You know you're a serious macro photographer when you choose to photograph a mosquito biting you instead of swatting it! Thank you for the inspiration and helpful tips. Great video and fantastic photos!
Keep doing what you are doing, you deserve more recognition than many of the more popular TH-cam channels on macro. You offer sound advice along with some very nice work.
Great information and fantastic work. In the past couple of years I have watched many different videos with different professional photographers but you are by far my favorite now, and I just found your channel. The content on your videos are fantastic. Thank you for sharing.
Very nice Tips and secrets. Thanks for including shoot in the early morning research. Many of us know the camera and shooting parts of macro but forget about knowing our subject enough to get the best shots.
Some very nice photos. Your camera, (Olympus) have focus stack shooting & do you use it for in the field. Second question, when you show focus stack, manual, referring to shooting or edit work or both? Thanks for any replies.
Yeah I use it out in the field. And the stack where I put manual, that just means those stacks were not focus brackets. Just manual stacks where I moved the camera forward after each shot
Could you explain your focusing technique? Manual? Do you move your focus spot box to different parts of the subject? You don’t look like you are trying to achieve focus. It looks like it’s effortless for you. Or are you just rocking back and forth to get focus while in manual like I’ve heard others do. Also, it looks like you are using live view. I always find it difficult to see in daylight.
I shoot in manual and to get the focus I want, I’ll just move back and forth until it’s in focus. And I’ve always used live view ever since my first camera, don’t really like using a viewfinder
Nothing to add, great stuff, great photos,keep doing this. Handheld bracketing/stacking much better than studio. Keep this going. Rob, Western Australia. Love your channel.
Man you are really awesome. I have canon 6D. 100mm 2.8 and Raynox DCR 250. My most of shots are blury not sharp enough. I tried stacking but in the field stacking to painfull and shaky. But after watching your videos I became a serious fan of you. Thanks for sharing. Love from India :)
Hi Trey. Great content as usual. Could you please explain the difference between bracket and stack sequences please. And, which do you think is the best. Many thanks
Focus bracketing is a form of focus stacking. Instead of manually stacking which consists of you moving your camera back and forth, with bracketing the camera does the stacking itself without you having to move the camera, just have to stay as still as possible during the stack.
Trey, as said, you, your photos, your tutelage, your videos in general, are awesome, for which we are very greatful. Question: Wouldn't one normally want his camera set to multiple exposure bursts, (while rocking back and forth to focus) to get the best images fort stacking) instead of trying to capture an image one exposure at a time? MANY thanks!
Yes that method is the easiest if you aren’t using a flash but depending on the camera and flash you have, most flashes won’t be able to keep up with continuous shooting unless you are using a camera with a focus bracketing system like I do
great video, thanks for all the tips! one question though: why did you use such a slow bracketing for the american nursery web spider (about 9:10 in the video)? is it because you needed a high flash power and the flash took long to recycle?
I have to switch over from a DSLR to mirrorless. I can't hold a dslr with one hand and the other holding a branch or twig its too heavy and can't keep it steady.
@@Xx7trey the TT350o is able to keep up? I was worried about if it could so I've been trying to find a used v350o. I am already pushing my budget but I might pick up an AKdiffuser later on! :)
@@Xx7trey oh, and if you don't mind, what everyday lens would you recommend for an E-M1 Mark II? I bought a 60mm macro lens but I want to find something for normal photos to that doesn't break the bank. This is my first camera! :)
@@omnombrainshonestly I rarely ever take any other kinds of photos besides macro and other wildlife like birds and other animals so I can’t give you the best answer for that, but whenever I do take photos outside of wildlife, I’ll just use my kit 12-45mm lens that came with my camera. And yes the TT350 can keep up
may i ask, what equipment you used for this video? handhelding / bracketing looks so easy. that is the biggest problem for me. using om-1 and 90mm macro with ak diffuser.
@@Xx7trey thank you very much for your answer. Really appreciate. It looks so easy when you doing your stacks ;-) i think my biggest problem is the diffusor. It is heavy and bulky. I like the results but i am struggling with the handling... Tried a few shots with my secondary cam em-d 10 mk iv and the 60mm macro and goddox tt350o. Did work pretty good. Unfortunately the in camera bracketing is not that good. Only a few shots.
You know you're a serious macro photographer when you choose to photograph a mosquito biting you instead of swatting it! Thank you for the inspiration and helpful tips. Great video and fantastic photos!
Hahah, well it's a willing subject, only costs a little blood
That’s true 😂 I’m so used to it now that it doesn’t even bother me anymore. And I appreciate it, glad the video was helpful for you
@@Xx7trey Well I guess a few drops of blood is a small price to pay to get a great photograph!
Keep doing what you are doing, you deserve more recognition than many of the more popular TH-cam channels on macro. You offer sound advice along with some very nice work.
Thank you so much 🙏🏾🙏🏾 means a lot
Great information and fantastic work. In the past couple of years I have watched many different videos with different professional photographers but you are by far my favorite now, and I just found your channel. The content on your videos are fantastic. Thank you for sharing.
Museum quality photography!
Some fantastic images young man, brilliant stuff. Thanks for sharing.😊
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Nice images…love the sacrifice you
made to get the mosquito shot.❤
I appreciate it 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thank you, Trey, for educating us about macrophotography and the natural world.
You’re welcome 🙏🏾🙏🏾 glad the video was helpful for you
Beautiful photos! Keep them coming.
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Very nice Tips and secrets. Thanks for including shoot in the early morning research. Many of us know the camera and shooting parts of macro but forget about knowing our subject enough to get the best shots.
I appreciate it 🙏🏾🙏🏾 I’m glad it was helpful for you
Your tips are well illustrated and explained. Keep up the good work!
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Man you are generous with information 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
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Always good stuff here!!
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Great Shots! It will be warming up soon!
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You are a very talented photographer- keep up the good work- your videos have inspired me
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Your shots are so good! Really inspiring to a new macro photographer.
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Great images and good tips!
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You did a great job on this vid, and your photography is great, like really great.
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Epic images and really great advice.
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Great video, found your channel through your Flickr, keep up the great work!
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Outstanding photos, thanks for sharing
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@Xx7trey I don't comment on here much, but when I do, it's because it is deserved.
Some very nice photos. Your camera, (Olympus) have focus stack shooting & do you use it for in the field. Second question, when you show focus stack, manual, referring to shooting or edit work or both? Thanks for any replies.
Yeah I use it out in the field. And the stack where I put manual, that just means those stacks were not focus brackets. Just manual stacks where I moved the camera forward after each shot
Just a quick hi and a big thank you for your videos and stunning work, brilliant
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Good job!
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This video inspires me... Great work here.
Thank you so much 🙏🏾🙏🏾 glad you enjoyed it
Thank you, your photos are very beautiful !
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You're an inspiration! My camera and lens areives later this week, i cant wait to get out there!
I appreciate it 🙏🏾🙏🏾 glad it was inspiring for you
Could you explain your focusing technique? Manual? Do you move your focus spot box to different parts of the subject? You don’t look like you are trying to achieve focus. It looks like it’s effortless for you. Or are you just rocking back and forth to get focus while in manual like I’ve heard others do. Also, it looks like you are using live view. I always find it difficult to see in daylight.
I shoot in manual and to get the focus I want, I’ll just move back and forth until it’s in focus. And I’ve always used live view ever since my first camera, don’t really like using a viewfinder
@@Xx7trey thank you so much.
Great advice. Thank you.
Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾 glad it was helpful
Nothing to add, great stuff, great photos,keep doing this. Handheld bracketing/stacking much better than studio. Keep this going. Rob, Western Australia. Love your channel.
Thank you so much. Glad you enjoy the content
Great content and photos. Thank you for sharing. I wish I was as steady off hand as you are..
Thank you so much 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Man you are really awesome. I have canon 6D. 100mm 2.8 and Raynox DCR 250. My most of shots are blury not sharp enough. I tried stacking but in the field stacking to painfull and shaky.
But after watching your videos I became a serious fan of you. Thanks for sharing. Love from India :)
I appreciate it man 🙏🏾 and the more practice you get, the better you will get at focus stacking
Well done! Looking forward to more videos.
Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Hi Trey. Great content as usual. Could you please explain the difference between bracket and stack sequences please. And, which do you think is the best. Many thanks
I'm interested too
Focus bracketing is a form of focus stacking. Instead of manually stacking which consists of you moving your camera back and forth, with bracketing the camera does the stacking itself without you having to move the camera, just have to stay as still as possible during the stack.
Super
Great tips. Thank you. What software are you using to process your stacked images?
He uses Photoshop. He has a tutorial on his channel, it's pretty good check it out
Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾 I use photoshop for all my post processing
Bro your channel is fire 🔥
What is the best metering mode for macro ?
Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾 and spot metering
Trey, as said, you, your photos, your tutelage, your videos in general, are awesome, for which we are very greatful.
Question: Wouldn't one normally want his camera set to multiple exposure bursts, (while rocking back and forth to focus) to get the best images fort stacking) instead of trying to capture an image one exposure at a time?
MANY thanks!
Yes that method is the easiest if you aren’t using a flash but depending on the camera and flash you have, most flashes won’t be able to keep up with continuous shooting unless you are using a camera with a focus bracketing system like I do
@@Xx7trey But isn't focus bracketing only accessible if using AUTO focus???
@@usernamemykelyou can use it while in manual mode as well
@@Xx7trey I'll try it - but I'm pretty sure that'll only work in AUTO focus with my Canon R10 -
Thanks
Good Morning, I love your videos. What is the gear you use for your Macro shots?
Camera: Olympus Em5 mark 3
Lens: m.zuiko 60mm
Flash: Godox TT350o
And a raynox DCR 250
@@Xx7trey Thank so much Trey.
great video, thanks for all the tips! one question though: why did you use such a slow bracketing for the american nursery web spider (about 9:10 in the video)? is it because you needed a high flash power and the flash took long to recycle?
Thank you 🙏🏾 and that is as fast as my camera takes photos in bracketing mode, I always have my flash power at 1/32
I have to switch over from a DSLR to mirrorless. I can't hold a dslr with one hand and the other holding a branch or twig its too heavy and can't keep it steady.
That’s understandable and a great reason to want to switch over
What kind of flash and diffuser do you use?
Godox TT350o and the AKdiffuser. I have a video review on the diffuser if you are interested
@@Xx7trey the TT350o is able to keep up? I was worried about if it could so I've been trying to find a used v350o. I am already pushing my budget but I might pick up an AKdiffuser later on! :)
@@Xx7trey oh, and if you don't mind, what everyday lens would you recommend for an E-M1 Mark II? I bought a 60mm macro lens but I want to find something for normal photos to that doesn't break the bank. This is my first camera! :)
@@omnombrainshonestly I rarely ever take any other kinds of photos besides macro and other wildlife like birds and other animals so I can’t give you the best answer for that, but whenever I do take photos outside of wildlife, I’ll just use my kit 12-45mm lens that came with my camera. And yes the TT350 can keep up
may i ask, what equipment you used for this video? handhelding / bracketing looks so easy. that is the biggest problem for me. using om-1 and 90mm macro with ak diffuser.
Olympus em5 mk3 with a 60mm and a Godox TT350 flash
@@Xx7trey thank you very much for your answer. Really appreciate. It looks so easy when you doing your stacks ;-) i think my biggest problem is the diffusor. It is heavy and bulky. I like the results but i am struggling with the handling... Tried a few shots with my secondary cam em-d 10 mk iv and the 60mm macro and goddox tt350o. Did work pretty good. Unfortunately the in camera bracketing is not that good. Only a few shots.