Love the videos (Just subscribed). Who makes the focus slider ? it looks like the bees knees! It would be very nice indeed if you would put information up the products you use. The flash is the Macro Twin Flash KX-800 available at www.venuslens.net/product/macro-twin-flash-kx-800/ Cheers from the USA.
@PhillipMcCordall ! You are a great photographer I love you videos its very simple and helpful for beginners! I have canon T5i with 18-55mm lens and Im looking for nice and decent upgrade so I can shot some Macro shots of Birds- inserts- nature without being super close to them, Please help me out your response and suggestions means alot! " Subscribed ✌️"
I'll let you know the results. I have a Canon macro lens and also a analogue 70-210 with macro (more close-up in reality) and a close up bellows. Expecting some good results even though reckon a lot of effort might be required. Thank you for the video.
Hi Phillip. I've just started to watch your channel and after watching many others I've found my mentor. You! The bond was there from the first vlog. Educational with charisma, charm and humour. The only problem I have is, I can't find itchyphotos.com......Help!!!!!! Could you please put a link up. Many thanks. Callum.
Glad to hear you enjoy the channel unfortunately itchy was sadly hacked and is no longer on line. I've replaced it with learnshots.com which is virtually the same. All free and you can upload your shots for critique in the gallery if you so wish. You will normally get 100% help and constructive remarks, we are only there to help you learn :)
I've come late to your channel but I really like your videos and I've subscribed. You are not the typical TH-cam celebrity as you are a professional photographer which gives you credibility, you have an engaging and quirky style that entertains (although a very British sense of humour) and obviously you inform and explain well. I've learnt about flash photography from you and already put the lessons into practice. You don't seem fazed when upstaged by a hoover or cat! My photography is mostly landscape so if you were to do a series on that subject then I'd appreciate it also I'd like to see a little more of the beautiful Vanessa please.
Interesting video! I've been wanting to get into macro as a winter thing. What kind of rail is that? I've been looking at one from Cognisys but it's a bit pricey. How has the Kuangren macro flash been holding up? Does it have similar functionality to the Canon macro flash?
Hi Phill, I have a question. When you first show the image of the match stick in that screen, you say that the depth of field is so narrow even at F11... I thought the lens would be open to its maximum aperture to let you focus in live view, and only stopped down when you actually take the picture. How did you force the aperture before releasing the shutter?
I'm not quite sure how Canon handles this (I'm using Rolleiflex and Nikon) but at least Nikon will show you a stopped down live view image at the aperture you'll be taking the picture with. If that should not be the case you can always use the DOF preview button to stop down the lens. Without bright modeling light and while looking through the viewfinder it will be hard to see anything though when stopped down to say 16 or even 22.
Absolutely fantastic, I have the Canon 100mm f2.8 1:1 macro with the ring flash and Mrs H bought me a decent manual rail and thus far that's all I have needed. Also I'm somewhat limited due to the physical aspects of setting up, but your rail and lens were amazing. I don't think you mention the ratio you were working at or that of the 60mm? I apologise if I missed it. But I've got to ask: When you were photographing in the pre-digital age I'm presuming you did quite a bit of macro, and I do remember you saying that practically all your work was done in camera. So the question is, did you, or your developers, ever do any manual focus stacking? Out of all the people who make videos on TH-cam you are the one I would most like to sit down with and try and learn a fraction of what you know. So any questions I ask are out of that curiosity. I hope your ear infection clears up soon, they are awful not just for the pain and loss of hearing but also your balance.
Great series of videos. The other way to control your camera is to use 'Digicam control" which shifts the lens focal point and eliminates all the vibration. You simply connect the camera to a USB port on the computer. Set you near and far focus points, adjust the number of shots and go have coffee. (or tea) I use Affinity Photo for my stacking and find it better than most bought packages.
I realy like your videos lots of realy good tips and tips and things to think about so can contineue to improve as an photografer (= keep up the good and fun work (=
@@PhillipMcCordall Hi Phillip how is the sturdiness and durability of the flash arms, are they still holding up? I am thinking to buy this flash, I would just like to know about your experience of long term use.
@@herpinglao It's holding up pretty well, but I certainly wouldn't run around the garden with it, I was a bit over zealous with it, when crushing it into a camera bag, one of the arms popped off , although I managed to pop it back on :)
Thanks for the great video. I would love to find where I could buy the type of programmable advancer you are using. It would also work great for time lapse.
Amazing rig that you have. The funning thing is that I was looking for macro setups this entire week. Thanks for help me out without knowing ahahha. Great video!
Yet another great video from you Phillip. Thanks ever so much. Done a little bit of macro with reversing rings and find it great outside in the summer but focus stacking would be very difficult. I do have a very cheap rail which is very flimsy but after watching your video i think I'll have another go and see what we get. :) Thanks again.
Try shooting with multiple exposure and change the focus very slowly while shooting the stacking should align every shot within reason, that way you don't need a rail at all
Hi Phillip, Thanks for that. I meant the stacking would be difficult because I'm shooting live bugs out in the open air so by the time i've even set up a tripod they've normally gone so have to shoot handheld as fast as I can. Makes things a little tricky for stacking...unless I choose snails. :)
Mr. Phillip, You are awesome! I keep watching You for years! Every episide is like a festival for me. Strong health to You! Best regards from Ukraine!
Love the videos (Just subscribed). Who makes the focus slider ? it looks like the bees knees! It would be very nice indeed if you would put information up the products you use.
The flash is the Macro Twin Flash KX-800 available at www.venuslens.net/product/macro-twin-flash-kx-800/
Cheers from the USA.
Long time no see. Good to see you. Very nice tutorial.
splendid work
@PhillipMcCordall ! You are a great photographer I love you videos its very simple and helpful for beginners! I have canon T5i with 18-55mm lens and Im looking for nice and decent upgrade so I can shot some Macro shots of Birds- inserts- nature without being super close to them, Please help me out your response and suggestions means alot! " Subscribed ✌️"
Did you make a follow up video about that macro motorized rail? Would love to see more in depth on that! Great video!
great video Phill love it
Thanks shaun, hope your well.
im Phill good to see you back as weel :) talk soon
I'll let you know the results. I have a Canon macro lens and also a analogue 70-210 with macro (more close-up in reality) and a close up bellows. Expecting some good results even though reckon a lot of effort might be required. Thank you for the video.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge Phill!
Hi Phillip.
I've just started to watch your channel and after watching many others I've found my mentor. You! The bond was there from the first vlog. Educational with charisma, charm and humour. The only problem I have is, I can't find itchyphotos.com......Help!!!!!! Could you please put a link up.
Many thanks.
Callum.
Glad to hear you enjoy the channel unfortunately itchy was sadly hacked and is no longer on line. I've replaced it with learnshots.com which is virtually the same. All free and you can upload your shots for critique in the gallery if you so wish. You will normally get 100% help and constructive remarks, we are only there to help you learn :)
Many thanks Phillip.
Outstanding
Welcome back Phil!!! Thrilled!!!
Excellent video phillip thanks
maybe touch on diffusion, another critical aspect of macro work. nice video!
Sound wasn't bad! Thanks for an awesome video!
I think those flashes desperately need diffusing.
Thanks
I've come late to your channel but I really like your videos and I've subscribed. You are not the typical TH-cam celebrity as you are a professional photographer which gives you credibility, you have an engaging and quirky style that entertains (although a very British sense of humour) and obviously you inform and explain well. I've learnt about flash photography from you and already put the lessons into practice. You don't seem fazed when upstaged by a hoover or cat! My photography is mostly landscape so if you were to do a series on that subject then I'd appreciate it also I'd like to see a little more of the beautiful Vanessa please.
Thaks Howard, nice comment.
Interesting video! I've been wanting to get into macro as a winter thing. What kind of rail is that? I've been looking at one from Cognisys but it's a bit pricey. How has the Kuangren macro flash been holding up? Does it have similar functionality to the Canon macro flash?
The rail I use is a prototype and not yet available, sorry.
Hi Phill, I have a question. When you first show the image of the match stick in that screen, you say that the depth of field is so narrow even at F11... I thought the lens would be open to its maximum aperture to let you focus in live view, and only stopped down when you actually take the picture. How did you force the aperture before releasing the shutter?
I'm not quite sure how Canon handles this (I'm using Rolleiflex and Nikon) but at least Nikon will show you a stopped down live view image at the aperture you'll be taking the picture with. If that should not be the case you can always use the DOF preview button to stop down the lens. Without bright modeling light and while looking through the viewfinder it will be hard to see anything though when stopped down to say 16 or even 22.
what is the adapter that you used to connect the two lenses called?
Fantastic video Phillip. Now I watched all 4 and they were all great!
Hi Phil, Great timing, I just bought that lense. Thanks.
Great vid - really informative and I didn't notice a problem with the sound :)
Absolutely fantastic, I have the Canon 100mm f2.8 1:1 macro with the ring flash and Mrs H bought me a decent manual rail and thus far that's all I have needed. Also I'm somewhat limited due to the physical aspects of setting up, but your rail and lens were amazing. I don't think you mention the ratio you were working at or that of the 60mm? I apologise if I missed it. But I've got to ask: When you were photographing in the pre-digital age I'm presuming you did quite a bit of macro, and I do remember you saying that practically all your work was done in camera. So the question is, did you, or your developers, ever do any manual focus stacking? Out of all the people who make videos on TH-cam you are the one I would most like to sit down with and try and learn a fraction of what you know. So any questions I ask are out of that curiosity.
I hope your ear infection clears up soon, they are awful not just for the pain and loss of hearing but also your balance.
Thanks for another great video!!
Great series of videos. The other way to control your camera is to use 'Digicam control" which shifts the lens focal point and eliminates all the vibration.
You simply connect the camera to a USB port on the computer. Set you near and far focus points, adjust the number of shots and go have coffee. (or tea)
I use Affinity Photo for my stacking and find it better than most bought packages.
Now Canon borrowed you the Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.8 1-5x Macro Photo.
Love your videos
Well done, thx!
I realy like your videos lots of realy good tips and tips and things to think about so can contineue to improve as an photografer (=
keep up the good and fun work (=
Hi Phillip, what is the focus stacking software you use? Thanks for the video!
Zarena
Helicon is another great software from HeliconSoft.com
Hi phillip, do you recommend the twin flash that you are using in the video? What's your review on it like? Thanks in advance
To be honest I haven't done a review on it yet. It's very good and not so expensive,let's just say I'm happy with it.
@@PhillipMcCordall Hi Phillip how is the sturdiness and durability of the flash arms, are they still holding up? I am thinking to buy this flash, I would just like to know about your experience of long term use.
@@herpinglao It's holding up pretty well, but I certainly wouldn't run around the garden with it, I was a bit over zealous with it, when crushing it into a camera bag, one of the arms popped off , although I managed to pop it back on :)
Great job Phill. :)
Good little vid . Thanks Phillip
Great video!
Which electric Rail is good for a beginner?
To be honest I would start with a manual rail, when you can use that you will see what you need as an auto one .
Wonderful! Thank you for sharing!
Great video series!thank you philipp!
Thanks for the great video. I would love to find where I could buy the type of programmable advancer you are using. It would also work great for time lapse.
It will be available in two weeks at a very good price, as soon as I get one , I'll do a review, the one on the film is a prototype.
Awesome. Thank you!
Hello Phillip. Sorry if I missed it. Did you ever list where to buy the programmable advancer? Thanks.
Hi I'm also interested in the programmable slider if you have anymore info ?
What kind of battery grip is that on your camera? I've only seen a little LCD screen like that on the 1D.
It's the Poloroid grip model PLGR 187D That's the Canon 7D VERSION
Thanks
A great result Philip, thanks...
thank you
Is that automatic advancer something you can buy somewhere?
I think it's being launched at the beginning of febuary I'll do a review of it ASAP, when I get the final version.
Nice, Phillip. Focus stacking is a great way to go, and it's interesting to see your setup for doing that. :)
Amazing rig that you have. The funning thing is that I was looking for macro setups this entire week. Thanks for help me out without knowing ahahha. Great video!
Yet another great video from you Phillip. Thanks ever so much. Done a little bit of macro with reversing rings and find it great outside in the summer but focus stacking would be very difficult. I do have a very cheap rail which is very flimsy but after watching your video i think I'll have another go and see what we get. :) Thanks again.
Try shooting with multiple exposure and change the focus very slowly while shooting the stacking should align every shot within reason, that way you don't need a rail at all
Hi Phillip, Thanks for that. I meant the stacking would be difficult because I'm shooting live bugs out in the open air so by the time i've even set up a tripod they've normally gone so have to shoot handheld as fast as I can. Makes things a little tricky for stacking...unless I choose snails. :)