Close-Up and Macro Photography

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interchangeable lenses, a Depth-of-Field Preview button, and the
ability to park the Mirror-Up when taking photos, all things that you
need. It also has the ability to fire the camera remotely.


Of course I would prefer an FX (full-frame) camera like the D 810
which was and is one of the best bargains I have ever seen for
doing this kind of work. Personally I use the Nikon D810 for most
of my work when I am not being lazy because of the increased
file size. Let’s discuss the various features we might want in
selecting a camera in more detail.


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. Most of this information is not about
brands, but about photography. So what are the requirements for
selecting a camera body? Here is what I look for:


Jumping to the chase, there are several relatively inexpensive
Nikons that do almost everything you need for good close- up

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