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Post by sarrowhart on Apr 12, 2012 21:28:19 GMT -8
Anyone know of camera that can take detailed pictures of insects smaller then a fingernail, but also bigger then a hand? I doubt the bigger will be a problem for any small detail camera, but I felt I should mention it anyways, just in case. The cheaper, the better, but I don't mind saving up for a really good camera either. ;D
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Post by africaone on Apr 13, 2012 0:18:53 GMT -8
it is not an exact problem of camera but better of lens.
You need to choose a ($) zoom lens (pricy as you need to need one making close up) or to choose a special lens to make close up (50, 55, 60 or 100 mm). You can add also different component to lens to magnify the field, it is cheaper but it is not easy to use.
depending also of the price you are ready to pay .... there are many kind of camera bodies (all the big brands offer a good choice depending you budget), lens can be lower price (to the top there are no limit, some brand are really cheaper than others. you don't need to have the same brand for the lens and body but you need to verify the compatibility)
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Post by wingedwishes on Apr 13, 2012 6:26:10 GMT -8
I have been happy with Fuji point and shoot as a mid level camera for macro shots. You can get a 14 megapixel for around $150. Although the lens is not interchangeable, there are attachments to increase the macro ability. I have a 12MP Fuji that I got for less than $100.
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Post by wingedwishes on Apr 13, 2012 6:37:08 GMT -8
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Post by saturniidave on Apr 14, 2012 9:37:08 GMT -8
I use a Fuji 'Finepix' which is an intermediate between a snapshot camera and a digital SLR. It does not have an interchangeable lens but does come with a phenomenal zoom and built in Macro and Super Macro. Also you can alter the settings for automatic, manual, aperture priority or shutter priority. Does everything I want it to do. Mine is a bit old now but my daughter has the newer model and it is superb, not too pricey either, just a few hundred dollars. www.ephotozine.com/article/fujifilm-finepix-s2950-digital-camera-review-16035 |
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Post by wingedwishes on Apr 14, 2012 16:14:03 GMT -8
Do a search on ebay for finepix lenses. There are attachments to increase zoom and macro. Super macro is good to very good with the finepix line. Manual focus is something you should learn to use as the auto focus can be touchy when you take a macro shot.
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Post by admin on Apr 27, 2012 12:40:25 GMT -8
The small compact cameras do an amazing job for insect macros, especially the ones that have in-body stabilization that reduce hand shake - so you don't have to use a tripod. I have been using the Sony T-series cameras for many years with good results. If you move up to the more expensive DLSR category, 100mm macro lenses are the best choice. Check out my insect macros from last year here: cthompson.zenfolio.com/bpClick on the upper right corner of an expanded image and you will see all the camera info and parameters I used. Two cameras used: Sony T-900 and Sony DSLR-a700 with Sony 100/2.8 macro lens. |
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Post by lepidofrance on Apr 27, 2012 14:24:09 GMT -8
According me (and many others insects photographers), the main problem with pocket camera is the fact that there is always a gap (between 1 and 3 seconds) between the moment when you press the button and the right moment of the shot. Which is a problem when, for example, you are picturing a butterfly opening and closing wings.  The second problem is that you can't change the lenses ! That's why I prefer use a reflex. Mine is a Pentax K5. Photographing butterflies, I use two lenses : - 300 mm - macro 100 mm  |
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