Photographing insects that are alive
Screamin Scott wrote: What lens are you using to do this?. A true macro lens (as opposed to a zoom lens with a "macro" setting) in the 105mm focal length range is good.Bear in mind that you will be focusing manually since AF doesn't work well close up. The 105mm focal length will allow some distance between you & skittish insects, thus not scaring them away before you get the shot. Shooting early in the morning when they are less active helps also. Tripods are not much help with active insects. Best bet is a flash as that allows you to stop down the aperture for maximum DOF & the short duration of the flash will stop movement....Here is a link to my Flickr page where I have loads of insect photos under my "Bugs" set.
www.flickr.com/photos/screaminscott/sets/72157601574964226/
Great bug photos! You need to share some details
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