First macros with the 100 usm IS

Eddy

I should be using a flash if possible i understnad yes/no

IPClark

Hi Eddy,

This I believe would be considered more a close up as opposed to a macro (I'm sure I'll be corrected if wrong ).

With regards to flash, it's not imperative. If you have good strong light available, use aperture priority mode you should be able to get a decent shutter speed, even at F8.

I like to use fill flash in my shots. That is, I'll dial in F8, 1/200 and then use my speedlite diffused at around -1 to -2 power output (In ETTL) mode. It depends on the light and how much shadow I wish to create in my shot.

I highly recommend reading Brians (Lord Vetinari) tutorials

Eddy

thanks i thougth it not a macro...having said that thanks for pointing me in a directio where i can get deeper pnenetration on the subject and to be able to go for some nice setup..
I thank you Ian...Yes i will be reading the lords macro book

IPClark

You're welcome.

Here are LordV's tutorials

http://www.dgrin.com/showthread.php?t=143373

Lord Vetinari

good one
As Ian says a flash is not a necessity but is useful especially with insects and taking higher magnification shots.
Brian v.