, on Flickr

This one was kinda cool, shroom splitting.
shroomsplittop by Peter Young, on Flickr

area51top by Peter Young, on Flickr

pcrainbowtop by Peter Young, on Flickr

 

[Crabs McJones]

Since the hashtags have been reset be sure to re-subscribe to #MacroMon for macro shot monday!

 

[vetteguy53081]

Some really nice shots here. I have a macro lens and don’t even know how to use the darn thing

 

[vetteguy53081]

 

[SuncrestReef]

It's been a while since I've taken some good macro shots in my tank, so here are a few for your enjoyment:

 

[Daniel@R2R]

Awesome shots!

 

[jasonrusso]

It's been a while since I've taken some good macro shots in my tank, so here are a few for your enjoyment:

Do it make it easier if you break the surface?

 

[SuncrestReef]

Do it make it easier if you break the surface?

I assume you're asking about shooting from above through the water? That's what the top-down porthole is used for. It's impossible to get a clear shot from above without getting below the water surface, and the porthole keeps the camera lens dry.

 

[TopShelfAquatics]

 

[TopShelfAquatics]

 

[Crabs McJones]

Yeeaaahhh If you can go ahead and send me a frag of that, that'd be greeaat

 

[jasonrusso]

I assume you're asking about shooting from above through the water? That's what the top-down porthole is used for. It's impossible to get a clear shot from above without getting below the water surface, and the porthole keeps the camera lens dry.

Yes, the glass causes distortion, reflections, etc.

 

[mfinn]

 

[ReefBum]

I use a Sony A7 iii with a Sony FE 90mm F2.8 Macro Lens.

 

[hooligan76]

Here's a few of my Acans and Blastos