An Introduction To Macro Photography

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  • Опубликовано: 21 июл 2024
  • Macro photography allows you to explore and share worlds you never knew existed - however, it’s often viewed as complicated and a bit overwhelming. But, macro photography doesn’t need to be so daunting and it can really be quite a lot of fun - in this video I’ll cover the basics so that you can get outside and start enjoying macro photography. #Macro #Photography #Tutorial
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    1:26 Magnification
    3:21 Minimum Focusing Distance
    4:43 Depth Of Field
    5:57 The Biggest Challenge
    8:40 Handheld Shooting
    10:41 Tripod Shooting
    12:04 Diffraction
    13:51 Light Diffusion
    15:13 Composition
    17:00 Lens
    17:56 Camera
    19:26 Ethics
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Комментарии • 2,7 тыс.

  • @rahayuyogawati8162
    @rahayuyogawati8162 10 месяцев назад +14

    It’s a strong message at the end to respect the nature even the smallest things. Nowadays, many people crossed the line just to get what they wanted.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  7 месяцев назад

      Thanks @rahayuyogawati8162 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @nacuro
    @nacuro 5 лет назад +27

    As a biologist and photographer, I'm grateful you discussed about the ethics of wildlife photography. Keep up with the great work.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +4

      Thanks @Nicholas Wu - I often work alongside various academics and I'm my experience - a photographer will never earn their respect unless they inturn respect the subject or topic of interest. Which I believe is completely fair. Thanks for the great feedback - really appreciate it. 😃😃😃

  • @calrobinson7981
    @calrobinson7981 3 года назад +111

    Thank you for a great video, especially in regards to your final segment on ethics. It drives me nuts when people have animals in studios, move them around for a picture, or just show them general disrespect. It sometimes feels like people just don’t care. It’s refreshing to see other people who want to share the wonders of small creatures while treating them as real individuals that matter and have emotions.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад +9

      Thanks @Cal Robinson 👍 it's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

    • @user-bu6nq1ve6m
      @user-bu6nq1ve6m 2 года назад +4

      I think cutting a grass isnt so big of a deal but bad handling of animals surely is

    • @Jonathan.Fang.S
      @Jonathan.Fang.S 2 года назад

      The hardest part for outdoor macro-photography is lighting! Natural light isn't enough for some fields. I do think that the reason people catch animals/insects in studio. Anyway I love shot outdoor.

  • @Dexter101x
    @Dexter101x 10 месяцев назад +9

    I concur with your last statement. Its important to respect the creatures we want to photograph. Ultimately, if we can't do things with disturbing the natural habitat, and heaven forbid that there are photographers who would put insects in fridges just so they can take photos, its immoral

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  7 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks @Dexter101x 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @g.3521
    @g.3521 2 года назад +4

    I've been doing macro photography for a short while now, and thought this was by far the best beginner video I've ever seen

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад

      Many thanks @Grom👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

  • @lesliedougan2897
    @lesliedougan2897 4 года назад +3

    Neil I have never given micro photography a thought but after your video it looks like something I could do at 82 years old thanks for a interesting introduction.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Thank you @leslie dougan 😃 It's certainly a genre of photography that photographers of all ages can tackle. If anything, younger photographers often don't have the patience for mastering macro photography 😝😝😝

  • @genesizemore
    @genesizemore 4 года назад +24

    Love this video, especially your final points. As a former active member of scouting, I try to always apply the "Leave no trace" rule when I am out taking pictures. Great advice!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Thanks @Gene Sizemore 😃 That a fantastic motto to work with 👍👍👍

  • @boosbos9615
    @boosbos9615 2 года назад +5

    Big respect for the last part of the video, many dont understand the importance of "small world". Enjoy friend.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад +1

      Thanks @Boos Bos 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @GarnettLeary
    @GarnettLeary 5 лет назад +610

    Great closing statement. Totally agree. Respect the universe big and small.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +18

      Thanks so much @Garnett Leary 👍 Great to hear that so many others feel the same way. 😃😃😃

    • @mitchellmysliwiecphotography
      @mitchellmysliwiecphotography 5 лет назад +9

      Came to the comment section to basically say the same thing and was pleased to see this thread.

    • @PatrickN.
      @PatrickN. 5 лет назад +16

      I agree also, except for cutting a blade of grass down?

    • @UCCi6g4buFK8dVtAxbFYEKzA
      @UCCi6g4buFK8dVtAxbFYEKzA 4 года назад +4

      Yeah, me 2. Kudos on the ethics part in the end!

    • @ianjamiesonmusic
      @ianjamiesonmusic 4 года назад +2

      Agreed!

  • @flyguy22190
    @flyguy22190 2 года назад +6

    I'm only 3 minutes into the video and I have to say... you are an absolute professional. I love how you just cut to the chase instead of having long introductions or demands to like and subscribe to your videos.

    • @kristianvrum8979
      @kristianvrum8979 Год назад

      Well, I'm three minutes into the video too, and I'm debating weather I should continue watching or not, as I suspect this will be a waste of time. This is the umpteenth vid I've watched where the creator tries to explain magnification ratios, but fails to mention how the distance between subject and camera affects the image size on the sensor.

  • @Kick_Rocks_
    @Kick_Rocks_ 3 года назад +2

    Your explanation and ruler demonstration of ‘minimum focus distance’ was the most easiest and direct way I’ve seen it shown in a video.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Kick Rocks 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @routebeard
    @routebeard Год назад +17

    Wow, it may be 4 years old but this has to be one of the most informative and interesting videos I have watched. You are knowledgable, engaging and manage to keep things simple and understandable. I have subscribed to your channel and hope to enjoy many more similar videos.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  Год назад

      Thanks @routebeard 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

    • @prince5168
      @prince5168 Год назад

      Simply amazing! Great details! ❤

  • @yanchouser7364
    @yanchouser7364 4 года назад +8

    It's nice to hear someone who delivers not just hang on to fill the time space. This guy to me is fast blanc and educational, he just tells it.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Thanks so much @Yancho User 👍 Very much appreciate the kind words 😃😃😃

  • @frednorman1
    @frednorman1 5 лет назад +173

    The best tutorial I’ve seen yet in macro photography. Outstanding job!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +5

      Thanks @F. Norman 😃 Really appreciate the kind words. 👍👍👍

    • @herpinglao
      @herpinglao 4 года назад

      @@neilfisher I had exactly the same comment, very informative and helpful tutorial, thanks very much!

    • @AirFlights
      @AirFlights 4 года назад +1

      @@neilfisher Please tell me which camera are you using on the video? Very good 4k quality

  • @diverspudph1310
    @diverspudph1310 3 года назад +17

    More than the tips, I love the messaging towards the ending

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад +1

      Thanks @Diverspud PH 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @galanonim8137
    @galanonim8137 3 года назад +4

    I´m an very experienced photographer but i can tell you, that this is one of the best videos for all those who are interested to begin with macro photography i've ever seen. Thumbs up!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад +1

      Many thanks @Gal Anonim 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

  • @MartinZero
    @MartinZero 5 лет назад +324

    This was a really engaging video, informative and interesting. You are very concise and to the point. I also love the part about Ethics at the end. All in all quite a brilliant video 👍🏼

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +10

      Many thanks @Martin Zero 😃😃😃 It's nice to hear that so many others appreciate the ethical discussion too. 👍🏼

    • @captalfred
      @captalfred 5 лет назад +9

      Me too. I have never heard anything like this in a RUclips video. Ethics is the part which i loved.

    • @eyedownload
      @eyedownload 5 лет назад +3

      I have to weigh in too! Loved the kindness , I mean ethics bit! Great comprehensively presented video! Thank you!

    • @pthompson108
      @pthompson108 5 лет назад +2

      Thanks for typing out my comment for me mate .

    • @missmisiowa
      @missmisiowa 5 лет назад +3

      yeah, LOL, don't cut grass with scissors.

  • @tsuyuehleu8569
    @tsuyuehleu8569 3 года назад +5

    I was standing at the end of my Photography Life , .....You show me there is way that can lead me to another new beginning Life, Thank you so much!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Tsuyueh Leu - that's quite the statement😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

  • @OnyxLee
    @OnyxLee 5 лет назад +21

    Wow! I don't usually say this lightly. The quality of this tutorial is the top notch. All the concepts and ethics are covered with just enough details and core principles, no bullshit and fillers. This video will now become my highest standard of making any video tutorials, no matter the topics

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +3

      Many thanks @Onyx Lee 👍 Greatly appreciate the kind words 😃😃😃

  • @whitecinnamon
    @whitecinnamon 3 года назад +2

    I'm giving a like just for that final words on ethics. It exasperates me too when macro photographers cut grass or leaves with scissors just to take a picture.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад +1

      Thanks @whitecinnamon 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @allisonkrausedanielsen9849
    @allisonkrausedanielsen9849 2 года назад +8

    Such a helpful video! I also appreciate your comments on ethics. As a biologist, I care deeply about the natural world and I'm glad you are bringing this info to photographers who may not have the biological background!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад +1

      Thanks @Allison Krause Danielsen 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад

      Thanks @Allison Krause Danielsen 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

    • @SkaterChick1972
      @SkaterChick1972 11 месяцев назад

      💯💯💯💯💯💚💚💚

  • @leninmoreno4020
    @leninmoreno4020 4 года назад +18

    Sir, you explain things really clear and concisely. Every time you explained a point I noticed how you were showing your point with your filmmaking. As a I have a new found interest in macro photography I really enjoyed this video and I had no idea about the lengths that some photographers take to shoot the perfect shot. Thank you for explaining your last point, I couldn’t agree more. -Cheers

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Many thanks @Lenin Moreno 👍 Super happy to hear that you enjoyed this 😃😃😃

  • @yellow_scratch
    @yellow_scratch 3 месяца назад +2

    By far the best video about this topic. 21 minutes well spent

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 месяца назад

      Thanks @yellow_scratch 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

  • @AngelVazquez-xh1dh
    @AngelVazquez-xh1dh 4 года назад +15

    The dog playing alone with the stick was so lovely

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад +1

      @Rafael Vázquez he certainly does love to chew on a good stick 😃

  • @jasonmhorton9978
    @jasonmhorton9978 5 лет назад +51

    What a fantastic video! Simple to understand yet full of great information. I will absolutely be referring back to this video when I start my macro photography endeavors next month. Thank you for this!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks the feedback +Pathfinding - greatly appreciated 😀😀😀

    • @debipaikaray9084
      @debipaikaray9084 4 года назад +1

      @@neilfisher you make me love macro photography even more.. a superb video tutorial..
      Will you please suggest me a macro lens. I am a beginner.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      @Debi Paikaray - honestly, any macro lens with a 1:1 mag option is perfect to start with 👍

  • @HeadShotMGOO
    @HeadShotMGOO 5 лет назад +3

    Hi Mate.
    I have been doing Macro for about 6 years now and know everything there is to know.
    I have read hundreds of books and web pages.
    I have watched countless videos.
    I must say that this video explains all the basics so clear that anyone could understand.
    Everything you mentioned is 100% actuate.
    Well done and happy to subscribe.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Thanks @Brendan Kauffman 👍 What you've detailed is the exact reason I created this video. When I began shooting macro photography RUclips didn't exist - and to have had a resource like social media to learn from would have been incredibly helpful... hence this video. Thanks again. 😃😃😃

  • @akramdogha3778
    @akramdogha3778 Месяц назад +2

    This video is perfect, an entire summary of macrophotography, all you need to get started.
    Great job and great video!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  Месяц назад

      Thanks @akramdogha3778 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @Dolphincolors
    @Dolphincolors 2 года назад +2

    The ending! “Chef’s kiss”

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад

      Thanks @Monica Alfaro 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @MrAndromedean
    @MrAndromedean 3 года назад +7

    Wow! you had me with the content, then the soundtrack kicked in reminding me of some old school downtempo IDM, and the final thought. Your video alone is such great art. Thank you!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Neon Rei 👍 Happy to hear that you found it helpful and share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @darianharris9735
    @darianharris9735 5 лет назад +6

    The most informative video about getting started in macro that I've found on RUclips, thank you.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Thanks so much @Darian Harris 👍 Really appreciate the kind words 😃😃😃

  • @garysparker
    @garysparker 2 месяца назад +1

    LOVE your comment about protecting the subject’s environment and the subject!!!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 месяца назад

      Thanks @garysparker 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @Taciturno23
    @Taciturno23 11 месяцев назад +1

    Man thank you a lot for this video. I spend a lot of time searching in different videos on who to do it right and this is the most complete explanation in the macro photography that anyone can have. With this basic knowledge you are helping a lot of people.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  11 месяцев назад

      Thanks @Taciturno23 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @nicohediger5538
    @nicohediger5538 2 года назад +5

    This has by far been the most edicating photography video I've seen so far!
    I've been going crazy to find out which lena I should buy to level up my game in snake photography and now I got all the answers I needed to know, to decide which lens I buy!! Thank you so much!🙏

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад

      Thanks @Nico Hediger 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @robertbascelli6433
    @robertbascelli6433 5 лет назад +3

    I agree with Martin. This video had me from the opening shot. Extremely well made and the narrating top notch imo. Wow. Subscribed. Thank you for the time it took to produce this and share.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      Many thanks @Robert Bascelli 👍 Really appreciate the feedback. 😃😃😃

  • @leonrw5873
    @leonrw5873 4 года назад +1

    This is the best video I've ever seen on RUclips! I've only watched this video for 2 minutes and I already know you're a fantastic RUclipsr- your speaking speed is just right, you get straight to the point, and your video is extremely visually pleasing! Well done!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Thanks so much @Leon RW 😃 Very much appreciate the feedback and kind words 👍👍👍

  • @julessanchez9216
    @julessanchez9216 5 лет назад +6

    Neil, that was a awesome video ! I assume for what you said that you use a full frame sensor camera. Your respect for the miniature world is great, it shows your kindness as a person and is a very admirable thing to have. Enjoy your day !

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      Many thanks @Jules Sanchez 👍 Yes, I primarily use full senors for macro work. It's always great to hear that others appreciate the discussion surrounding the treatment of macro subjects. Thanks again 😃😃😃

  • @ThisIsSaipanCNMI
    @ThisIsSaipanCNMI 2 года назад +3

    I love your video and most of the instruction throughout. In particular, the ending. This is where you addressed the macro world and surrounding environment. Tiny critters deserve to live in peace just as much as any human. Okay, let me get back to on that human part later. As I was attempting to say, I was taught photography by my grandpa (nearly 60 yrs in the biz, sshhh!), and he had one very important point. While it addresses, fashion, portrait, model, glamour, etc. it also serves well here. His point: If something's in your way, MOVE THE PHOTOGRAPHER, not the model or your props! Hope to see more. Be safe, do well. ~Alexa Shaw

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад +1

      Thanks @Saipan The Hidden Vacation Wonderland Of America👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @AO-uj7sx
    @AO-uj7sx 4 года назад +4

    Neil: "Backgrounds are often completely forgotten about."
    Cue the dog entering the background, stage right.
    Priceless

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад +1

      Ha... Cousteau certainly has a mind of his own 😝😝😝

  • @royklein9206
    @royklein9206 Год назад +2

    Okay, I've been watching photography video's for ages now and I can't believe I just found you! the way you explain things is just superb and on top of that you're also fun to watch. You've gained at least one fan today!!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  Год назад +1

      Thanks @roy klein 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

  • @psphotos
    @psphotos 5 лет назад +2

    Here it became my favorite macro video because of soooo many good reasons. Environment, Music, Videos, Macro Pics, Points talked, and a humanity ending. Can't ask anything more from you buddy 🙂. I myself love macro photography as I believe it's the most underrated area to be shown out.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      Many thanks @prashant saini 👍 Really appreciate the kind words 😃😃😃

  • @williamsanchez414
    @williamsanchez414 3 года назад +6

    This was a really well articulated lesson in Macro Photography. One of the best I've seen on RUclips. Thank you very much! I'm happy to be a new subscriber. :)

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад +1

      Thanks @William Sanchez 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @arunasrimkus1922
    @arunasrimkus1922 3 года назад +4

    This was such a well put video I can't even believe it. From the structure of information, to the B-roll, it was everything it needed to be and more.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Arūnas Rimkus 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

  • @dalewatkins9889
    @dalewatkins9889 4 года назад

    Thanks for leaving us with many 'thoughts' on the ethical part as well as the photographic Neil! Living here on the mainland across from you, we have a large world of locations of which we can enter the forest with similar shots! Appreciate your cancer and important messages on 'light' as well, giving us a simplified way to understand your explanation!

  • @Kangamoos
    @Kangamoos 5 лет назад +1

    I have been doing macro photography (as a hobby) for a few years now, but found this tutorial extremely useful. Everything was explained so clearly and I learned a few things I hadn't thought about much before (focusing distance for example, I forgot it was from the focal plane). I'm shocked this doesn't have more likes or subs! Excellent video.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks so much @Kangamoo 😃 Great to hear you enjoyed it. Love your user name 👍👍👍

  • @amarpaul_s
    @amarpaul_s 2 года назад +5

    Superlative explanation! Thank you so much. I also appreciated the final comments about ethical behaviour and photographic integrity.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад

      Thanks @Crazy Eddie 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @mgtroyas
    @mgtroyas 4 года назад +4

    Awesome video, I've learned a lot. Loved doing "macro" photos for years with my compact, now I'm waiting for a m43 and seems the party has just started.

  • @Filya-chan
    @Filya-chan 3 года назад +2

    "bring scissors to cut down grass and foliage that may be obscuring that perfect butterfly photo"
    I see what you did here. I saw that video too, haha.
    Thank you for the video. It's extremely helpful. And I'm grateful that you try to protect nature. People don't do that often.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад +1

      Thanks @Ilya Danilov 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @R2StudioMasterclass
    @R2StudioMasterclass 2 года назад

    I love the last comment you said regarding ethics. I think that was the home run point. brilliant video.

  • @TheRicas1
    @TheRicas1 3 года назад +5

    One of the best videos I've seen approaching the subject, macro photography

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Ricardo Pereira 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @jw_film
    @jw_film 5 лет назад +4

    A superb introduction to macro photography! So many tips and examples rarely seen on many channel's videos. Thanks for making and posting this one

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      Many thanks +James Watts, the feedback is greatly appreciated. 😀😀😀

  • @mehtabchithiwala3385
    @mehtabchithiwala3385 4 года назад +1

    Just wanna say this is one of the best tutorials I've seen on macro. Love your style of conveying information, and couldn't agree more on the ethics.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Many thanks @Mehtab Chithiwala 😃 Very much appreciate the kind words 👍👍👍

  • @jmuddy3
    @jmuddy3 3 года назад +2

    I knew almost everything you talked about in this video. Very well explained and visualised. I found it very interesting to watch. But what I liked the most is your deep respect for the animals.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Juliyan Mudrik 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

  • @FlowericiousResident
    @FlowericiousResident 4 года назад +5

    I love the respectable conclusion of respecting nature for anything we do. Thank you for the video :D

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Thanks @Flowericious Resident 👍 Great to hear that others appreciate the open discussion of treating macro subjects with respect 😃😃😃

  • @philipnasca1375
    @philipnasca1375 5 лет назад +12

    Excellent video - really explained a number of macro concepts in clear language

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks Philip, greatly appreciate the feedback. 😀😀😀

  • @TonderaiChambwe
    @TonderaiChambwe 2 года назад

    this is a refreshing video, a lot of times photography youtubers concentrate on the gear instead of teaching valuable techniques and after the video you are left thinking your gear is inadequate.

  • @djpentz
    @djpentz 3 года назад +1

    Easily the best macro photography I've watched so far, having just recently gotten into macrophotography. Thanks for the great visual explanations. Those really helped my understanding.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Darryl Pentz 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @AnthonyNovak1
    @AnthonyNovak1 3 года назад +6

    Holy moly. What a professionally shot and produced video. A+

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Anthony Novak 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

  • @davidgonzalez8853
    @davidgonzalez8853 5 лет назад +3

    El mejor video que vas a encontrar de fotografía macro || Best video of maco photography !! Very complete, awesome explanations !! very Clear. And that ethic part ... it shows what kindof person you are. Brilliant !

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks o much for the kind words @David González 😃 Really appreciate the feedback. 👍👍👍

  • @prim3rib343
    @prim3rib343 2 года назад +2

    The amount of energy put into making this video is exceptional. Was very informative and excited to jump into your channel to see other content.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад

      Thanks @Prim3 Rib 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback👍👍👍

  • @fallenskyking
    @fallenskyking 3 года назад +2

    just found this best macro photography tutorial after almost 3 year from published. thank you for make this amazing tutorial!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Loki Luck 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @hankfoto
    @hankfoto 5 лет назад +7

    Great video! You gave me somethings I have to change my thoughts on like, refrigeration of insects. Infact I spent 2 minutes following a Grasshopper but the end result was well worth it. So thanks for waking me up to a few facts!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      +Henry Bulger glad to hear it the patience paid off - I always feel that a photo is more impactful if the photographer can honestly say that their was no interaction with the subject. Thanks for the kind words, greatly appreciated. 😀😀😀

  • @DanielValle17
    @DanielValle17 5 лет назад +3

    Neil, this was a very informative and engaging video on macro photography. Everything I have been looking for in a video. And my sincerest respect to you for touching on the topic of ethics.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Thanks so much @Daniel A. Valle 😃 Really appreciate the feedback. 👍👍👍

  • @punkpioneersearlyclassicpu4714
    @punkpioneersearlyclassicpu4714 3 года назад

    Thank you Neil!! I learned more from you than hours researching blogs, camera specs and other vids. Of course agree with your closing statements. I've always respected the truth of any situation I photographed. Real life offers so many photos ops. No need to manipulate reality and damage someone's environment. You put my mind at east to stick with my 50 Sigma macro. Better depth of field than more telephoto macros, which I've been considering but would break the bank. Plus I'm shooting table top images, so I can control light. Again, thanks so much for your brilliant explanations of a lot of technical details in the pursuit of our artistic expressions.

  • @Piciamon
    @Piciamon 4 года назад +1

    Yes! Ethics! At last someone cares for those little wonders. They deserve so much respect, they have their own lives and goals, like rising children. I’m happy you mentioned it despite I’m not a macro photographer. Greetings from Poland, Europe!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Thanks so much @Piciamon 😃 It's been great hearing from so many others who share the same respect for fragile macro subjects - but sadly there have still been a few individuals who have vocally opposed this approach.

  • @spongemonster_
    @spongemonster_ 5 лет назад +7

    Really appreciate the bit about ethics at the end. Great video.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Thanks @spongemonster 😃 Always great to hear that others feel the same way about the treatment of small macro subjects 👍👍👍

  • @jennifersmith9009
    @jennifersmith9009 4 года назад +5

    Excellent tutorial, clear explanation of the optical principles involved.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Thanks so much @Jennifer Smith 😃😃😃

  • @TexasCowboy
    @TexasCowboy 3 года назад +1

    The best tutorial I’ve seen yet in macro photography. You are a great teacher. You always come from the audiences/students' point of view and know exactly what kind of questions/issues they may have, and answer them at that moment. I can tell that you did a lot of preparation, including the ruler and graphic explanation. Awesome video!!! Thanks

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Many thanks @Texas Cowboy 新华名记 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

  • @jediknight9284
    @jediknight9284 5 лет назад +1

    Just starting out in photography as a hobby, and have jumped straight in to macro as I think there is a whole level of different subjects to be explored. I found this video very informative and given me some useful advice. Especially your closing statement. Thank you.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Many thanks @Jedi Knight 😃 Terrific to hear you found it helpful and always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 👍👍👍

  • @dinnae
    @dinnae 2 года назад +4

    Excellent video and beautiful images! Great pace, too. I also appreciate all the animations and overlays. It's a lot of work, I'm sure, but they add a lot.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад

      Many thanks @dinnae 👍 Appreciate the feedback😃😃😃

  • @paulverzantvoort9984
    @paulverzantvoort9984 3 года назад +3

    Great job at explaining macro photography in a beautiful (!!!) setting. I especially appreciate the ethics at the end.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Paul Verzantvoort 👍 it's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @Marleydia
    @Marleydia Год назад +1

    Neil, I’m just considering macro and found this video amazingly easy to understand. Hopefully you haven’t stopped making videos. Your teaching stile is succinct and informative. I shoot wildlife with a Canon R5, 100-500 zoom. I realize there is no 500mm F4 in my future! Macro is financially accessible and I’ve always loved close up photography. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, hope to see more! Totally agree on the ethics comments!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  Год назад

      @KELLMAR915 your situation very similar to mine. Absolutely love every aspect of wildlife photography, but understand that my financial status prevents me from even dreaming of owning a big fancy white lens. Macro photography is significantly more affordable and so far, has been just as enjoyable 😃😃😃

  • @noisykittens5104
    @noisykittens5104 2 года назад +1

    as many have noted, i like that you brought up the ethics part of photography. It's the first time I've seen your videos and am now a subscriber. Thanks for all the contents you're making.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад

      Thanks @Luc De Villa 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @George-Thompson
    @George-Thompson 4 года назад +73

    this was fantastic - thank you so much!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад +1

      Thanks @George Thompson 👍👍👍

    • @tonycanzano7597
      @tonycanzano7597 3 года назад +1

      Very informative. Thank you for the video.

  • @CaptainLouis
    @CaptainLouis 5 лет назад +3

    Best video about Macro I've seen on YT. And I've seen a lot of them.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Thanks @Captain Louis 👍 Appreciate the feedback 😃😃😃

  • @franklivermore8546
    @franklivermore8546 5 лет назад +2

    What a great video on macro photography...loved it! Watched it twice actually. Top-notch quality for those getting into photography and macro.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Many thank @Frank Livermore 😃 Really appreciate the feedback 👍👍👍

  • @WestCoastRacingLeague
    @WestCoastRacingLeague 4 года назад +1

    This is fantastic! I learned so much in the last 20 minutes thank you for putting this together. Also great to see a creator from BC doing well! I just started a channel and doing the work with it has gotten me back into photography and video after not doing it for a while. Looking forward to future videos!

  • @bendover-yr4oq
    @bendover-yr4oq 5 лет назад +3

    🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 thank you for this absolutely love the way you explained everything!!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Thanks so much @ben dover 👍👍👍

  • @MASTEROFSAND
    @MASTEROFSAND 3 года назад +3

    It's been a difficult subject for me, but you've explained it perfectly. Thanks Neil!!!😎👌

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Daniel Perez 😃 Greatly appreciate the feedback and happy to hear you found it helpful👍👍👍

  • @bboy_mk622
    @bboy_mk622 4 года назад +2

    I really appreciate the time you took to explain some concepts. With the spray bottle examples to ratio's and what they would look like on your sensor. Thank you!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Many thanks @ bboy_ mk6 👍 Really appreciate the kind words 😃😃😃

  • @stillmoments4092
    @stillmoments4092 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for stating that people should respect the environment and the creatures in it. So many people, -mostly without thinking- will do just that in order to capture that one photo. Great video, I learned a lot.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Thanks @Still Moments 👍 It's been fantastic hearing from so many other people who share a profound respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃 However, it's also been surprising how many others have vocally disagreed and opposed my statement regarding respect.

  • @balanpnb1
    @balanpnb1 5 лет назад +3

    Loved it! I have watched several videos on macrophotography and yours is the best! Am going to quote you on the ethics of macrophotography. That shows real sensitivity and concern for the subject. With the boom in digital photography, every other enthusiast is a 'wildlife photographer' in India. Most have no knowledge about the subject they shoot nor have any respect for them. The image is more important than the subject; which is very unfortunate. Thank you very much for the educative video.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Thanks for the kind words @Bala Chandran 😃 It's unfortunate to hear, but with more willingness to talk about ethics and openness surrounding how a photo was captured - hopefully the issue won't be such a problem. 👍 Thanks again.

    • @renahernawati5974
      @renahernawati5974 5 лет назад

      @Bala chandran yes you are right! This the best tutorial macro photography video

  • @zaidhabib5383
    @zaidhabib5383 5 лет назад +26

    Excellent video. Absolutely loved it, and learnt a lot too. Glad that you touched on the topic of ethics. Sad to know that bugs are kept in the fridge and are glued to trees. Really sad!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +3

      Many thanks for the kind words +zaid Habib 😀 I'm glad to hear others like yourself appreciate the matter of ethical photography. 😀

  • @stephanielinder2696
    @stephanielinder2696 Месяц назад +1

    Coud'nt agree more about respect even the smallest. Thank's for bringing this up. I'm a pre-beginner "macro-photographer" and your videos are very helpful.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  Месяц назад

      Thanks @stephanielinder2696 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @Jayson.Hancock
    @Jayson.Hancock 3 года назад

    That was the best macro video I have seen for some time. I have been shooting macro for a few years and you explained a few things that I have never thought of. Loved the ethics part of the video. This is something I have strived for every time I go out. Great job, thank you!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Jayson Hancock 👍 Happy to hear that you found it helpful and share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @Sawta
    @Sawta 3 года назад +4

    Wow, you covered nearly everything I could think of! I had been wondering about ethics when I was watching, and wondered how much of an issue it was. I'm glad this is a thing people take seriously. Being able to highlight nature, but destroy a creatures habitat in the process, is not the kind of approach I wish to take.
    I am interested to know, you mentioned the downsides to extension tubes, but did you cover diopters (maybe I missed it)? I plan on using both, since I can't really afford good glass. I'd be interested to see some more content about low cost/no cost alternatives, like the cereal box setup you showed.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Sawta 👍 Happy to hear that you found it helpful and share the same respect for tiny macro subjects. Regardless whether you're adding extension tubes or diopters, or both, to a non-macro, you'll not likely end up with a magnification anywhere near 1:1. Adding multiple extension tubes reduces light quite significantly and a diopter alone really doesn't change magnification all that much.

  • @LauraRachelCannon
    @LauraRachelCannon 3 года назад +4

    Loved the info, totally adored the ethics consideration! Cheers

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  3 года назад

      Thanks @Laura Cannon 👍 it's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @godblessyou7376
    @godblessyou7376 3 месяца назад +1

    I highly appreciate and respect your discussion of ethics of macro photography at the end of this video. Bravo! And I completely agree. Live and let live.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  Месяц назад

      Thanks @godblessyou7376 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @danyong190
    @danyong190 4 года назад +2

    I'm new to photography and could use reinforcement anywhere I can get, and I feel you've leveled me up a great deal. Thank you and Keep up the great work, Neil! Subscribed!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Many thanks @Dany Ong 👍 Happy to hear you found this helpful 😃😃😃

  • @sankuradics
    @sankuradics 5 лет назад +4

    Excellent video with massive details. Thanks!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Many thanks @Sankar Karuppiah 😀

  • @mikeyt12321
    @mikeyt12321 5 лет назад +3

    The zoom in in live view was a fantastic tip. I didn't even know you could do that.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Thanks so much @oTURLo 😃 Great to hear you found this helpful 👍👍👍

    • @JBHaber
      @JBHaber 4 года назад

      RTFM

  • @jacobtramel6293
    @jacobtramel6293 5 лет назад +2

    SO INFORMATIVE! You have captured my attention!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Thanks @Jacob Tramel 😃 Great to hear you liked it 👍👍👍

  • @dantheman1621
    @dantheman1621 5 лет назад +1

    The fact that you respect the small creatures as much as you do the large made me subscribe to your channel. Thanks for teaching me about macro photography.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks so much @Dan the Man 👍 Really appreciate the sub, but be warned - I don't publish too frequently. 😃

  • @sarahmocke
    @sarahmocke 5 лет назад +3

    Fantastic and the ethics section at the end was spot on.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Thanks so much @Sarah Mocke 😃 Always great to hear that others feel that way about ethical macro photography. 👍

  • @bivashbiswas7235
    @bivashbiswas7235 4 года назад +3

    Apart from the inormative aspect of the video, breathtaking b-rolls man

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Many thanks @Bivash Biswas 👍 Greatly appreciate the feedback 😃😃😃

  • @gus1106
    @gus1106 4 года назад +2

    Kudos Neil! Thank you for sharing this amazing tutorial, by far the best i've chanced upon. Your respect for the subject is greatly appreciated. Bless You!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Many thanks @gus1106 😃 Very much appreciate the kind words 👍👍👍

  • @rat_boy_u
    @rat_boy_u Год назад +1

    I really appreciated your statement at the end about respecting the beings we photograph.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  Год назад

      Thanks @Ryan Hanks 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @forestchunk
    @forestchunk 4 года назад +3

    This is a great video. Although I already do some macro, it’s still been informative for me. Totally agree on the closing comments. Only criticism is that the Neil Fisher text bottom left obscures the very helpful EXIF data. Perhaps move top left? Thanks for a great video 👍🏼

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад +2

      Thanks @Dave Rollinson 👍 The watermark size is an embarrassing mistake... fortunately it only covers shutter speed - which is consistently 1/60 sec for all the video clips 😃

  • @cropperson5583
    @cropperson5583 3 года назад +3

    Amazing video, very well explained. I especially liked the discussion concerning ethics. Well done!

    • @photobizmethod
      @photobizmethod 3 года назад

      I agree!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  2 года назад +1

      Thanks @Crop Person 👍 It's always great to hear when others share the same respect for tiny macro subjects 😃😃😃

  • @justabrazillian4404
    @justabrazillian4404 4 года назад +1

    Easily the best macro photography video/guide on youtube. Thanks so much for the tips!

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  4 года назад

      Many thanks @Justabrazillian 👍 Greatly appreciate the kind words 😃😃😃

  • @FrederickTCold
    @FrederickTCold 5 лет назад +1

    I have wanted to do macro photography since I was a kid, and now here at 45 finally getting to. Kid again. Lot of great information here, thanks.

    • @neilfisher
      @neilfisher  5 лет назад

      Many thanks @FrederickTCold 😃 It's too easy to push aside childish curiosity, but if you embrace it - you'll experience the world will fresh eyes. 👍👍👍