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<p>[QUOTE="expat, post: 4323666, member: 111067"]I am trying (unsuccessfully), to image my proof coins. No matter what i try with adjusting the settings on my Samsung, the coins are so reflective that when i try to capture the full depth of cameo etc all i get is a reflection because of the mirror like finish. I have tried east and west facing light at various times of the day but to no avail. </p><p>I also have a Sony DSLR A-330 buy no macro lens, only a macro function in the camera settings.</p><p>I see some stunning photography on these forums and without technical equipment like powered scopes linked to photographic software i know i can never achieve that sort of standard. However i would like to achieve some sort of high standard with what i have available.</p><p>Any advice, tips etc you can offer would be greatly appreciated.</p><p>Many thanks[/QUOTE]</p><p><br /></p>
[QUOTE="expat, post: 4323666, member: 111067"]I am trying (unsuccessfully), to image my proof coins. No matter what i try with adjusting the settings on my Samsung, the coins are so reflective that when i try to capture the full depth of cameo etc all i get is a reflection because of the mirror like finish. I have tried east and west facing light at various times of the day but to no avail. I also have a Sony DSLR A-330 buy no macro lens, only a macro function in the camera settings. I see some stunning photography on these forums and without technical equipment like powered scopes linked to photographic software i know i can never achieve that sort of standard. However i would like to achieve some sort of high standard with what i have available. Any advice, tips etc you can offer would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks[/QUOTE]
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