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MGOLD86 said:
For the close-ups I'm using a Canon 70-200mm with 68mm of extension tube on a Canon 40D.
SumOfMyBits, I used the active D lighting and it helped with the over/under exposed hotspots,and shaded areas. My experience with fill flash,and the others is limited,but I can never get the proper effect when taking the shots I mentioned in prior posts. The undercarriage will look ok,but the top foliage will show a green that isn't possible for chile plants. For me,I am still trying to teach myself and I want my shots to be as accurate to what I am seeing as possible. I have never used a post processing program before. You have inspired me to do some studio/lightbox shots of some pods this week. Do you set your own white balance when shooting with halogen lights? If not,what do you think the best standard temp selection is when using halogen?
Talk about camouflage!
Pr0digal_son said:
I use the auto white balance on my camera. Sometimes it works, other times it gets fooled, or the color is correct and I just don't like it. I post process in PS. Usually flipping through Auto Tone / Auto Contrast / Auto Color to see what I like best (or a combination of them) first, and then work from there. Sometimes I like the original image more than what these presets do to it. Many of you may think that's stupid simple, but if you are shooting in jpeg your camera is already using algorithms similar to these to convert the RAW data file into an image that it's "guessing" is correct. It then proceeds to throw out the rest of the data. I shoot jpeg primarily because I'm usually more concerned about sharing the image quickly. I shoot RAW when I really want to be picky about the image and am willing to spend some time to produce it.
You can manually white balance if you wish. As a photographer you should be attempting to get the best image out of your camera BEFORE you start post processing... this includes composition. If you really have an issue with white balance, shoot in RAW format. You'll have everything (all the data) at your disposal to get the image you are looking for. White balance is no longer an issue when shooting in RAW.
I can't shoot RAW with this brick so I always pick the proper WB. It has an option where I can shine whatever light I am using on a gray or white surface and sync it. I have halogen lights but have never shot with them.
Next purchase will be a proper cam,I didn't want to dump $3,000 only to find out photography sucks.Now that I see how handcuffed I am,it might come sooner than later.
some chile flowers
Next purchase will be a proper cam,I didn't want to dump $3,000 only to find out photography sucks.Now that I see how handcuffed I am,it might come sooner than later.
some chile flowers
It is always best to buy the best glass and progress on the bodies. I started with a Canon T1i before moving to the 7D. I also started with a 70 - 200mm F4 before upgrading to the 70 - 200 F2.8 IS. Even on the T1i I always shot RAW. I like to use a combination of Camera RAW + PS and now working myself into Lightroom 5.
Pr0digal_son said:
Prod, let me ask... are you using your camera in manual mode?
I think the wife would literally kill me if I spent the time to get into post production. I have wanted to get some new glass for a while, and since my photography hobby is fueled by the pepper hobby, I want to get a macro lens. I have the materials for a light box, but haven't put one together yet. Just waiting for the right deal and I think Ill jump on a 105mm f/2.8. Seeing these is really pushing me that direction, I love how close you are getting.
MGOLD86 said:
Look up extension tubes for your camera make. Kenko makes a three piece set for several of the large camera names. These are MUCH cheaper than buying glass. Then you can tell your wife you saved 400+ bucks.
But they don't work exactly like a macro lens, so do your homework.
I use Manual Mode to practice,but to take decent picture for uploading here,I will use Program mode,it gives me an idea,but I can adjust aperture,and shutter speed alittle to trick the junk sensor.It is a cheater I guess but I have never used a camera that wasn't on a cell phone until a few months ago,and trying to teach myself. Shooting straight Manual is harder than I thought it would be, it frees you up to be alittle more creative it seems. I have taken a couple decent shots that way,but more ugly ones than not. If I get the chance to shoot early morning it is easier,but sunny days it's pretty hard with my device. I was shooting manual inside when I started my seeds,and it was alittle easier with consistant lighting,but when I went outside I was lost.SumOfMyBits said:
I need to retake that last one. I don't like the proportions for some reason.
Here we go. Better.
very nice.
Canon 100MM MACRO F 2.8