Show us your Macro Rig

[yeow_Z]

working on this right now.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/s720x720/312828_235606609824691_100001260607739_764958_1746 216774_n.jpg

[Tendy]

Apologies for the cluttered background, there's no such thing as "uncluttered" in our house!

Oh tell me about it! Trying to find a blank space as a clean backdrop is a nightmare!

[shebee]

Here's mine.

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[Candersson]

^^ Actually a pretty clever idea! :cool:
So, how does it work?

[shebee]

Mine works pretty well, the lighting isn't too harsh, and that tilt-down thing on the top of the can helps to light the subject evenly, you need to get pretty close so without it you will get a black "curtain" because of the shadow.

[ctranter]

Not mine (I wish) but THIS is a macro rig.

http://i.imgur.com/QVbhf.jpg

Macro video studio set-up to shoot the colony footage for the BBC documentary 'Empire of the Desert ants'. If anyone hasn't seen it would recommend it. The production, story and natural history documentation is top-notch.

[pelooyen]

Here is mine

Hakuba LH-1 ballhead bracket (removed the ball head) plus RAM parts, plus Brian diffuser idea

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6177/6176396687_bcdf3ff2e1_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6176396687/)
my flash set up (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6176396687/) by plooyen (http://www.flickr.com/people/plooyen/), on Flickr

[DreDaze]

here's my newest set-up(shown on my film camera since i used my 40D)...i picked up an older canon ring flash that is for film cameras cheap off of ebay...it only outputs at either full strength, or i can use half of it...it has a little light that is great for lighting up the subject before shooting...you just have to figure out the settings to dial it into before using...i might get a ND filter so i don't need to stop down to f16...so far i'm really pleased with it

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6152/6178991196_243e37c85e_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/algregoire/6178991196/)

a few samples:
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6155/6178983100_767a471331_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/algregoire/6178983100/)

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6153/6178455005_69b76bcd93_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/algregoire/6178455005/)

[BasAndrews]

For now I have a simple rig. I use one or two macro rails to get the flash where I need it. The flash is mounted on my tripod ballhead. For the most part the lighting is not the problem, it is generally that I cannot focus without a large amount of luck.

Yes, the term useless does ring a bell with me.

I have an MT-24EX on order, so I can learn to fail with even more gear :o

Still, as it stands this is the rig I use..

PS I have the new MT-24EX. Just imagine a camera with an MT24 on the end of the MP-E even more basic looking.

[goatydude]

My set up. 1dmk4, canon 100mm macro, raynox dcr250, 430ex and homemade diffuser.

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj38/canno1_2008/_MG_0479.jpg


http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj38/canno1_2008/_MG_0477.jpg

And a couple of shots from it.

http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj38/canno1_2008/bees1-2.jpg


http://i268.photobucket.com/albums/jj38/canno1_2008/bees1-.jpg

[Snowyman]

Here is my current macro rig.

Pixco Softbox and Rogue Flashbender for diffusion

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004310.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=300&u=11518356)

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004311.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=301&u=11518356)

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004312.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=302&u=11518356)

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004313.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=303&u=11518356)

Unfortunately this rather less attractive solution works better.

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004314.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=304&u=11518356)

Consequently I'm thinking of adding some foil to the Rogue Flashbender.

Having previously tried a Stofen diffuser, a Gary Fong Puffer and variations of on my 580EX II I have come to the conclusion that
the pairing of a softbox and a right angle of bounce gives me a bit of three dimensionality. However it makes creeping up on flies
a tad more challenging. :o

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[BorislavKostov]

http://borislavkostov.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/macrosetup-03-img_4022.jpg?w=400&h=267 (http://borislavkostov.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/macrosetup-03-img_4022.jpg)

Canon EOS 40D, Sigma 105/2.8 EX Macro, Kenko ET 20+36 mm,
Yongnuo YN 560 flash unit, custom made steel bracket for
additional flash tilting, PC sync cable,
foldable home made diffuser

Shots with that setup:

http://borislavkostov.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/gallery_2_18_img_0430.jpg?w=150&h=100 (http://borislavkostov.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/gallery_2_18_img_0430.jpg) http://borislavkostov.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/gallery_2_20_img_0561.jpg?w=150&h=100 (http://borislavkostov.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/gallery_2_20_img_0561.jpg) http://borislavkostov.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/gallery_2_21_img_0680.jpg?w=150&h=100 (http://borislavkostov.files.wordpress.com/2011/05/gallery_2_21_img_0680.jpg)

[yeow_Z]

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6187/6123127467_f1d174d530.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/mack100/6123127467/)

Apologies for the cluttered background, there's no such thing as "uncluttered" in our house!

what kind of flexible bracket is this?

[Tendy]

what kind of flexible bracket is this?

Im guessing its rigged from an old desk lamp?

[Tendy]

Here is my current macro rig.

Pixco Softbox and Rogue Flashbender for diffusion

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004310.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=300&u=11518356)

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004311.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=301&u=11518356)

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004312.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=302&u=11518356)

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004313.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=303&u=11518356)

Unfortunately this rather less attractive solution works better.

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004314.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=304&u=11518356)

Consequently I'm thinking of adding some foil to the Rogue Flashbender.

Having previously tried a Stofen diffuser, a Gary Fong Puffer and variations of on my 580EX II I have come to the conclusion that
the pairing of a softbox and a right angle of bounce gives me a bit of three dimensionality. However it makes creeping up on flies
a tad more challenging. :o

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Cool close ups! I'm detecting a red tinge tho!

[Tendy]

Here is my current macro rig.

Pixco Softbox and Rogue Flashbender for diffusion

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004310.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=300&u=11518356)

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004311.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=301&u=11518356)

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004312.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=302&u=11518356)

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004313.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=303&u=11518356)

Unfortunately this rather less attractive solution works better.

http://i41.servimg.com/u/f41/11/51/83/56/im004314.jpg (http://www.servimg.com/image_preview.php?i=304&u=11518356)

Consequently I'm thinking of adding some foil to the Rogue Flashbender.

Having previously tried a Stofen diffuser, a Gary Fong Puffer and variations of on my 580EX II I have come to the conclusion that
the pairing of a softbox and a right angle of bounce gives me a bit of three dimensionality. However it makes creeping up on flies
a tad more challenging. :o

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Cool close ups!

[Snowyman]

Cool close ups! I'm detecting a red tinge tho!

The wasps are cocooned in a large curled maple leaf and that has quite a warming effect on the image. I could have cooled it down in Camera Raw but some like it hot, as do the wasps... :D

[footman]

what kind of flexible bracket is this?

It's this one,not cheap but it's made a world of difference:


http://www.speedgraphic.co.uk/supports__brackets/novoflex_marmk_flexible_arm_with_mini_ball_26cm/8438_p.html

[yeow_Z]

It's this one,not cheap but it's made a world of difference:


http://www.speedgraphic.co.uk/supports__brackets/novoflex_marmk_flexible_arm_with_mini_ball_26cm/8438_p.html

Cool! thanks.

[Tendy]

Home made diffuser set up,just made from some white fronted cardboard I found at work (the white was tought to cut through!)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/Dawnrider/786821345_photobucket_40250_.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/Dawnrider/786821345_photobucket_40251_.jpg

Covered the front with white sheet folded double

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/Dawnrider/786821345_photobucket_40258_.jpg

And a photo of a woodlouse taken with it

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v11/Dawnrider/Nature/IMG_5861.jpg

[triton3k]

A lot of great info here. Thanks. Will definitely be using this thread in the future.

[paulccsi]

After seeing all these home-made concoctions (Myself included). Its a wonder that we are able to get as close to some of these insects, without scaring them half to death!!

[pelooyen]

Two updated rigs

1. Made a second diffuser out of a disposable noodle bowl, making a second diffuser inside which not only helps soften the light, but stops the flash from moving in further. Place on a bracketed flash it works great as a macro flash
The added benefit is that it works great as a bounce diffuser since the bowl allows enough light through for catch light

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7157/6566683909_819ff38681_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6566683909/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6566683909/) by plooyen (http://www.flickr.com/people/plooyen/), on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7142/6566661803_935c820eef_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6566661803/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6566661803/) by plooyen (http://www.flickr.com/people/plooyen/), on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7143/6566642317_178b6a8219_z.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6566642317/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6566642317/) by plooyen (http://www.flickr.com/people/plooyen/), on Flickr

Then there is my MT24EX rig.
I do not have the ring anymore so I bought a gorillagrip type of holder which proves to be more versatile
Diffuser care of Dalentech (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvlxpAP6JXw)

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7161/6566700639_57a4055e9f_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6566700639/)
Untitled (http://www.flickr.com/photos/plooyen/6566700639/) by plooyen (http://www.flickr.com/people/plooyen/), on Flickr

[The Ran]

Got a link to that bracket? Looks almost perfect for my needs.

[pelooyen]

Got a link to that bracket? Looks almost perfect for my needs.

SUre - Try this (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Twin-DUAL-ARM-Macro-Flash-Bracket-Canon-Nikon-Panasonic-Pentax-DSLR-Camera-/110770614311?pt=Camera_Flash_Accessories&hash=item19ca717027), but typing "dual macro flash bracket" into ebay will give a few hits

[KenjiS]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v170/scifiguy1012/Photography/cameramacro.jpg

^- my new macro rig

[Ynot]

Maybe my eyes are getting a bit old for this type of fun, but does anyone here use a third-party viewfinder to make sure make focus is spot on? If so, what do you recommend? I feel like breaking out a loupe and hood and pretend I'm shooting a 4x5 again.

[altspace]

My "rigged" rig. 50mm 1.8 reversed on a 70-300mm. It works quite nicely.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7192/6782551696_11e2cbe743_o.jpg

For all you Facebook peeps, I entered a macro photo contest. If you like the photo please click "like". Much appreciated! Link below.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150612573337870&set=a.10150610326547870.402632.340667192869&type=3&theater

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7202/6911686345_4ecf1d670e_b.jpg

[Tendy]

Can you stop the 50 down?

[The Ran]

You can by holding the depth of field preview button whilst removing the lens from the camera body, just set the desired aperture in Av.

[Tendy]

You can by holding the depth of field preview button whilst removing the lens from the camera body, just set the desired aperture in Av.

I don't like that idea!

[The Ran]

There's nothing wrong with it, no chance of damaging anything. I've done it quite a few times before, usually when using EF lenses on my NEX-3 via an adapter.

[Tendy]

There's nothing wrong with it, no chance of damaging anything. I've done it quite a few times before, usually when using EF lenses on my NEX-3 via an adapter.

Well Ill stick with my macro lens thanks, with a manual pentax 50 reversed onto it if I need more mag.

[facedodge]

I have a subtle variaton to the Canon 40D, Sigma 150mm f/2.8, kenko extension tube, sigma 1.4x TC, mt-24ex. It comes in at up to 2.8x magnification.

(Camera not included in photo because I needed to use it to take this image...and my camera phone is the worlds most efficient image noise generator in the world..I'm absolutely convinced.)

My diffusers make a significant improvement for lighting with the mt-24ex given the min. focusing distance. It's not as adaptable as I'd like... The way the 24ex is set up stock, the flashes are too close to the lens, in my opinion, in relation of the min focusing distance of the 150mm lens--even with the tubes.

Just give me time and give me bugs--I'll learn to do this macro thing one way or another... (I just put this together, and now it's winter... Arrrrrgggg.....)

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/%3Ca%20href=%22http://www.flickr.com/photos/fredygump/3004960070/%22%20title=%221%20%20Mark%20II%20flash%20diffuser s%20for%20mt-24ex%20by%20fredygump,%20on%20Flickr%22%3E%3Cimg%2 0src=%22http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3034/3004960070_6e91475115_b.jpg%22%20width=%221024%22% 20height=%22683%22%20alt=%221%20%20Mark%20II%20fla sh%20diffusers%20for%20mt-24ex%22%20/%3E%3C/a%3E

I like how you used the electricians tape. I wasn't sure how to finish off my DIY, now I think I know. Thanks, man.

[gmillerf]

There's nothing wrong with it, no chance of damaging anything. I've done it quite a few times before, usually when using EF lenses on my NEX-3 via an adapter.

You're right, you won't hurt anything. But it is a lot less convenient. You loose the ability to have the aperture wide open for framing and focusing, and have it automatically stop down. That said, it's a great way to do macro with things you already have and can use for other things, rather than buying a $500-$1000 dedicated macro lens. I used this method for quite a while before finally biting the bullet and getting an MP-E.

[Michael Tsao]

Interesting

My "rigged" rig. 50mm 1.8 reversed on a 70-300mm. It works quite nicely.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7192/6782551696_11e2cbe743_o.jpg

For all you Facebook peeps, I entered a macro photo contest. If you like the photo please click "like". Much appreciated! Link below.

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150612573337870&set=a.10150610326547870.402632.340667192869&type=3&theater

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7202/6911686345_4ecf1d670e_b.jpg

[facedodge]

My DIY Set Up... Manfrotto 190XPro, T3i, Tamron 90mm Macro, Speedlight 430EXII, and DIY Diffuser made from B&H box, blue tape, alum foil, old bed sheet, and black electrician's tape. The flap helps reduce shadows.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7183/6949632757_7b3e4d35d0_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7177/6803524086_9905280483_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7184/6949633523_9640ca6509_b.jpg

[archer1960]

Boy, looks like you used a lot of electrical tape, facedodge! Looks like it would work really well.

[KenjiS]

SUre - Try this (http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Twin-DUAL-ARM-Macro-Flash-Bracket-Canon-Nikon-Panasonic-Pentax-DSLR-Camera-/110770614311?pt=Camera_Flash_Accessories&hash=item19ca717027), but typing "dual macro flash bracket" into ebay will give a few hits

Will it hold a 580EXII?

Still working on a flash bracket of some kind, Despite having my Sigma macro flash, the 580EXII i find to be better "controlled" and just overall a better flash...

Not that i wont keep using the Sigma, i just prefer the 580EX and would like the option to use it as well...

[Pi_314]

My DIY Set Up... Manfrotto 190XPro, T3i, Tamron 90mm Macro, Speedlight 430EXII, and DIY Diffuser made from B&H box, blue tape, alum foil, old bed sheet, and black electrician's tape. The flap helps reduce shadows.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7183/6949632757_7b3e4d35d0_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7177/6803524086_9905280483_b.jpg

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7184/6949633523_9640ca6509_b.jpg

That thing would do wonders on a sailboat.:D

[BasAndrews]

I have added sto-fen diffusers to the MT24-EX and on top of that some cheap pop-up flash diffusers.

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7065/6836978980_598813da04_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/basandrews/6836978980/)
450D_2934 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/basandrews/6836978980/) by BasAndrews (http://www.flickr.com/people/basandrews/), on Flickr

From the bugs viewpoint:
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7069/6836981776_3c714fa289_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/basandrews/6836981776/)
450D_2935 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/basandrews/6836981776/) by BasAndrews (http://www.flickr.com/people/basandrews/), on Flickr

Early tests indicate even I should be able to snap a few shots...

[Crypto]

@BasAndrews - Where did you get those pop on diffusers? They look like Gary Phong but larger. Are they really cheap? Larger would be great to increase Apparent Light Size.

thanks

[BasAndrews]

@BasAndrews - Where did you get those pop on diffusers? They look like Gary Phong but larger. Are they really cheap? Larger would be great to increase Apparent Light Size.

thanks

From Amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003OSLNH4/ref=oh_o03_s00_i00_details

Note they didn't seem to work that well, but I now have some kitchen paper in between the sto-fen and the puffer, and am quite pleased with the resuls so far.

I have also removed the brackets and an use elastic bands to hold the puffers in place.

[BlackClouds]

Hi...these are my macro rigs for now :)
the first one is 100 macro with 430EX II diffused with lumiquest soft box. The othe one (which I used most) the MP 65 with MT-24EX twin flash and diffused with gary puffer with secret ingredient inside :cool:

[racketman]

60D with 100mm f2.8L and 430EX slave mounted on Boling C-shaped bracket, Lumiquest diffuser

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7054/7032188363_bf78007bf7_b.jpg

[Lester Wareham]

Hi...these are my macro rigs for now :)
the first one is 100 macro with 430EX II diffused with lumiquest soft box. The othe one (which I used most) the MP 65 with MT-24EX twin flash and diffused with gary puffer with secret ingredient inside :cool:

I like your standoffs for the twin flash heads, I have been looking for something to do just that for some time.

Going to let us in on that secret ingredient?

[NoNameYet]

I like your standoffs for the twin flash heads, I have been looking for something to do just that for some time.

Going to let us in on that secret ingredient?


I'm interested too if you don't mind sharing.

[BasAndrews]

They look like the Kaiser flash shoe to me

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190648951760?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

I have some on order..

[BlackClouds]

these are Kaiser flash shoe, 2 in each side to rise the flash heads a bit..... no secret ingredient, I just put small glass balls, I do not know their specific name.. a small balls of glasses around 0.5mm in diameter I put five inside each diffuser... I notice they scatter the light that comes from the flash head.. they give me nice lighting (at least to my tast)... here is an example..

[NoNameYet]

Thanks for the info.

[I'm Sasquatch]

I'll be purchasing a Lumiquest diffuser this week and haven't decided on a bracket yet. The price tag on C shaped brackets is nice. I really like the setup that BlackClouds has in the first picture. Any feedback on either setup and where to buy? Thanks!

[BlackClouds]

I'll be purchasing a Lumiquest diffuser this week and haven't decided on a bracket yet. The price tag on C shaped brackets is nice. I really like the setup that BlackClouds has in the first picture. Any feedback on either setup and where to buy? Thanks!

my setup from bottom to top:

-Acratech GV2 ballhead
-Wimberley perpendicular Plate Module M-8(this only used if you dont have lens collar)
-Wimberley Universla camera body plate P-5
-Wimberley flash bracket Module M-1
-Wimberley macro arm flash bracket module
-Lumiquest soft box (to be honest I dont like the light from it, so I made DIY diffuser)

[BlackClouds]

I forget, you need a cord to connect the flash to camera, I use canon OC-E3 with 430EXII....

[I'm Sasquatch]

Thank you for the information-I greatly appreciate it. Adorama had a c style clamp in stockthat matches my budget quite nicely. I ordered up the cord and box as well. Hopefully I'll have some respectable macro shots to post in the not too distant future.

[toy77]

My last one:

http://img838.imageshack.us/img838/692/dsc0359999.jpg

;)

[T2i4me]

Taking some ideas from this thread I finally made my own flash bracket. I used a bracket I found from some old camera gear, removed the flood light attachment on one end then made an arm with ball head at the top. Used a bike grip and some metal tubing. I machined a piece of aluminum for the base to get the flash up a bit higher. The tripod mount is not on center with the lens but it actualy works out ok. The bracket folds up which is also nice as it's easier to store.

http://i891.photobucket.com/albums/ac112/Hotrodes/Hobbies/FlashBracket1.jpg

http://i891.photobucket.com/albums/ac112/Hotrodes/Hobbies/FlashBracket3.jpg

http://i891.photobucket.com/albums/ac112/Hotrodes/Hobbies/FlashBracket2.jpg

http://i891.photobucket.com/albums/ac112/Hotrodes/Hobbies/FlashBracket4.jpg

http://i891.photobucket.com/albums/ac112/Hotrodes/Flowers/PinkRose-1.jpg

[kipliq]

Would the delta flash bracket with my 580 be better then a ring light. What are the differences? I see most of the rigs with brackets.

[T2i4me]

I have not used a ring light but what I like about the bracket method is that for flowers I can move it around and bring light in from different angles and the soft box gives a pleasing look.

[archer1960]

A ring light often gives a rather flat-looking light, with few shadows or depth. It has its place, but most prefer adjustable lights so they can control the lighting angles.

[Japers]

Nothing fancy about my macro set up.. 60D, EF-S 60mm, 430ex II.

http://www.japersmcjapperson.com/macro.jpg

Most recent photo using this set up:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7229/6958251090_da37aa60aa.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jmcjapperson/6958251090/)
Ant Herding Aphids (http://www.flickr.com/photos/jmcjapperson/6958251090/) by j.mcjapperson (http://www.flickr.com/people/jmcjapperson/), on Flickr

[N.V.M.]

http://www.epicdevelopements.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/setup.jpg

http://www.epicdevelopements.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/wideflowershot.jpg

http://www.epicdevelopements.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/tightshot.jpg

[BasAndrews]

C :cool: :cool: L

[TweakMDS]

*awesomerig*
That's one of the most incredible but also one of the least portable macro rigs I've seen so far. The external monitor seems great for stacking though.

[hadgo]

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5449/6999857650_d266f2f0d9_c.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78754313@N02/6999857650/)
Macro Setup (http://www.flickr.com/photos/78754313@N02/6999857650/) by Tom Hadgett (http://www.flickr.com/people/78754313@N02/), on Flickr

The ghetto rig

1 - Pringles can diffuser
2 - Body
3 - 49mm of extension tubes
4 - Reverse ring
5 - Pentax 50mm f2

[T2i4me]

I see you went for the sour cream and onion, what about the red original Pringles can will that work? :)

Love it, share your results.

[calypsob]

here we go
http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5112/7162229202_c0a46877ec_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/70374000@N08/7162229202/)
100_2351 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/70374000@N08/7162229202/) by LMNO Sunset Deluxe (http://www.flickr.com/people/70374000@N08/), on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7225/7162229488_1b4d9ba692_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/70374000@N08/7162229488/)
100_2353 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/70374000@N08/7162229488/) by LMNO Sunset Deluxe (http://www.flickr.com/people/70374000@N08/), on Flickr
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7097/7162229730_e2a39f76d1_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/70374000@N08/7162229730/)
100_2355 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/70374000@N08/7162229730/) by LMNO Sunset Deluxe (http://www.flickr.com/people/70374000@N08/), on Flickr
not bad results either
http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8024/7162076258_43852e8994_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/70374000@N08/7162076258/)
golden fly crop stack (http://www.flickr.com/photos/70374000@N08/7162076258/) by LMNO Sunset Deluxe (http://www.flickr.com/people/70374000@N08/), on Flickr

[troehr]

What did you make that diffuser out of?

[calypsob]

What did you make that diffuser out of?

I am still making modifications but it is essentially a bottle of body mist, the stuff girls use to smell all delicious and fruitful, and I found it in our recycling bin. Next I sanded the entire bottle with 60 grit sandpaper until it was no longer transparent. I measured how deep the lens could go into the bottle without cutting all the way through the bottle and I used a razor saw from a hobby shop to cut a hole in the bottle. I cut a small elbow out of plastic to support the front of the bottle and used a soldering iron to weld the plastic to the bottom of the bottle. Next I taped off the holes and spray painted the bottle black. After that I used electric tape to seal the space below the flash so that no light would leak and then I began testing the flash. It was still to bright so I began to add layers of scotch tape to diffuse more light and it worked alot better. The best thing about this diffuser is that it allows the pop up flash to be redirected down on top of my subject. I am going to try and add a concave upwards piece of plastic this tomorrow to further spread and diffuse the flash. I would also like to start using a linear polarized filter.

[mek501st]

Will a bracket like this work fine?
http://cgi.ebay.com/Camera-Flash-Bracket-Grip-Camera-Flash-Arm-Holder-stand-/230540944459?pt=Camera_Flash_Accessories&hash=item35ad4fa44b#ht_3594wt_1112
Or will I also need a ball head?

[ziggy25]

http://www.epicdevelopements.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/setup.jpg



How do you connect the LCD screen to your camera? Do you know if the 60D supports this?

By the way at first i thought the LCD was mounted on the fence :)