Introduction to Close-up and Macro Photography
Macro and close-up photography allow me to get outside in nature
and actually walk around. I am one of those people who spend too
much time indoors, but still have to have a reason, some mission,
to simply go outside where it is nice. Photography is my reason
and close-up and macro work is my passion and ticket to the
outdoors.
I know there are probably hundreds of macro books out there, so
why another? For one, the price is right and there is no reason
you have to make all the same mistakes I did. Consider this just
some friendly advice and information all gathered in one place.
And the format may be a little rough but, hey, as mentioned, I work
a full-time job like many of you and just do this in my spare time,
that is: when I can. I have no interest in being a professional
photographer. I just happen to love nature and looking at it
through fine lenses.
These two e-book primers are intended for those of you with an
interest in close-up and macro photography who are just getting
started and may have questions. The primer is divided into two
parts. This first part is a general introduction to close-up and macro
photography including equipment, technique, and motivation, while
the second part (a separate e-book) contains specifications and
photos on close-up macro lenses commonly used with Nikon
systems. These books are free and can be downloaded at:
http://macrostop.com/
Minimum Equipment Requirements
When you are looking for a camera body for close-up and macro
work, what are the minimum features you need and why? Both
Nikon and Canon make fine cameras. I am a Nikon lover and
proud of it, so you Canon fans will have to translate some of my
remarks to your brand. And a lot of this information is not about
brands but about photography. So what are the requirements for
selecting a camera body? Here are what I look for:
Jumping to the chase, there is one relatively inexpensive Nikon
that does almost everything you need for good close- up nature
photography. It is the Nikon D7100 which sells for about $1100.
The D7100 has relatively good ISO levels, great megapixels,
