I am looking for a camera that can give me excellent resolution for photographing small, medium or large insects. I can be a digital o a normal camera.
2006-08-09 15:22:30 · 4 answers · asked by gretaotto 3 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
Above answers are correct regarding macro lens. The best way to go is with an SLR, either digital or film, but I have a couple of point and shoot cameras that will take macro shots down to an inch away from the subject. (Nikon Coolpix 4600 and Coolpix 5400) I have been very satsified with the results, unless it is a critical application where the SLR's shine. The problem with using a point and shoot for insects is - if they are alive - it will be difficujlt not to scare them away! With my 5400, I can use the zoom in macro mode and get about 8-10" from an "insect-sized" subject. With my D200 and 60mm macro lens, I can take the same shot from about 15" away. If you spend more money for a longer lens, such as a 100-105 mm macro lens (around $700), you should be able to get a decent image from maybe 20-24" away.
If you are photographing dead specimens, then distance is not so much a factor and you can get acceptable results with the cheaper cameras. My son has a Canon A620 that will get very close in macro mode, but I can't tell you exactly how close. You can find this info at the CanonUSA site, I am sure.
When comparing the Nikon and Canon's, though, my Nikons all give me 300 pixels per inch resloution and the Canon give us 180 ppi. This might be a factor in the final result. I think I'll have to ask that question myself.
2006-08-09 18:49:55 · answer #1 · answered by Picture Taker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Macro photography is not something that is easily done with a cheap camera. Plus, you will need a special lens.
Either buy an entry level digital SLR camera or better yet, get a Sony DSC-R1 and buy a close up lens for it (about $130 for one):
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/sony/dsc_r1-review/index.shtml
2006-08-09 23:48:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well definitely look for a camera with a great MACRO function, but I don't really know of Many. Fuji a500 has a good macro but get one of it's bigger brothers for higher reso. I think you'll want something with very high zoom, durability, and Battery Life. I like the fuji s5200 even though its average mp. Email me with your price range, etc. and I'd be delighted to do some research for you.
-Timo
2006-08-10 00:02:47 · answer #3 · answered by kaos4792005 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not the camera, but the lens which would allow this. Look for a MACRO lens which will allow you to easily focus on small objects.
2006-08-09 22:28:36 · answer #4 · answered by Marvinator 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋