It is indeed possible to do WB accurately with any monitor, no matter how inaccurate. The RGB values are absolutes, and don't change based on the...
Yep, it's a tradeoff. If you want super sharp photos at these magnifications you need to put in some effort. If you're just looking for quick pic,...
The simplest approach is: Camera -> EOS-M42 adapter -> M42 extensions -> M42-RMS adapter -> objective The image above is focus stacked so you...
Not a scope, but a Canon Rebel XS 10MP DSLR with a 10x Bausch & Lomb objective.
Here's what a Lincoln Cent MM looks like when imaged with a cheap 10x microscope objective: [IMG]
These are good questions SP. My goal has always been to be able to take a full-coin pic of a Lincoln Cent that has enough detail to zoom-in for...
Keep in mind that the glass that matters most for image quality is what's closest to the subject. The typical singlet diopters will indeed add...
Should work fine, just need a Nikon to EOS adapter.
OK, then if you take 5x off the table, and are willing to do MF, then something like a 55mm f/3.5 Micro Nikkor may be your best bet. On its own it...
Here is a potentially interesting option for your USB high mag replacement... A couple posts ago you disclosed you own a 75-200mm telephoto. This...
Overall, the constraints are too many: - Walkaround camera for macro and other purposes. Need infinity focus. - Full-coin camera. Need up to...
Making the camera flexible between coins and other purposes creates an additional hurdle to jump over. Usually the only solution that works well...
I think it's common for the 18-55 kit lens to have this or another problem. There are always 18-55's on eBay that need repair. Do you need auto...
I like to use the Jansjo LED gooseneck lamps from IKEA. I add diffusion to them to make them look "bigger".
If you post your pics here we will give you feeback and advice on how to improve. Do publish the following parameters: - Mode (I suggest Av,...
You can't get much smaller footprint than this: http://www.macrocoins.com/example-system-4.html
I've tried to upgrade my T2i a couple times now...I bought a Sony A7R3, which is a brand new and high end camera, but it did not live up to its...
Are you using Live View at least? If not, you can't make any judgements about sharpness.
Sorry for the short and unhelpful answer, the Nikon vs Canon thing always irritates me. There is absolutely nothing that makes a "Nikon" better or...
Umm, no.
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