@triptych_angel I've been wondering about this, too! Thanks for asking the question about it. The past couple days I have thought of trying it by just taking off the lens and turning it around. I would have to hold it (no adapter) so wasn't too sure if that would hurt the camera in any way. Looking forward to reading the answers (:
@cfitzgerald Yep, that's basically it. I find the 50mm fits in the mount, so it's easier to hold steady than the kit lens. You want to have good lighting (natural is best), otherwise it's really difficult. To be honest, I end up with more blurry shots than usable ones, but you do get lucky once in a while. It's all about the trial and error :).
@ca_dev That's how I do it, and so far I haven't had any problems. Just be sure to hold it securely to avoid getting dust on the sensor.
@triptych_angel Thanks for this thread? I have been wondering myself. I also just bought macro filters for $13 from Amazon and those have been getting some great close ups too.
I read an article in our outdoor mag - Go ( could possibly find it on the net) Anyway they say take the lens off and remove any polarizing filter from the front , turn it around and hold steady on the camera . Only do it in a controlled environment ie no wind dust etc and then to focus requires rocking back and forth gently while shooting liberally :-)
@calumpit From what I've read and seen, it is when you use a non-macro lens and reverse it in order to take a macro shot. Take the lens off the camera, turn it around and take a photo through what is usually the front of the lens. You have to hold the lens up against the camera body or buy an adapter.
@nicolekos Hmm, that's really strange. I've never had that problem. I see you shot with a Nikon (I use Canon), I wouldn't think that would affect it, but perhaps?
@calumpit I think it allows you to get closer than if the lens were on properly. I couldn't get it to work for me at all. Couldn't get any focus ): I'm hoping to learn more about this from others on here.
I have just started doing "Reverse Macro" and I have been pretty impressed with the results (using the kit lens- 18-55). My first attempt was a COMPLETE failure but I have definitely improved. Here is what I learned so far:
-you want bright lighting!!! This will allow for faster shutter speeds and less chance of having a blurry photo.
-Start out with a stationary object. A ruler would be a great example of an object that would be able to focus on and give you an accurate idea of the size and focus relationship.
- You will probably want to shoot in full manual mode (I think that you have to do this with Nikon) to have greater control of shutter speeds
- the f-stop will make a difference in the photo, so start out with something in the middle (like 8-11)
-a cheap 'reverse macro adapter' is great for more control, but you can get perfectly sharp photos handheld too. Still, i think the adapter is totally worth the few dollars
Another important aspect about having the inexpensive adapter - it protects your sensor! Doing reverse macro hand-held means that dust and debris can get inside your camera and onto the sensor which could negatively affect your cameras performance.
I just got my adapter in the mail and highly recommend it. Super easy, and it seems extra complicated to be hand-holding both the camera body and the lens.
Here's my first, closest pic ... the back of the Wisconsin quarter ...
It's pretty cool. I have had more bad shots than good ones, but it's worth a try. The trick for me is to hold it tight, firmly, and have lots of lighting. There's a tiny little lever on the lens side that is exposed. I hold that open and it lets in WAY more light. The trick to focusing is to get in REAL CLOSE!! You are only inches or less away from your subject - so you can get some awesome images. I am going to get an adaptor though as I hate having my sensor subject to dust.
Her's some images with reverse macro...
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@ca_dev That's how I do it, and so far I haven't had any problems. Just be sure to hold it securely to avoid getting dust on the sensor.
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-you want bright lighting!!! This will allow for faster shutter speeds and less chance of having a blurry photo.
-Start out with a stationary object. A ruler would be a great example of an object that would be able to focus on and give you an accurate idea of the size and focus relationship.
- You will probably want to shoot in full manual mode (I think that you have to do this with Nikon) to have greater control of shutter speeds
- the f-stop will make a difference in the photo, so start out with something in the middle (like 8-11)
-a cheap 'reverse macro adapter' is great for more control, but you can get perfectly sharp photos handheld too. Still, i think the adapter is totally worth the few dollars
This is from hand-holding the lens:
A friends handheld reverse macro shot:
And this using my new $8 reverse macro adapter:
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Here's my first, closest pic ... the back of the Wisconsin quarter ...
Her's some images with reverse macro...