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Macro & Close-ups

Macro photography lets you capture photos of subjects with amazing detail that are life-size and bigger. If you have a compact camera, switch to macro mode or use a macro converter lens with lens adapter. DSLR users can use lenses that are specifically designed for macro photography. These articles provide tips and techniques for getting close-up and personal with your digital camera.


Shallow depth of field

Shallow depth of field

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Throwing the background out of focus is desirable when taking macro shots.

Macro photography

Macro photography

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Macro mode enables you to get very close to your subject and capture its delicate structure. You don’t have to resort to enlarging then cropping when editing.

Extreme macro photography

Extreme macro photography

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Digital photography opened a whole new avenue to explore the field of macro photography, but you still need to pay attention to lighting and some additional equipment is very useful.

Extreme macro: equipment & settings

Extreme macro: equipment & settings

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Using the right equipment for Extreme Macro photography is critical. You’ll need the right type of camera, the right kind of close-up lenses and the right flash.

Extreme macro: shooting techniques

Extreme macro: shooting techniques

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Proper focus and lighting are key to capturing outstanding Extreme Macro photos.