A 180mm macro lens nicely isolates the autumn Sticky Geranium leaf against a completely diffused background. A Canon 580 flash created the backlight. Canon 7D, 180mm, 1/6, f/18, ISO 100, Cloudy.
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Cameras and Lenses
All modern digital cameras are fully capable of shooting excellent close-up and macro images if impeccable technique and a suitable lens are used. Nikon, Canon, Sigma, Sony, Olympus, Panasonic, and other camera makers all work perfectly fine for shooting close-ups. For the truly dedicated close-up photographer, make sure you are able to buy a long macro lens in the 180–200mm focal length range for your camera. This is important ...
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