Canon A70 Super Macro

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

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.

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.

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 )

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.

Awesome!

Realy nice pictures with A70

TMR Design wrote in post #1839315
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.

TMR Design wrote in post #1839315
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.

Awesome!

will this work with 70-210mm lens?

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?

megaweb wrote in post #350535
I have created an article on how to take super macro using Canon A70. Check this link at

http://megaweb.clubsna​p.org/articles/a70_rev​ersed_35mmf2/


Some sample shots

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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 ?

Roy

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

megaweb wrote in post #350535
I have created an article on how to take super macro using Canon A70. Check this link at

http://megaweb.clubsna​p.org/articles/a70_rev​ersed_35mmf2/

Some sample shots

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elise1030 wrote in post #2164634
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 in 52 and 58mm filter sizes. With the appropriate stepping ring, you can then reverse-mount your Konica 40mm prime lens. (If this 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.