Critique First steps in macro

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I know its technically not the greatest image ever but for my first afternoon with some extension tubes , my 50mm 1.8d and hand held i am really quite pleased with the results .

Waspie by ChrisMarr, on Flickr

I've spent today looking at techniques and figuring out some ideas for shots and have to say its really quite fun .... Frustrating but fun ! Depth of fields even at f16-f22 is miniscule !

Chris
 
Not a bad first effort. I really like the composition and the detail looks ok with the dof but the harsh flash has just about burned it out. Was it diffused?
 
chris2jz said:
Thanks :)

No flash at all - lovely sunny day and higher iso's .
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A well, in that case you need to reduce the ISO or up the shutter speed because it is overexposed. I can't see the exif so can't comment your exact settings etc.
 
BRASH said:
A well, in that case you need to reduce the ISO or up the shutter speed because it is overexposed. I can't see the exif so can't comment your exact settings etc.
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Yeah :) I need plenty of practise . I won't lie thought i quite liked the bright colours and feel of the image .

F11 Iso 3200 1/1600 !

I was just worrying about a quick shutter speed to be honest
 
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Nah, it's just a little too in yer face. It's a hover fly by the way not a wasp(ie);)
 
Hi and welcome to the crazy threads of macro.
Not a bad 1st attempt. You would do good to listen to @BRASH or @tintin or Timmy. G on here as they are all good at giving great advice to help you out. Just don't clip wings or feet/legs. Lol
 
I echo the thoughts of others. All in all, it's a lovely shot. Yeah it's a little hot in places but it can on occasion be hard to control bright highlights when in strong sunlight. Especially with darker areas on insects.
 
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