Super Macro with Nauticam SMC

[Deitsch]

I can't recall the exact distance because these shrimp were constantly moving. I had to keep backing up because they would get too close. If I had to guess, I'd say about 2"

 

[chile7236]

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This was taken using a Canon 60mm and SMC so it's certainly possible to use the SMC with Canon 60mm. Also taken in Anilao.

any crop on this photo?

 

[Deitsch]

Good question Chile. I had to look . There is a 20% crop used to straighten and center the shrimp.

 

[chile7236]

Good question Chile. I had to look . There is a 20% crop used to straighten and center the shrimp.

thanks...was just curious. haven't used the SMC (or any other diopter for that matter) with my 60mm...I assume DOF issues come into play when you open up the aperture?

 

[Deitsch]

Yes, DOF is very shallow but it's also a nice trick to help separate the subject from the background when taking pictures of critters on ugly backgrounds such as in Lembeh.

 

[ozziworld]

I found the difference the SMC had with my 60mm lens was not signicant enough to deal with the loss of working distance and DOF.

Agree that using DOF to blur background for subject separation is a good creative tool.

I find I get the most out of the SMC when used with the 100mm lens and a flip lens holder.

 

[chile7236]

I found the difference the SMC had with my 60mm lens was not signicant enough to deal with the loss of working distance and DOF...

that's what i was curious about since i am very happy with the performance of the 60mm by itself...not sure i want to add a diopter yet.