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<p>[QUOTE=&quot;BooksB4Coins, post: 2794466, member: 36230&quot;]Most unfortunately, TJ is no longer here and therefore will not be able to answer your question. I forget what he used, but there are many different options depending on how much the individual is willing to invest of themselves (time and/or money) into creating such images. Many here use inexpensive &quot;USB microscopes&quot; but generally speaking, the image quality is very low to unacceptable, plus the glare from the lights can cause apparent anomalies not actually present on the coin.</p><p><br /></p><p>Some use cellphones, sometimes with so-called &quot;macro&quot; adapters, while others simply crop down. Others use simple and inexpensive point and shoot type cameras, which often have a &quot;macro&quot; (better described as a &quot;close up&quot;) function/option. Then, those who desire to take higher quality images have other choices ranging from interchangeable lens cameras with dedicated macro lenses or using the very impressive bellows setup, while others use scopes with a camera attachment. There surely are other options/methods as well, but the point is that if you&#039;re new, there is no right or wrong; all depends on your expectations and what you&#039;re willing to do to achieve them.</p><p><br /></p><p>If you presently have a camera, I would suggest taking the time to familiarize yourself with both its abilities and limitations before considering other options. Truly understanding and knowing how to use one&#039;s camera can often be, within reason, much more important than the equipment used. Welcome to the forum, sir.[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>

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