What am i doing wrong???

[SR52012]

I am trying to get these super close up photos that everyone does... heres what im using...

Nikon d3300, macro lens, and tripod...

https://flic.kr/p/F5ZQN9

https://flic.kr/p/23b49sY

https://flic.kr/p/DyTZN2

 

[saltyfilmfolks]

Show me the photos please. What isn’t working ?

 

[erk]

I think you should post some pictures and ask for a critique.

There is nothing wrong with your gear, but if you are new to photography, I recommend watching some Youtube tutorials on the subject.

 

[SR52012]

I will work on pulling the photos off the cam, but it will not zoom in on the coral. I can't get the camera to focus unless I'm like 3+ feet from the tank. I have tried some videos but haven't found any good ones.

 

[erk]

Min focus distance for your lens:

Sigma 70–300mm f/4–5.6 APO DG Macro lens
Technical data
Focal length 70–300mm
Aperture (max/min) f/4 – f/5.6
Close focus distance 150cm / (95cm Macro mode)

 

[SR52012]

Min focus distance for your lens:

Sigma 70–300mm f/4–5.6 APO DG Macro lens
Technical data
Focal length 70–300mm
Aperture (max/min) f/4 – f/5.6
Close focus distance 150cm / (95cm Macro mode)

English??? Lol I probably should have said I'm a noob

 

[Fudsey]

You need a lens that has "Macro" abilities. This will allow you to focus at a closer distance. I have the same issue but use my zoom lens to get a closer pic at the minimum distance it will focus.

EDIT: Sorry I meant a zoom lens with macro

 

[erk]

English??? Lol I probably should have said I'm a noob

The closest you can focus with your lens is 95cm or 37inches. Hence the reason you can't get anything in focus in less than 3 ft. I highly recommend you watch some tutorials on dslr usage.