How to Improve Your Mushroom Photography

[@peterbredahldam]

If you have any questions about photographing mushrooms, or something you feel I didn't covered, just send me a comment. Please share and like the video, if you enjoy it 🙂

[@anngardiner5423]

Do you focus on the part nearest to the camera?

[@peterbredahldam]

Hi Ann,
Yes, I generally focus on the part of the mushroom nearest to the camera. You can also focus a little bit further in on the mushroom, but I have had too many instances where the first part of the mushroom was out of focus. I feel that if the nearest part of the mushroom isn't sharp, then the image won't work and is straight for the trashcan. So this is an important point. Thanks for asking 🙂

[@anngardiner5423]

@@peterbredahldam thank you, I have had many failures with mushroom photography but am now determined to get it right

[@Ciuperfan]

Do you use a macro lens?

[@peterbredahldam]

Yes, I use the Nikon Z 105 mm macro, but when the video was made I used the Tamron 90mm macro.

[@willfoster7]

Peter, this video is absolutely fantastic and I enjoyed it immensely! Do you use a macro lens with your Nikon camera? Many thanks!

[@peterbredahldam]

Thanks for the feedback, I really appreciate it. I use a Nikon Z 105 mm macro when I shoot with the Nikon Z6 II, and a Tamron 90mm macro, when I shoot with my old Nikon D810 DSLR.

[@willfoster7]

@@peterbredahldam Thanks for the fast response, Peter! I really appreciate your help. Happy New Year!

[@peterbredahldam]

Happy New year to you too :-)

[@willfoster7]

@@peterbredahldam Thanks, Peter, for your response....much appreciated!

[@Hannemanneke]

Thanks Peter, great tips!
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