Macro with a portrait classic
Posted 28/06/2021 - 19:35
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Very impressive results. No 3 has a translucent quality, appearing to be backlit, whilst the strawberry is almost 3D.
I think this lens may have to go onto my wish list.
I think this lens may have to go onto my wish list.
Paul
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Posted 28/06/2021 - 20:52
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Love the softness and limited DOF of No.3. The 2nd image, it's like an alien rave!
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Posted 29/06/2021 - 06:56
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#2 and #3 for me John, both superb
Chris
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" A Hangover is something that occupies the Head you neglected to use the night before".
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K1 - Sigma 85mm F1.4, Pentax DFA 150 -450 F4.5 / 5.6, Pentax DFA* 24 - 70 F2.8
Samyang 14mm F2.8, Pentax DFA* 70-200 F2.8
K3iii + K3ii + K5iis converted to IR, Sigma 17 - 70 F2.8, Pentax 55 - 300 F4.5 / F5.6 PLM
Posted 29/06/2021 - 09:11
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A fine set. No. 1 evokes the smell, taste and texture of strawberry whenever I look at it. However, 2 and 3 have the edge as pictures, for me. I'm still trying to work out how the petunia was lit!
Steve
Steve
Posted 29/06/2021 - 09:58
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Wow - what great set, and clearly a very fine lens. (I think I want one!) No.2 is the one that stands out for me, but they all have that certain something.
Phil
Phil
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Posted 30/06/2021 - 19:03
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Thanks for all the comments - no special lighting techniques on any of the shots, just some PP dropping the highlights and bringing out the shadows. Quite a few lenses are suitable for use with extension tubes but I like the 85mm partly because of its large aperture - rarely can you get a great image with it wide open, but the bokeh of shots such as the sweet pea tend to be nicer (to my eye) than with a dedicated macro lens (this shot was @ f2.5).
For those of you wanting one of these classic star lenses you'll find one for sale at LCE Colchester at present - but it has a high price tag at £699 (without hood) - for an extra grand you could buy a D FA*85
For those of you wanting one of these classic star lenses you'll find one for sale at LCE Colchester at present - but it has a high price tag at £699 (without hood) - for an extra grand you could buy a D FA*85
LennyBloke
Posted 01/07/2021 - 22:35
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The petunia is a stunner, LennyB. I do like the peas also.
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These examples aren't perfect macro shots but do show what it is capable of....
1. Strawberry delight
2. Petunia peek-a-boo
3. Sweet Pea subtlety