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Jake Powell (Leopardcur) 2 pts

January 15, 2007 10:20 PM

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I need to take closeups of small things; what kind of macro do I need?

I want to take closeup pics of rings, coins, & jewelry. What type of rig do I need? What kind of lens power & macro.

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Ben Keough (DeadWolfBones) 10631 pts

January 16, 2007 10:12 PM

Hi Jake,

There aren't really different "kinds" of macros. Macro is simply a term used to signify close-up photography as a whole.

There are many models of camera that offer very good macro capability. The most impressive that I've seen are Canon's S2 and S3 IS, which include a "Super Macro" mode that allows them to focus on subjects that are actually touching the glass of the lens. You can't really get any better than that.

Are there any other considerations you have in making your choice? Do you care if it's a bulkier camera? What's your price range? Do you plan to do any manual shooting, or will it all be in automatic mode? If I have a slightly better idea of what you're looking for I can help you better.

Good luck!

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Jake Powell (Leopardcur) 2 pts

January 16, 2007 11:01 PM

Thanks much Ben!! I'd really not like to buy a very expensive camera, unless I have to. I just want a camera that will take nice closeups of coins....where the dates are highly visible. Some of my internet friends post pics of gold rings....and ya can see the gold karat stamps inside the ring. I have a Kodak CX 7430 camera....we love it for point & shoot.....but so far....it isn't doing the job on the closeup pics. I don't care if it's heavy or not. I usually shoot my pics on auto.....I am an amatur......but most of my pics have been great!! Your further imput would be greatly appreciated. I'll check out the cameras ya mentioned. Thanks Jake Leopardcur

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Ben Keough (DeadWolfBones) 10631 pts

January 16, 2007 11:06 PM

Jake,

Could you be more specific than "not very expensive"? What's your upper limit in terms of dollars? I'd like to recommend something that will be the best camera for your money.

Thanks!

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Jake Powell (Leopardcur) 2 pts

January 16, 2007 11:13 PM

Let's try $250!! Will this work?? Jake

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Ben Keough (DeadWolfBones) 10631 pts

January 16, 2007 11:29 PM

$250 is just about perfect. I was already leaning toward recommending the Canon A630, and it fits right into that price range ($245 at Amazon right now). It's a fantastic camera in pretty much all respects, but its macro mode is really awesome. You can focus on objects as close as 1cm away from the lens, which should be plenty close for what you want to do. Additionally, the nice 2.5" LCD swivels out from the body, so you can use different angles without having to crane your neck into uncomfortable positions. It has an 8MP sensor, which will leave you plenty of room to crop your images.

That's the best recommendation I've got, and to be honest it's probably the best camera bar none in the $250 range (check out those glowing user reviews!).

Good luck!

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Jake Powell (Leopardcur) 2 pts

January 17, 2007 12:17 AM

Great Ben.....I'll check them out. Appreciate your imput!! Take care Jake Leopardcur

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camara advise 0 pts

January 21, 2007 2:18 PM

I would like a camara that has a great close up like this camara & is great with night shots. Do you have a better idea on a camara than the S2 IS?
Judi

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LLTaylor Designs 0 pts

February 17, 2007 5:30 AM

My God. This answer is what I have been looking and looking for. Thanks a Million. I was wondering around in the dark. I am returning the one I got tonight the sd900 for the A630 it's just what I needed. Tiny Close-ups. I can't thank you enough!

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Lisa (lisasturm) 75 pts

May 10, 2007 1:44 AM

Jake, here are some macro shots with the A630 in auto mode:
http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o82/opal-crazy/sapphirependant2.jpg

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j193/lisasturm/individual%20pix%20for%20sharing/beessideonright8X10landscape300-1.jpg

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j193/lisasturm/individual%20pix%20for%20sharing/beesback8X10landscape300.jpg

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j193/lisasturm/individual%20pix%20for%20sharing/IMG_1409.jpg

Be aware that for indoor shots of small close things like jewelry, you will have to tweak the flash settings and you may experience a shadow on your subject from the projection of the lens apparatus. The way to avoid this is to take the shots in natural light outdoors or indoors with an alternate light source aimed at the object. You will also have to make some adjustments due to glare from that other light. Since you will be so close, you may have to take several shots to get just the right combination of light, angle, shadow, reflection, etc. The emerald necklace was not taken in any kind of setting as described above - it was sitting on a piece of paper on my desk with my goose neck lamp shining in it. So don't judge by the lighting. Do judge by the detail. It was taken about 1" away.

The bees are on flowers about 1.5 inches across, and the lens is practically touching them - the bees that is. (Luckily I am not allergic like my mom!) I really like how you can see the pollen on their backs and legs and head! Also I like how you can see the detail inside the small center part of the flower, including the pollen on the stamens, and the wings are in perfect focus and you can clearly see through them, and you can see their veins!

The little larva on my strawberry has two transparent membranes, one smooth on the outside and one undulating on the inside. You can see his posterior projections and the freckles on his back!

Watch out! I have already recommended this camera to three people and they have all bought them!

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Ben Keough (DeadWolfBones) 10631 pts

May 10, 2007 8:56 AM

Awesome photos, Lisa! The strawberry one in particular is really beautiful. :]

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Jake Powell (Leopardcur) 2 pts

May 10, 2007 9:27 AM

Lisa....Nice Pics!!! Thanks for the info & pics!! Take care Jake

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liberty 0 pts

June 17, 2007 8:33 PM

Is anybody familiar with using macro on a canon S2 IS? I just got one, but can't get any good macro shots. Camera won't focus that close. Any ideas?

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Lisa (lisasturm) 75 pts

June 18, 2007 10:58 PM

Thanks for the compliments. I have now convinced 7 people, either personally or through my review, to buy the Canon A630. I think I need to write to Canon and work out some kind of deal at this point!

And I can now add to my recommendation that so far 3 of my Canon photos have been selected for publication in two different amateur photo books, and one publisher has requested another submission. The one I posted with the bee on the right side will be in "Endless Journeys", which also contains another A630 shot (Dashing Donor) and one from my Minolta DiMage G500 (Mists of Mokule`ia).

I am beginning to be a pain amongst my friends because I am always shooting, but you never know when that perfect moment might present itself!

Happy shooting to all,
Lisa

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Jake Powell (Leopardcur) 2 pts

June 18, 2007 11:05 PM

Your info has been most informative, Lisa. Am sure everyone has benefited from it. Take care & Thanks!!! Jake

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Ben Keough (DeadWolfBones) 10631 pts

June 25, 2007 6:57 PM

Liberty, the S2 IS macro works by pressing the macro button (on the side of the lens housing) so that the small flower icon appears on the LCD. In all other modes than automatic, you can hold this button down to get to super macro mode.

Hope this helps.

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liberty 0 pts

June 25, 2007 7:42 PM

Thanks Ben!

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