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Macro photography is a specialized area typically dealing with very small subjects. There are also "Macro Lenses" which are designed with macro photography in mind, and lower cost alternatives such as close up filters and extension tubes.
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I'm trying to take a close up of a camcorder LCD
As was mentioned by @ElendilTheTall, using a TV screen will provide a much better quality image than the small camcorder screen. The TV will have it's own problems though.
You need to have a long eno …
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How do I reduce noise, given that I have complete control over everything else?
The best way is to use the lowest ISO possible (100 is often the best), and slightly overexpose (without clipping highlights), then post process it back down. This will help to decrease noise in the …
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What aperture settings should I use for taking macro photos of artwork?
ISO and Aperture are two totally different things.
For your purposes, you need a greater depth of field (DOF), which means that you need to decrease the aperture diameter (higher f-number).
Your ISO …
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How do I create "Rim Lighting" in macro photography?
I enjoy macro photography and have heard of using "Rim Lighting" for higher contrast. How do I achieve this effect? …
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Are there any downsides to buying a third party extension tubes for Canon?
I would like to get a little higher magnification out of my Canon 100mm Macro, so I am looking at extension tubes. …
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Which macro lens would you recommend for a full frame Nikon camera?
I can't speak to the ability of the nikon 105, but I have a Canon 100mm f/2.8 USM macro (which i believe is the rough canon equivalent), and am completely happy with it. …
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Is Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 stabilized, can it be used for handheld shots?
No, it does not have IS, but it could still be useful. Image stabilization is just one way to improve you freehand shots, but there are lots of other ways. It is really all just about having a fast e …
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How do I choose a macro lens for a Canon APS-C camera?
I have the Canon EF 100mm f2.8 USM Macro Lens and a Canon Xsi and absolutely love it. The 60mm might be better for portaits, but if you have room to back up a little the 100mm does just fine. … As far as Macro shots go, I think the 100mm is a great fit for a cropped sensor. It gives you a little more working space than the 60mm would and it's not terribly heavy. …
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Which lenses are best for macro and for birdwatching (both Canon and Nikon)?
For macro, I'd also consider the 100mm Macro lenses (USM or L Series), esp. if you go with a cropped sensor. If you don't need the extra range, the f/2.8 is really nice to have. …
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