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Macro photography 101

Persianfarmer

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What is True Macro Photography?

What is True Macro Photography?

What is True Macro Photography?

Although many lens manufacturers (including Canon) tend to use the "macro" its important to remember the difference between true macro photography and simple "close-up" photography. A picture of a flower up close doesn't make it a macro shot.

The true definition of macro photography, also known as "photomacrography" is production of an image that is the same size (or larger) on the film plane as in real life (lifesize)

if you photograph an insect that is 2 centimeters long at 1:1 (lifesize), it's image will be 2 centimeters long at the film plane or digital sensor.

shot of a spider at 1:1 life size



Hiya King Kong aka Monkey!

Love what you are doing and the passion that comes out of it. I am an amateur photographer myself and thank you for sharing your experience and education me on this subject. Mad Respect Sir
 

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