Macro - Testing my new lens

[OldClicker]

What a great series. Thanks and keep them coming! - TF

 

[Marco]

Please can you post a pic of your current setup

I'm just handholding the flash at the moment. I was going to make up a bracket but it seem just as easy to hold it and its more flexible.

 

[TwoRails]

Sweet setup!

 

[dwol]

Whoa, very nice setup!

 

[tpe]

Wow great shots. You can also try putting th eflash on a tripod instead of hand holding it. I like a tripod with a diffuser between its legs and the flash pointing down, it gives very natural lighting, then both hands are free for the camera and the lighting doesnt change between shots.

tim

 

[Dal1970]

I'm just handholding the flash at the moment. I was going to make up a bracket but it seem just as easy to hold it and its more flexible.

Similar to my favourite set up.

I have tried 1 flash, 2 flashes and 3 flashes. Used Catus triggers, and sync cord, plus a ring flash.

However the best is still a basic bracket and 1 flash

 

[Overread39 2]

Great start with the new lens - if often seems to me that the MPE 65 has a built in jumping spider attraction device - seems they are always shot

As for the flash does the MPE come with a tripod collar fitting? If so then you can try getting a mini ball head and attaching the flash to that as normal, then get a bolt that will fit the thread on the tripod collar and cut off the end - this then lets you screw in the mini ball head and there you have it - adjustable lighting whilst retaining both hands on the camera.

 

[Marco]

Thanks for all the suggestions I'll try them out.
I've had the flash on my tripod for a while today, useful in some situations.

The lens does seem to attract jumpers, but I'm loving the mantis' that are out at the moment.
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[Dal1970]

So cool to see these alien-looking creatures

 

[SpaceNut]

Thanks for your info!

 

[SpaceNut]

I just got a macro lens and I can't wait to get out and start taking pictures with it. Your series has inspired me. Great job & thanks for sharing!