Lenses for TOY PHOTOGRAPHY - The Showdown

In this third video of our toy photography series we compare different lenses and find out which lens is best to shot miniatures. Platypod Pro photographer Kersten Luts breaks down two shots and takes you through the process step by step.
Knowing what lens to use to shoot toys and miniatures such as Lego minifies is essential. In this video, Kersten compares a range of common lenses and explains why lens choice is critical to create images with impact. You'll be making store bought toys look like Hollywood masterworks in no time at all.
Also, be sure to check out parts 1 and 2 of this series:
1. Lego: Lighting Secrets: • Lego®️ Lighting Secrets
2. Lego: Flash vs. Constant Light: • Flash v Constant Light...
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[@gwright7698]

I'm really looking forward to this series of videos. I'm an AFOL and a photography enthusiast, and have gotten my nephew into Legos a few years ago. He told me he was particularly interested in creating battle scenes with Legos for the purpose of photographing them. These videos will be perfect for he and I to learn how to photograph this together. I've got the platypod, the accessories, the lighting, the Legos, and my Z8 with macro lens. All I was missing was these videos! Thank you!

[@Platypod]

@gwright7698 That's fantastic! Let us know how he gets on with it :)

[@bailey.nt86]

I didn't even know this was a thing. Your shots are 👌 I just got a macro lens a few months ago. I've been out shooting flowers and insects and stuff. It's pretty tough cause living things like to move. And wind is always a factor.

[@Platypod]

Toys are a fantastic subject to shoot...not only on a rainy day :)

[@jameshenchy8219]

The lume cube technical your fill light?

[@Platypod]

Yes, in the Mando/Darth Vader shot I use the lumecube to fill in the shadows on Mando himself. In the Ice Planet duel shot I used the lumecube with an orange gel to create a backlight in order to match the lighting with the background (the sun is behind him in the background image)

[@Kriegsman1119]

Which one of thes is best for indian?

[@Platypod]

For indian? Can you explain what you mean?

[@jean-benoitdestaercke3638]

This series is very interesting. Can't wait for the rest. ;-) I'm going to look at Dave DEBAERMAEKER's book as recommended ;-)

[@Platypod]

Hi @jean-benoitdestaercke3638, we're glad you like it! Dave's book is fantastic - you'll love it :)

[@jean-benoitdestaercke3638]

@@Platypod THANKS. I also think I'll like it. Quick question: if we try to follow your valuable advice behind our camera, is it possible to share our results in order to have your opinion and advice. Thanks again for these videos. I'm going to start the series again to make sure I understand everything. See you soon

[@Platypod]

@jean-benoitdestaercke3638 Yes, absolutely. Just join the Platypod Users OFFICIAL group on Facebook, where you can post your images. We're always happy to review and give advice :)

[@GeorgeHuangSH]

Hi. So im recently looking for a zoom lens( ya i want an all rounder so i prefer a zoom lens) for my gundams. I was looking at the canon rf 24~105 f4 until i found out the minimum focus distance is 45cm. do you think thats too much for toy photography?

[@Platypod]

It depends on what toys you are photographing. It'll work for action figures but for minifigs like LEGO I would recommend a macro lens.