Recent content by Simon K

Ah, brilliant. Very inventive. Simon

I love the vivid colours in these and the forms the paint has taken. I agree with Matt regarding the long streak going out of frame in the first shot. I would also be tempted to clone out a couple of the stray blue dots in the second image. Care to share your set-up on these? I'd guess at a base...

You don't necessarily need a ring flash. In the thread I linked to earlier, there are plenty of people who use an external flash on the hotshoe but with an extender/diffuser. Hopefully, all of this has given you options and things to think about Duncan. Whichever way you decide to go, put in a...

My tuppence worth again... I do not have the L version of the Canon 100mm macro and don't believe it is strictly necessary to have image stabilisation. I can happily take macro photos without a tripod and no IS. However, I do use a flash and a shutter speed of 1/180s (fastest speed that will...

Hi everyone, I've got a problem with my ipod touch 3rd generation, which I can't seem to find a solution for so wondering if anyone here can help. When I go onto the 'Music' menu, it shows my music as the album artwork only meaning that I can only play one album at a time (even if I have...

Another thought - If you didn't want to splash out on a dedicated macro lens, you could always try a Raynox DCR-250, which clips onto the front of your lens. A lot cheaper than a lens too. Simon

I use a flash with mine and the insects don't seem too bothered by it. Usually, they'll move/fly away when you're approaching them so patience is the key. If you go down the flash route, then either buy or make a diffuser to soften the light a bit. This will make a difference, especially if the...

The 24-105 is not a dedicated macro lens and whilst it is capable of producing close-ups of insects, you would probably be better off going for a macro lens. I currently use a Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 lens, which is on Amazon for £200 less than a Canon 24-105mm, so should be within your budget. You...

So, Warrington chose Huddersfield, meaning it's Leeds vs Wigan. I was surprised tbh, I thought Warrington would pick Leeds. Both Delaney and Jamie Jones remain a doubt for playing on Friday but Brian McDermott has said they'll give it until the latest moment until making a decision on them. Simon

Got to agree, one of the best games I've seen in a while. I was praying during that last couple of minutes that we'd keep the lead. Simon

Wow, that's a very kind offer Paul. Thank you. I've got some good Energizer rechargeables so that shouldn't be a problem. Simon

Thanks for all of the help guys. My budget would be around £200, which would also have to cover the flashes so I think YN-568 would be a bit too much. I'm not too bothered about TTL as these will be used for indoor 'studio' type work of products etc (not portraits) so I can take my time with...

I'd be going up to the Cairngorms if I was in your position. It matches most of your criteria - definitely plenty to do and plenty of photographic opportunities. I believe some parts have even had snow this past week (on the tops anyway). Simon

I'm pretty much a complete novice to external flashes (bar my macro flash) and am looking into getting a couple of Yongnuo YN-560 II's to use off camera (Canon 6D). Here's my problem - the 6D doesn't have in-built wireless flash control and I'm looking into using both flashes away from the...

Not bad at all Arron. The focus is spot-on with nice detail. I think a lower angle so that you're on eye-level and not looking down on the squirrel would be better. If they are so tame, it could provide some quite interesting shots, especially if they take an interest in your camera. Simon