Macro Photography of insects: with flash

I spent some time doing Macro photography of insects in the garden using a flash mounted on the camera - figured it might be handy for some to see how I go about it!
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Photography Gear used:
Camera - Canon 6d Mk2
Lens - Sigma 105mm Macro
Flash - Yongnuo YN600EX-RT II
Modifier - Waka 20x15cm rectangular softbox

[@TheAndersDanilet]

I love the video. I love the photos. I love your shirt 😂 It’s never just another half mile.

[@jeffwhitehillphotography]

Ah, but we keep telling the kids that so they moan a bit less on walks!! 😉

[@scottcampbell9479]

Awesome tips 😊 could you please tell me the diffuser that goes onto the flashgun

[@jeffwhitehillphotography]

Cheers Scott - the diffuser was just one I picked up from Amazon a few years ago for under £20. Search 'Speedlight Diffuser' on Amazon & you should be able to find something similar

[@robestey5628]

Very good tips - thank you. I have subscribed.

[@jeffwhitehillphotography]

Thanks Rob, working on some new content at the moment!

[@marinellamatteo8912]

Excellent video

[@jeffwhitehillphotography]

Thanks Marinella 👍

[@thenightking7167]

Great video, and stunning photographs! Thank you very much for sharing your expertise. In your opinion, is the Sigma macro lens comparable (or even superior) to any of the Canon macro lenses?

[@jeffwhitehillphotography]

You’re very welcome - I’ve not used the Canon 100mm macro lens so can’t do a direct comparison, but at around half the price, the Sigma 105mm is a fantastic lens and great value - reviews I’ve read indicate the the Canon may be ever so slightly better… but not hugely noticeable.

[@thenightking7167]

@@jeffwhitehillphotography, thank you very much, again. I look forward to your future educational videos on all things macro.