Canon A70 Super Macro [Archive] - Canon Digital Photography Forums

megaweb

12th of December 2004 (Sun), 18:10

spaceman

12th of December 2004 (Sun), 21:48

Excellent shots and ingenuity! Thanks so much for sharing.

alan

Moon Flower

22nd of December 2004 (Wed), 16:24

Wow. excellent shots. they colouring is beautiful. How did you manage to get that close to these insects to get such magnificent shots???:lol:

megaweb

23rd of December 2004 (Thu), 17:37

Wow. excellent shots. they colouring is beautiful. How did you manage to get that close to these insects to get such magnificent shots???:lol:
using small digital camera is portable and you can hold the camera setup away from the body to get attention to the object. spot the object under a good lighting so that can achieve good shutter speed for handheld. :)

ekrunaj

29th of December 2004 (Wed), 11:55

Great article on super macro and great images of insects. There are two sources for male thread to male thread macro reversing rings that I have included below. http://www.photosolve.com/eShop. Another source which I recently purchased a 52mm to 52mm male to male macro reversing ring from is; http://www.2filter.com/prices/products/macroring.html. Fairly prompt service and reasonable shipping cost.

Jyoti

29th of December 2004 (Wed), 14:05

Absolutely gorgeous photos! Well done!

Sharon P Johnson

29th of December 2004 (Wed), 19:18

These are incredible! Wow. The 100mm macro does not show this much detail, close, but not that much. How small of a bug can you photograph and have the detail? How close can you get to the bug?

scorpius

30th of December 2004 (Thu), 20:44

Very cool! That same setup might work with an A75, which I plan on buying soon.

Acadien

19th of January 2005 (Wed), 16:00

My only words are WOW!!! and actually thanks I,ll try that...:)

Mr. Messenger

28th of January 2005 (Fri), 18:00

Incredible! Thank you for sharing your photos and technique! There's going to be a lot of reversing rings ordered this weekend!

sunshy

3rd of February 2005 (Thu), 22:08

it's marvelous. how can it work so magic? i mean what the cue does the reverse lens does when attaching to just a simple compact DC. many thanks if you can elaborate more.

Jon

4th of February 2005 (Fri), 09:54

It's just functioning like a regular close-up lens, albeit more highly corrected and of a higher power than the ones that are marketed as such. A 50 mm lens is the same as a +20 diopter close-up lens. A 35 mm lens is about +30 diopters.

Monarque1972

8th of February 2005 (Tue), 11:22

Excellent pics!!!

I'been using the macro option on my A95 for a while and I'm amazed at the quality of the pictures it gives me!!

regards

Frank_Hollahan

9th of February 2005 (Wed), 19:24

Incredible close ups with an A70, ya think this set up will work with my S1 IS?

LAD

11th of February 2005 (Fri), 16:46

Wow, those are amazing!

I was searching for info on extending (lenses, filters) the power of my s400 and came here via google. I found some kit onsale on ebay. Can someone point me to where I can get more info on it? Or is it possible to do this with s400? Thx a lot!

erlab100

21st of February 2005 (Mon), 13:17

I hope my reply is not too off topic (if yes, please forgive me)

here (http://web.axelero.hu/rugo100/rc.htm) I just published my easy to use remote control program (tested with A60,A70,A75,A80 - but with other models it may also works) what you can use e.g. for timing your macro shooting. Let's try it, it is free.

George

Darkhorse

26th of February 2005 (Sat), 18:59

Absolute 100% wonderful.

Righty

9th of March 2005 (Wed), 06:02

That is absolutley insane mate! Awsome shot, I can't believe you got that from an A70! That's great.

Spirit

10th of March 2005 (Thu), 11:50

UNBELIEVABLE! I have the teleconverter made for the A70 so I'm not sure if I would need the step up ring or not, but I'm curious about the 0.8x digital zoom...

Is there a reason this was used? (I keep digital zoom disabled)

ChristopherMartin

11th of March 2005 (Fri), 18:21

That is AMAZING! I didn't know that the A70 could do that so well. I have a A60 presently, basically the same camera and wow am I amazed.

HCuppen

12th of March 2005 (Sat), 20:17

Very, very nice pics. I wonder, does that mean that I can fit any 'normal' lens to my Powershot A95? I knew about the adapters, but I thought they were to fit other lenses especially made for my camera.

I am new to all of this, and your photo makes me dream of how far I can get! If anybody wants to give a comment on my macro adventures please visit this thread. I hope I sometime get close to what you did there!

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthread.php?p=446581#post446581

hein

cantara

2nd of April 2005 (Sat), 04:51

megaweb

5th of April 2005 (Tue), 00:16

Hi!

I have a Canon A95, and I wanted to try this super macro. But I've a question.
I have a Nikon F50 with Nikkor lens - AF 35-80mm f/4-5.6D. Do you think I can make the super macro with this lens? Or it only works with 35mm lens?
your lens Nikkor lens - AF 35-80mm f/4-5.6D has small aperture (f/4-5.6) compare to the prime (35mm f2) I am using. You will have vignetting issue. You can try with 50mm f1.8 which is cheaper.

cantara

6th of April 2005 (Wed), 14:43

Ok! Thank you!:D

By the way, do you think that Nikon manual focus lens for E series Nikon SLRs will do? A friend of mine has a 50mm f1.8 lens. Any 50mm lens will do (AF, manual, new, old)?
Just one more thing, is there any difference using a 35mm lens and a 50mm lens? Wich is the best for this job?
http://img36.exs.cx/img36/1071/img15887ea.jpghttp://img36.exs.cx/img36/917/img15894sg.jpg

megaweb

6th of April 2005 (Wed), 19:08

Jon

7th of April 2005 (Thu), 06:48

A 50 mm lens will function as a +20 close-up. A 35 mm will act as a 28 diopter, so you'll get more magnification, at a smaller working distance.

JOSEPHCORTES

19th of April 2005 (Tue), 15:59

I have to say...
Those images are just too much.
So close, colorfull. Grate.

Thanks

Joe

Jon Foster

28th of April 2005 (Thu), 07:56

Wow! Our son has the A95 and I'm sure I have an extra 50mm 1.8 lens that he can use to "play around" a little with...

Jon.

cincophoto

3rd of June 2005 (Fri), 16:54

the pictures are AWESOME keep it coming man...

Osman Olgen

9th of June 2005 (Thu), 09:10

I started photography with a A70 and still could not convince myself to buy a SLR, because I like it too much. Here's a collection of my work.

http://www.dpetc.com/gallery.php?id=298

haloevo

23rd of June 2005 (Thu), 20:20

hmm, those shots are VERY well taken...

I can't seem to take such macro shots with my A85 even. :( Will have to read up on it. Thanks.

haloevo

23rd of June 2005 (Thu), 20:21

ahhh, nevermind... you need an extended piece or two. :P

Ballen Photo

10th of August 2005 (Wed), 22:13

Johnny, I am TOTALLY impressed with the shots you're getting with this settup. KUDOS to YOU. :D
-Bruce

ying_wang

16th of September 2005 (Fri), 06:35

nice pictures! good stuff! i extremely love the colors!

Stompersman

29th of September 2005 (Thu), 09:19

Well I feel left out. The link isn't working for me.

hcker2000

3rd of October 2005 (Mon), 02:58

Will this work on an old power shot A40? If so how much are the lenses that your using? I know the A40 to 52mm adaptor is like $16 and to make the adaptor you did would be like $5 or $10.

megaweb

3rd of October 2005 (Mon), 04:10

Well I feel left out. The link isn't working for me.
Which link is not working ?

Will this work on an old power shot A40? If so how much are the lenses that your using?
A40 is not recommended as it dun have manual settings.

hcker2000

3rd of October 2005 (Mon), 22:02

There is a manual mode on the a40 where you can set iso, shutter speed, etc...

Maby there arnt enough controls to wok with this kind of thing.

Stompersman

6th of October 2005 (Thu), 08:33

Which link is not working ?

The link in the original post.

Ballen Photo

6th of October 2005 (Thu), 11:57

The link in the original post.Maybe He fixed it already, but it took me straight to Megawebs home page. :cool:
Again, impressive work. :D
-Bruce

megaweb

9th of October 2005 (Sun), 21:42

There is a manual mode on the a40 where you can set iso, shutter speed, etc...

Maby there arnt enough controls to wok with this kind of thing.
Not much settings you can set on A40 compare to A70 or latest model.

Maybe He fixed it already, but it took me straight to Megawebs home page. :cool:
Again, impressive work. :D
-Bruce
Thanks Bruce. I think the link down was caused by the server outage previously.

hcker2000

10th of October 2005 (Mon), 23:39

Humm alright thanks.

LuckyLuke

12th of October 2005 (Wed), 13:40

MegaWeb

Tell me. What options did you add to your A70 to get this functions?
I actually have an A85 and would like to be able to use this feature!

LuckyLuke

foobar

4th of November 2005 (Fri), 09:51

thanks good work

Nivek_M4

8th of November 2005 (Tue), 15:17

That was great! I never knew that a slave flash was available. I use a wideangle lens and the flash is basically worthless for it.( leaves a nasty shadow)

evilkenevil

14th of December 2005 (Wed), 17:38

I tried out the set-up, using an A520: the results are surprising.

A 5p piece:
http://static.flickr.com/27/73493670_80e55a346a.jpg

The rest of the practice shots are here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/evilkenevil/sets/1579875/ Have a look at the large sizes, I'm amazed they turned out so well.

Ballen Photo

14th of December 2005 (Wed), 22:11

I tried out the set-up, using an A520: the results are surprising.

A 5p piece: Hello Evil Ken. I agree, It looks as though your A520 is very capable with this set up. Nice sharp edge on that 5p coin. ;)
BTW, WELCOME to the forum. :D
-Bruce

iwannacanon

31st of December 2005 (Sat), 10:38

great macros and great link!
Looks like you really have a lot of do-it-yourself fun with the A70.
Keep it up!

O_T

11th of March 2006 (Sat), 20:44

Those photos are absolutely astounding! Thank you.
*Now if I can get my A610 to do that*;)

Blondie

2nd of April 2006 (Sun), 17:30

Hello everyone. I am new to this forum and am instantly amazed this being the first thread I have read. What an amazing set up with the A70. I too have the A520, though I do not have a macro lense just yet. This is a brilliant site! :)

Ballen Photo

2nd of April 2006 (Sun), 22:39

microsurfer

18th of April 2006 (Tue), 06:19

Great!!!!!!!!! wow, i love it,,,, simply superb,,,, i need to draw your attention to another canon article,,, check this article,,, hope with some excellent results
http://www.microglobe.co.uk/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=2105

kaganesti

28th of April 2006 (Fri), 03:28

wondering anyone has tried the setup wif a610/620?

pickupman92

28th of April 2006 (Fri), 15:06

hey megaweb, would I be able to do this with an SD400? I'm gonna get a lens adapter and was wondering cause those shots are incredible!

wewa

8th of May 2006 (Mon), 04:26

Fantastic photo's!

I'm trying the same with a S2iS and an old 50mm 1:1.8 Canon FD lens but I'm still in the beginning of the learning curve :)

Your photo's tell me that I'm on the right track! Thanks a lot.

http://static.flickr.com/46/139688803_df4ddfda8f_m.jpg

One of my examples.

mjorge

8th of May 2006 (Mon), 08:56

Hello, i´m really new to this forum and to photo in General. This might be a "stupid" question but i have to make it. I am really impressed with this samples i´m watching here, and i would like to know is:

Does the Canon Adapter Tube B-52 work on a Canon Powershot A400?

Megaweb said that it would work for all A series of Canon does that include my Camera too?

Thanks.

MOZO

10th of May 2006 (Wed), 10:15

good

MOZO

11th of May 2006 (Thu), 10:22

hey friend,
if i use same trick with 350d what would happen.
superb or failed.

i want to know ur opinion.

thanxx

muggah

10th of July 2006 (Mon), 08:22

Wow, very cool and innovative! Excellent work!

luketheduke

4th of August 2006 (Fri), 11:12

I have a quick question on the slave flash. With my Canon A85 setup exactly like Megaweb, I could not get the slave flash to fire even though the internal flash was reflected upwards. (The slave flash was tested on a different L bracket and works.) I am using an L bracket which was slightly modified to have the slave flash pointed at 45 degrees angle. Does anyone have any idea?

TMR Design

10th of August 2006 (Thu), 16:39

Wow, those pictures are really wonderful. I use an A620 and already have the converter tube for filters, lenses, etc.
How would I go about doing something like this with an A620 and the converter, which gives me a 58mm thread?

Jon

11th of August 2006 (Fri), 09:01

Same procedure really; just make sure your adapter is 58 mm on one side and matches whatever lens you pick up on the other.

TMR Design

11th of August 2006 (Fri), 16:06

Thank you for the info. I am wondering about the lens that is attached. In the original article it is mentioned that the Canon EF 35mm is cheap. I suppose that is a relative thing but I have not seen that lens or even a 50mm that was what I considered cheap.

I also have a question about this type of macro shooting. Macro means that you shoot extremely close to the subject so how do you get that close to insects and wildlife that will move as you get close or react to the flash or noise made?

Does this system allow for taking macro shots without being so close? I am a little unclear about how all this works. Can you achieve the same result by shooting from a little further away and using a zoom lens? and if that is the case then what lens do I use on my 58mm converter tube?

I know lenses are expensive but I can't see spending as much on a lens as I did for the A620.

lakiluno

16th of August 2006 (Wed), 14:27

TMR Design

17th of August 2006 (Thu), 18:36

cheap? Your on a forum full of photographers here - for some of these guys, £400 is "Cheap"

The cheapest way to get a lens, seeing as your not using the AF, is to get an old one. If you have any local photo dealers (you live in NY, you probably have 100's) go to them and look for M42 and other old MF lenses. They give you aperture control, and they are very cheap ($10-$40) rather than paying for AF you'll never use.

Leo

Thank you. So now my question is this... What do I actually gain by doing this that my A620 in Macro does not do? and is this all close range Macro?

I am curious because of all those great insect shots. I can't imagine getting that close to one of those creatures and it stays there without moving or jumping/flying away. So as much as I love macro I am also curious about telephoto that will allow me to take extreme closups from a 6 or 8 feet away.

lakiluno

25th of August 2006 (Fri), 08:40

I'm afraid having never used my A75 in this way, I really can't answer those questions. My experience of macro has been completely plant-based (However I do plan on getting an adapter for the next compact I get when my A75 gives up the ghost :D)

Telephoto macro would be about long focal lengths and very short focussing distances. I'd assume a longer lens mounted backwards would give you a longer working distance, but I really don't know.

greenlight

2nd of October 2006 (Mon), 22:00

Awesome!

gubak1

4th of October 2006 (Wed), 05:13

Realy nice pictures with A70

megaweb

5th of October 2006 (Thu), 04:35

I am wondering about the lens that is attached. In the original article it is mentioned that the Canon EF 35mm is cheap. I suppose that is a relative thing but I have not seen that lens or even a 50mm that was what I considered cheap.
No, I did not say 35mm f2 is a cheap lens. Many SLR/DSLR users own a prime lens like 50mm and they can use it for reverse lens macro photography. Even a spolit 2nd hand 50mm lens can do the same job. Reverse lens is like a closeup filter and it gives more magnification.

I also have a question about this type of macro shooting. Macro means that you shoot extremely close to the subject so how do you get that close to insects and wildlife that will move as you get close or react to the flash or noise made?

Does this system allow for taking macro shots without being so close? I am a little unclear about how all this works. Can you achieve the same result by shooting from a little further away and using a zoom lens? and if that is the case then what lens do I use on my 58mm converter tube?

Taking insects in very close distance is depend on the following:
1. behaviour of the insects , not all insects are able to take in close range. Try to take those insects in open gardens as they are less sensitive.

2. approach techniques. No sudden movement, patience and move slowly and quietly. Try to wear non shinning clothings.

3. A95 comes with swivel LCD, this would help you to take low angle to the insect.

due to reverse lens, the focusing distance is very close, 4cm to the object from the lens. If your lens adapter is 58mm and 50mm lens , you can look for coupling ring from 58mm to 52mm.

artiec

19th of October 2006 (Thu), 16:14

Awesome!

Chenla Ou

23rd of October 2006 (Mon), 18:36

will this work with 70-210mm lens?

elise1030

24th of October 2006 (Tue), 19:14

RoyB

24th of October 2006 (Tue), 21:44

I have created an article on how to take super macro using Canon A70. Check this link at

http://megaweb.clubsnap.org/articles/a70_reversed_35mmf2/

Some sample shots
http://megaweb.clubsnap.org/a70/reversed_35mmf2_br1/img_4424_std.jpg

http://megaweb.clubsnap.org/a70/reversed_35mmf2_bg1/img_4232_std.jpg

http://megaweb.clubsnap.org/a70/reversed_35mmf2_bg1/img_4215_std.jpg

Hi Megabweb

Good article and great supporting pictures. My readers would like to see this style of info and shots. May I have your permission to use your article and link on my site - Photography Business Tips (http://photography-business-tips.com) ? ;)

Roy

SpeedInfusion

30th of October 2006 (Mon), 13:53

absolutely amazing
this thread inspired me to pick up the adapter and lens today....

paddy1

4th of November 2006 (Sat), 10:39

Pixel9ine

4th of November 2006 (Sat), 14:01

I have my parents Konica/hexanon 40mm f1.8 prime lens and I'm wondering if it'd work with that. Is there a way around it without using an adapter tube and stepping rings? Would I use the zoom on the Canon to gain more magnification? Use Macro mode?No, unfortunately you will have to get an adapter tube for your A610. I believe they are available from third parties (http://www.lensmateonline.com/) in 52 and 58mm filter sizes. With the appropriate stepping ring, you can then reverse-mount your Konica 40mm prime lens. (If this (http://k43.pbase.com/o4/87/331787/1/61633695.10GVTg1r.konica_401.8_KT06999000974.jpg) is the lens you have, you will need a 52-55mm step-up ring or a 58-55 step-down ring, depending on which adapter you buy). The lens will cause vignetting on the wide end, so zoom the A610 in all the way to get a full frame, but don't use "digital zoom". The focusing distance will be very close.. using Macro mode will only make it closer.

Once you have your lens set up on your camera, experimentation and practice are key.

EOSimages

3rd of January 2007 (Wed), 22:42

That is absolutely amazing. Fantastic job! :cool:

greygoose

17th of February 2007 (Sat), 19:06

wow
very very very amazing

miggity.mac

23rd of February 2007 (Fri), 09:31

wow. and i was wondering if selling my A80 would be worth the money or effort. after stumbling across this thread i think i'll keep it! thanks for sharing, the pics are excellent!!

touchmyichi

26th of February 2007 (Mon), 06:59

wow, I passed these onto my gf who has an A80 and we both have a completely different view of these.

TomBrooklyn

26th of February 2007 (Mon), 15:58

Hi megaweb,

Those shots are spectacular and inspired me to join this website and get into photograpy more including macro photography.

I have an A70 and may try something like what you did myself if I get a suitable lens.

Cheers,
TomBk

Per

14th of March 2007 (Wed), 01:55

Great and impressive shots wich have made me buy an adapter tube and an old 50mm lens for trying something similar with my A710. I have done a bit of macro photography since i photograph lots of minerals wich is my other hobby. Now i will enjoy when winter is over here in Sweden and we will have som insects to photograph.

With my earlier camera (Sony DSC-W5) i also managed to take some pictures through the lens of my microscope just by holding it to the microscope lens an zooming out a bit. The results were surprisingly good wich i am unable to replicate with my A710.

I am however curious on how i can affect depth of field in this reverse lens method. From what i read i believe that what you really photograph is a projected image on the front lens, similar to taking pictures through telescope or microscope. If that is true, can i affect DOF at all by changing aparture on camera or front lens ?

Any feedback appreciated

Per

Quilgy

27th of April 2007 (Fri), 17:29

Wow! The photos are brilliant. I have been taking some macro photos recently using the new Canon TX1 which has a built-in super macro mode. I was stunned at how close I could get to things, especially a bee that came into my house the other day. The bee was handheld and the flower on a tripod. No modifications are needed to get these shots.

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/188/471399460_cb1dfbc837_b.jpg

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/217/466307342_3195f8abfa_o.jpg

Other macro pics here (http://www.flickr.com/photos/tavani/collections/72157600121329652/)
---
The TX1 Blog: http://powershot-tx1.blogspot.com

digitalrocks

30th of April 2007 (Mon), 23:34

The clarity is amazing. The background color really adds to the overall picture.

angstrom

10th of May 2007 (Thu), 01:20

I'm posting to pass along some info regarding lens adapters (lens adapter tubes).

someone asked "can the 'B-52 tube' be used on any A-series camera?"

short answer: NO

I've avoided the pricey (plastic) Canon-branded adapters, and have purchased generic (aluminum) extension tubes for the A70, A75, A80, and A620. I found that the A80 required a different tube, approx 2mm longer, because its lens assembly protrudes a bit further when fully extended. The A80 tube *could* be affixed to the bayonet of the other cameras, but its twist-to-lock clip will not engage. Additionally, when affixed to other cams, the A80 tube's slightly longer length resulted in vignetting using certain lenses. The other 3 cams I mentioned each utilize an identical extension tube.

Lens adapters are available from various eBay sellers, as well as from camerafilters.com and
lensmateonline.com

If you encounter vignetting with a particular tube/lens combination, you can probably reduce or eliminate it by altering (shortening) the tube. Every tube I've bought has had 5-6 turns of threads. You only need 2-3 turns; in fact, nearly all my various rings, filters, and accessory lenses DO only have 2-3 turns of threads on them. Before you decide to file or grind the tube shorter, check the clearance between your cam's lens assembly and each of the accessories you'll be using with it -- to make sure none of them will be "hit" by the lens assembly if mounted to a shorter tube.

Louise44

1st of June 2007 (Fri), 16:48

Absolutely beautiful photos:lol:

jw1047

25th of July 2007 (Wed), 02:27

great shots..thanks for the advice.

I will keep my a75 after all....

sethmo

4th of August 2007 (Sat), 11:17

Very clear shots!

disposable cameras

14th of September 2007 (Fri), 23:40

Amazing detail. Great shots....

cmar-ireland

1st of October 2007 (Mon), 07:15

I've just read through this thread. I have used this method on my A80 a few times. I have a Minolta 50mm lens.

This is one of my better results.

http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/2120/theflyjz9.jpg

possiblesmooth

5th of October 2007 (Fri), 19:21

those were great shot... colors are so vivid... the colors blend... i'm really eager to learn more on photography. cool shots!

Damian Wigle

6th of October 2007 (Sat), 08:19

I am new to all this so for what I see here that is some wild work. I hope you dont mind but I had to save and e-mail this to my father.

darosk

6th of October 2007 (Sat), 13:13

Very nice.

Ballen Photo

27th of December 2007 (Thu), 11:16

but where is the photo?
I see it. Just realized it's been up for a bit over three years now.
Cheers to Megaweb. :D
-Bruce

hi-tek

27th of January 2008 (Sun), 20:10

my god those pictures are amazing :shock:

gabo646

29th of January 2008 (Tue), 16:11

lovely

megaweb

13th of February 2008 (Wed), 20:52

I see it. Just realized it's been up for a bit over three years now.
Cheers to Megaweb. :D
-Bruce

Thanks Bruce and also to the rest for the support :)

I just realise how long I have not been login here and also taking macro insect shots. I have been busy taking care of my baby :)

megaweb

13th of February 2008 (Wed), 21:04

Below is shots taken sometimes back by similar setup but taken by A95.

Fly
http://megaweb.clubsnap.org/a95/reservoir1/img_0561_std.jpg

Spider
http://megaweb.clubsnap.org/a95/bg3/img_9814_std.jpg

Butterfly
http://megaweb.clubsnap.org/a95/bg4/img_0122_std.jpg

Cricket
http://megaweb.clubsnap.org/a95/reservoir2/img_0345_std.jpg

powerslave

31st of March 2008 (Mon), 19:12

Kickass!!! And amazing photos to prove its case.

I'm using an A570IS and have the Canon 52mm adapter (not cheap FWIW), and am planning to go for an EOS400D soon enough.

I'm wondering if you could suggest some lenses (apart from the 50mm f/1.8 II) which can be found for cheap. (even used. :))

Jon

31st of March 2008 (Mon), 19:35

Look for old Canon FD lenses; they won't work on an EOS as primes, but they come really cheap. Alternatively, Pentax screw thread lenses, which can take an adapter to use with the EOS EF mount.

pointerDixie214

2nd of April 2008 (Wed), 13:43

I bought a Canon FD 50mm 1:1.8 for $15... this will be it's purpose...

Just need to get the adapter for my S3 IS...

powerslave

15th of April 2008 (Tue), 02:14

I have a 400D on its way alongwith the nifty fifty. I also ordered a reverse ring 52-52mm adaptor from 2filter.com.

I guess this should be sufficient for now.

FireDragon

20th of April 2008 (Sun), 16:13

Wow Excellent work. Its nice to see this thread is still going. I also have a few questions. As I ( think ) understand a 35 mm is going to make the image bigger then a 50 mm ?. "A 50 mm lens is the same as a +20 diopter close-up lens. A 35 mm lens is about +30 diopters." What about a 100 mm lens ( CANON FD 100MM 1:2.8 ) ?
When it comes to focusing , do you focus the 35 mm lens so the image looks sharp enough on the lcd screen and then use the camera to fine tune the picture ?
One last thing how can you tell what size threads are on certain lenses ?. Any thing I have seen so far does not mention any info .

I will be using a A720 is , probably with a 35 mm.

Jon

20th of April 2008 (Sun), 16:19

A 100 mm is about a +10 diopter, so won't enlarge things as much. Since the lens is reversed, you move the camera+lens in until it looks reasonable and then (either manually or using AF) focus using the camera. There is no "standard" filter thread for any type of lens. A lens, however, will have the filter diameter marked on it, usually, for example, 52 Φ, which would be a 52 mm filter thread.

FireDragon

20th of April 2008 (Sun), 16:57

Wow fast reply, I will go with the 35 mm lens. I am really impressed with the macro on the A720 IS by it self. This camera has a setting to boost the flash, so I will probably worry about an extra flash once I play with the setup for a while.I can't wait to get this project together before I hit the butterfly gardens in Victoria.

Thank you , I hope this thread stays going.

powerslave

20th of April 2008 (Sun), 17:08

Canon A570IS + Canon LA-DC52G Conversion Lens Adapter + Bower 52mm-52mm + Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 II reversed = A black screen with only a small circular visible area in the center.

What's wrong?

Jon

21st of April 2008 (Mon), 09:06

Tried zooming the camera's lens? Sounds like you may be at the widest end of your zoom and are seeing a much wider angle FoV than the 50 mm is able to produce.

powerslave

23rd of April 2008 (Wed), 00:06

Yeah I thought as much! And yes, I see potential. Exam week. Should get some trials after that :)

Thanks for this thread.

FireDragon

23rd of April 2008 (Wed), 18:21

Well I was in a bit of a hurry to get a 35mm lens before I go on my trip. All quick bidding was all 50mm lenses. So I went and ordered a CANON lens FD 28mm ;1:2.8 lens manual focus. With some crazy 2 hr left bidding wars I got it for 30 dollars US. As close to 35 as I can impatiently buy :confused:. I ordered all the right components Including a 48 led round camping light to use for a ring light when taking macro shots. I will have a week for practice , so I will post some test shots.

Dennis

Jon

23rd of April 2008 (Wed), 18:26

You're going to need to be real close with that. Like 28 mm with the camera focused at infinity.

FireDragon

23rd of April 2008 (Wed), 20:58

OK so if i got a 50mm would I have to be 50mm away from my subject ? is that how it works ( for macro that is ) ? With A ring light I am sure I will need to be a little further away. I can bid a buy it now for 25 US
Canon FD 50mm 1:1.8 manual focus OR
Canon FD 50mm 1:1.8 S.C manual focus
My camera is 6X optical zoom if that helps any ?

Thanks for all your feedback, I have never played with double lenses before :rolleyes:

Dennis.

Jon

24th of April 2008 (Thu), 07:08

Yes, that's how it works. Essentially, the close-up lens makes it look, to the main lens, like your subject (at the focal point of the close-up lens) is at infinity.

The 50 mm f/1.8 FD lenses are all SC coated. Somebody just didn't note it, or the one without the "SC" is the newer mechanical design. In the late '70s, Canon changed the mechanics of their lens mount; the optics were unaltered. Either will do just fine.

As far as using a ring light, how much distance you need will depend on the particular ring light.

powerslave

30th of April 2008 (Wed), 00:55

Click for a larger size.

Fully Manual
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2018/2453146661_78760c171e.jpg (http://flickr.com/photos/garagenoise/2453146661/)

Super Strawberry!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2175/2453996068_d8b63e0758.jpg (http://flickr.com/photos/garagenoise/2453996068/)

All thanks to this thread! Can someone tell me how much magnification I've achieved? Has someone calculated it already or is there a formula to do this?

I'm searching the forum now.

It's the nifty-fifty reversed on the powershot A570 IS.

Jon

30th of April 2008 (Wed), 08:19

Depending on what your focus distance was, you were somewhere around 1:2.5 or higher magnification (magnification for macro purposes is calculated at the sensor, not on the final viewing size). A rough formula for the minimum magnification with any given close-up lens is (primary lens focal length)/(close-up lens focal length). That's with the camera focused at infinity. As you focus closer, the magnification will increase some. Both those shots were taken with the camera's lens at 19.6 mm.

powerslave

30th of April 2008 (Wed), 08:34

Is that 1:2.5 or 2.5:1 magnification? Cos I checked the original posters link and he said the latter. Just checking. :) Either way, I'm more than satisfied. Numbers are just numbers, the results have opened a hell lotta possibilities for me.

Jon

30th of April 2008 (Wed), 08:37

1:2.5; 40% life size. Remember, your sensor is very small (5.76 mm x 4.29 mm) and macro magnifications are relative to the sensor, not the final print. So you're looking at about a 10 mm x 15 mm area.

powerslave

30th of April 2008 (Wed), 08:43

Aha. Thanks for dropping a number :) I have a reference point now. Wow, I've heard lenses giving up to 5:1!! That must be something now.

traildad

4th of May 2008 (Sun), 15:40

I have been bidding on some lenses. The descriptions mention the condition of the lens. Can anyone offer some advice on what is an acceptable condition for this kind of use. Dust inside, minor scratches, oil on the aperture, fungus etc. How will these things affect the image when using the lens this way. Thanks Ken

Jon

4th of May 2008 (Sun), 15:57

Avoid the ones with oil on the aperture or fungus. Those will only get worse. Minor scratches or dust shouldn't be too much of a problem.

ronypj

27th of June 2008 (Fri), 01:54

awesome work dude.. really nice.. keep it up

goldcanon

23rd of October 2008 (Thu), 22:17

Wow! Our son has the A95 and I'm sure I have an extra 50mm 1.8 lens that he can use to

youmadeaway

26th of November 2008 (Wed), 11:39

Great macro shots!

Ragingblues

5th of January 2009 (Mon), 08:18

I still love my old A70, so this is a cool idea... thanks!

traildad

17th of February 2009 (Tue), 22:13

I recently got out my super macro setup to try some photos for the speed challenge. I am very happy with the results, even though what I got was totally unexpected.

traildad

17th of February 2009 (Tue), 22:16

Here are a couple more.

TMR Doctor

1st of April 2009 (Wed), 22:55

stunning shot,i like macro shot,wow

9941791

29th of April 2009 (Wed), 17:49

your shots are excellent,after seeing your photos i left the idea of buying dslr camera,i am much fond of taking macro shots,so here is my question,do you have any idea or suggestion for such a set-up for my canon g 10 powershot.please

Jon

29th of April 2009 (Wed), 18:12

Get the LA-DC58K, or Lensmate's equivalent, and you can use the exact same techniques on the G10.

Ballen Photo

29th of April 2009 (Wed), 21:28

Get the LA-DC58K, or Lensmate's equivalent, and you can use the exact same techniques on the G10.
Which can be found on this site. http://www.lensmateonline.com/
-Bruce

mikemcgarryo7

5th of May 2009 (Tue), 03:01

Absolutely wonderful shots! It looks so alive photographs.

marco01

7th of June 2009 (Sun), 19:26

this is a great site i cant beleive. what i am seeing.

ok that macro stuff..can it be done wit my s5si..???????

thanks

marco

Jon

7th of June 2009 (Sun), 19:30

The S5 IS doesn't have a good way to attach the supplemental lens, I'm afraid, so you wouldn't be able to use the techniques described here.

marco01

7th of June 2009 (Sun), 20:01

this is sad.

i saw somadaptor on lensmateonline..mabe it could help to get beter macro...???

thanks for the info

marco

marco01

8th of June 2009 (Mon), 16:22

is this meening.....its a 35mm film lens..??

Canon EF 35mm f2

i am new at this.

marco

Jon

8th of June 2009 (Mon), 19:30

Yes, it is. It connects to the adapter via a "lens reversing ring".

mteetank

9th of June 2009 (Tue), 21:17

Hello all,
Great macro shots and setup!
I have an A80 and A95 collecting dust since I bought my G10. I went out to ebay and found there is a seller of a male to male adapter ring for under $10 ....do a search
"male to male Macro reverse coupling ring".
He has a number of sizes. Also, there are a number of chinese sellers selling cheap step up and step down filter rings.
Take care,
mteetank

whiskeyjack

20th of September 2009 (Sun), 23:42

The lens you recommend is a 35mm Canon EF, F2 with a 52mm filter size. I'm assuming that any lens with a 52mm filter size to match the coupler will do the trick, eh?
Lovely pics.

Jon

21st of September 2009 (Mon), 04:58

Yes, but different lenses will change the magnification you get. The 35 f/2 and 50 f/1.8 are both light and in the same general magnification range (the 35's a bit stronger). You could use lenses with different filter sizes and step-up/step-down rings too.

whiskeyjack

21st of September 2009 (Mon), 10:20

Thank you. I'm gonna' try this. :-)

9941791

4th of October 2009 (Sun), 04:24

hi i got the whole set as shown with canon g10,before i start i want to make sure the set is fine, i got canon FD 50mm 1:1.8lens from ebay, my question what should be the aperture value to be set in the reverse lens, because i think the lens which i got is defective, the aperture diaphragm is not moving, any suggestion,thank you

Jon

4th of October 2009 (Sun), 07:53

RClough

8th of October 2009 (Thu), 10:49

megaweb, the macro shots are simply awesome. The detail and composition are very good. Good job capturing :)

RClough

29th of October 2009 (Thu), 06:35

It won't move unless you lock the big lever all the way CCW (as seen from the rear of the lens). This only works on the "old" FD lenses with the silver mounting ring. But lens aperture on that won't matter anyhow; your camera's aperture is what matters.

Hey Jon. I am slightly new to photography. Can you tell me how the camera's aperture would differ from the lens's aperture?

Jon

29th of October 2009 (Thu), 06:49

You'll still be using the aperture on the G10's built-in lens. The aperture setting on the FD lens is irrelevant to the process. Essentially, you're using the FD50 as a highly-corrected +20 close-up lens and regular close-up lenses don't even have separate diaphragms. All stopping down the 50 would do is decrease the amount of light available to the G10, leading to longer exposure times. It'll have minimal impact on the depth of field, which is the main reason you'd want to adjust aperture in macro work anyhow.