MACRO PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS ON A BUDGET - How to take amazing close up macro photos.

[@usernamemykel]

It is NO WONDER why you have SO MANY subscribers (now including me) - your presentations are very clear, no nonsense, no unnecessary/loud/distracting music, very well scripted, with all props readily at hand! ALL creators of tutorials should follow your lead. I just want to be able to photograph the edges of kinives as they go through the stages of gthe sharpening process, and you've presented a clear, simple, inexpensive way to do that, with my camera's cousin. THANK YOU! PS - did you know that Canon now charges for customer service assistance? BOO!!!

[@oscargonzalez8454]

What a clear and comprehensible explanation!!! It’s obvious all the effort and care you put on such detailed tutorials!!! Congrats!!!

[@RahulKumar-nh3wc]

Just bought my Canon 50mm 1.8 lens. Paired with my T7 This lens is really amazing. Background blur is phenomenal. Sharpness is amazing.

[@photogenius]

Love the Nifty Fifty - thanks for watching Rahul.

[@patriciaclark5935]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you

[@EZ-viewing.]

You never fail to amaze me with your creativity, ingenuity and years of experience passed on so easily. Thanks again for a brilliant clip.

[@bernadinecabanas331]

I bought my extension tubes this morning. i am so excited to start my food photographie with it. Thanks again Paul for this tutorial, its very helpful.🙏

[@paranormalinvestigationsin9370]

Just looking back over the last 2 years, watching photo genius and how much i have learnt from a total beginner , clueless but willing to learn amature up untill now is amazing... thank you paul..

[@thabstract0ne]

EXCELLENT explanation of how these tubes work... thanks!

[@JDexter0319]

Absolutely a great macro tutorial. Well explained, with great examples. Thanks so much for this!

[@photogenius]

Glad you enjoyed it Jefferson, thank you for the kind feedback.

[@tomislavkukic1395]

This is by far the best and most clear explanation how to use something that is available to us hobby photographers without expensive gear. Thank you so much.

[@photogenius]

You're very welcome!

[@JordanFletcher-j3c]

started using (and with my memory problems, remembering how to use) the zoom in to focus feature on both my Panasonic FZ45 and my Canon 80D after years of owning them and what a game changer it is. I'm using that feature every time I photograph something static on the tripod now and I pretty much use manual mode all the time now. I'm so glad I've got to that stage in my photography now after 30 years of doing it. Better late then never I guess. Great video. I've had the Kenko extension tubes for a while now, but not got round to using them, but I will. From what I understand, you can also stack a combination of 2 or all 3 for even more crazy macro shots. I've also just recently

[@lawrence-k7v]

Thank you. I have been struggling away trying to get good shots for years. Your video has enlightened me so much.

[@martinbond2188]

Just a thank you for all the help you have been for me over the last two years. I have watched all you KZbin videos on Luminar, from 3 right up to Neo. I have learnt so much from you about editing photos. I had many thousands of photo taken on my many overseas trips, and hundred on our motor home trips around New Zealand, it has been great getting all these photos looking so much better. I had some underwater photos taken in the 1970's, using a Nikonos 3 camera, unbelievable, how using the skills you have taught me, how great these photos have come out. I ahave now bought a Nikon D3500 as an attenpt to take up photography as a hobby at the age of 76, pretty stupid aren't I. Once again, Thank you Martin Bond

[@JussPictures]

I got the Canon Rebel T7 a few days ago for Christmas, and I can’t wait to start taking pictures and building up a portfolio. This is a hobby I’ve always wanted and had a camera back in 2018 for a while! Your videos are so informative and I’ve learned so much within just 3 days 😊

[@photogenius]

Thank you for the support Gabrielle.

[@MrsWhite41710]

After watching this video I purchased the recommended macro tubes for my canon rebel t7 and I love them and have been playing around with them and getting some good results!! I’m new to photography and find all of your videos very helpful and informative!!

[@SpainBoy2]

Thank you Paul! Appreciate the practical run through. I just ordered some macro equipment and can't wait to try something like this out.

[@edithreid3842]

Very helpful thank you! I like that you showed how to set the camera too! I’m interested in outdoor macro and bugs if you could do a video on that 😀!

[@photogenius]

Hi Edith, thanks for watching - I am certainly considering a follow up video featuring outdoor macro photography.

[@LaurensHoengenaert]

Another great video, Paul. Thank you for the clear explanations. You really manage to trigger people to go out and try new things. Would love to see a follow-up video on taking macro shots outdoors as I imagine wind can be a disturbing factor.

[@dilus13]

Well I have only ever tried macro photography handheld outdoors with a kit lens and no extension tube, I was blown away with the results with both flowers and insects in both sharpness and colour. If I can manage that as a relative beginner I must try indoors in perfect conditions and see what results I get, thanks for the tips in this Vlog Paul 👍

[@ianshaw5088]

My extension tubes just arrived today. Can’t wait to try them. Some of my best shots as a beginner have come from tips in your videos.

[@DB-zh3ti]

I would love to see some videos on macro photography. There are others out there but you have a way of explaining your subject so it is easily understood.

[@michaelladd3628]

Your tutorials are excellent because you keep the information you are sharing simple and to the point. I love that you often use entry level equipment, creating sharp and dynamic photos. Every time I start to think about upgrading my camera I will come up with a crisp, sharp photo that takes me by surprise. It is then that I realize that I need to focus on how I created such a shot and understand fully the limitations and merits of the equipment I own. Looking forward to your next vlog. God bless.

[@photogenius]

Thank you kindly Michael, I appreciate the kid words and support. Best wishes Paul.

[@brianzinszer9365]

I can’t wait to try these pictures. Thanks!

[@photogenius]

Thanks for watching Brian.

[@joellendesautels1615]

Very good! I am using this for my high school students! Thank you!

[@brianr555]

Thank you for helping this total noob amateur! Another great video and excellent tutorial! I appreciate your dedication in helping the begginer photographer. You have great teaching skills. I learn a lot and its very easy to follow along.

[@photogenius]

You are very welcome, thank you for watching and supporting my channel.

[@BevSantini]

Thx, Paul. I enjoy macro photography, am a beginner, and didn’t want to spend lots of $$$ straight away. Going to give extension tubes a try. Would love additional videos on this subject.

[@photogenius]

Thanks Bev, here's a link to a second macro video that you may have missed : kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zny1iatumtuZj9k Paul 😀

[@bradzaruba9686]

This is perfect as I use the Canon t6i, a model older than the t7. I've had a lot of fun using extension tubes this past year and these tips will make for a more enjoyable experience. I've also learned that macro is like fine art and not for everyone's taste.

[@justnoted2995]

Very good illustrations and tutoring Paul! It is lovely to see the micro images of God's detailed creation

[@photogenius]

Thank you kindly.

[@TheKisskitti1]

Thank you for the tips. I took some amazing photos thanks to you.

[@isabellaisaksson5824]

Hi Paul, I loved this...thank you! 🙏🏻 Also cool to see how you mounted the flower. 🙌🏻 It would be awesome if you could make a video where you take it outside. Greets from Sweden ☀️❄

[@KRee05]

Your classes are awesome 👏🏾 ‼️‼️💜

[@sammysatsangi7754]

Lovely video- as always.Enjoyed it thoroughly. Thanks a lot.

[@photogenius]

So nice of you 👍

[@richardl3809]

Thanks for teaching, I brought the kit but I use it until now . You inspire me take macro photos again.

[@adriennewest7712]

Brilliant! I have learned soooo much more in an easy to follow video, thanks a lot!

[@eltinjones4542]

In a photographic sense, I'm all for getting so much from spending so little. I was aware of extension tubes before but never paid much attention, thanks for this video 📷👍

[@malikamcreynolds]

Beautiful demonstration. Loved it.

[@michaelhale416]

Great tutorial. I really appreciate that you use entry level gear. Most other channels make me feel like I am wasting my time because I can't afford professional gear. I have ordered some extension tubes and can't wait to try them out.

[@petejansen8098]

Really helped this beginner a lot. Thank you sir.

[@paulradford6902]

I'm just about to dip my toes in the world of Macro Photography and have watched a few videos but this is one of the best. Well presented and easy to follow along to. 👍🏻

[@dominiquefoust12]

Thank you so much, I was very sad knowing I could never afford a macro lens, but the extensions gave me hope, thank you.

[@lgarcianame]

I am starting macro photography and this tutorial has been very helpful. Very well explained. Thank you very much.

[@juliabyczynski3253]

Thoroughly enjoyed this very informative tutorial. I've had extension tubes for over a year but have struggled with focus. I have Nikon D3500 and I'm looking forward to putting your tips into practice. Thank you for continually providing us with informative and easy to understand content 👍🏻

[@photogenius]

Thank you Julia, glad you enjoyed the video, thank you for the feedback and support.

[@MiaHessMusic]

Me too, I've had the tubes for probably 10 years and have never used them either!

[@rhiannonjohnson4757]

What a brilliant video! I really want to get an extension tube now because I’ve always loved macro photography. Thanks for the great video!

[@bigmanboss5230]

Great explain of the macro photography! Thank's

[@ian9495]

Great video, thanks, really good to see what can be achieved with basic lens and extensions 👍

[@photogenius]

My pleasure, thanks for the great feedback.

[@WilliamWallaceRoss]

Awesome. I will have to try this! Thank you.

[@photogenius]

Hope you get some cool shots and thanks for supporting my channel.

[@adymorris7347]

Amazing results! Awesome pics - thanks x

[@jimkok1957]

Your tutorials are excellent Paul. Info and examples are perfect. Great job!

[@photogenius]

I appreciate that! Thank you.

[@wendyfeichtl3669]

SO informative Paul! Thank you!!

[@bernadinecabanas331]

This video is so interesting, thanks so much Paul for this tutoriel….I will purchase those extension tubes for my food photographie. 🙏

[@photogenius]

Fantastic, I'm sure you will have a lot of fun with them Bernadine. Paul

[@dennisnicholds9047]

Great video Paul. This is what I like about all your videos. Set out nice and simple and you show us step by step how to follow you in creating great shots. It's great to watch and learn from someone who likes to share his talent to both the experienced and novice (me).

[@blackmamba3427]

Awesome video and tutorial 👌 Brilliant tip on Marco 📸

[@estherdiskin3968]

Brilliant content and you made it so easy to follow. Thank you

[@photogenius]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the great feedback Esther.

[@alonzohollingsworth7712]

Absolutely an excellent video. A wealth of information easily understood. Thank you.

[@llorens811]

Thank you for your videos, they are inspiring.

[@georgefrench1907]

Good tips, excellent graphics. Thanks. 👍

[@photogenius]

Glad it was helpful George, thank you for watching and supporting my channel.

[@malcrickman4999]

Another great video from your good self. I was going to ask about using the adaptors with the nifty fifty, but that has also been answered below. Brilliant channel, thanks Paul

[@shlomoeshet8525]

Great video. I've never used aperture beyond 11 in macro photography without a flash, and now I'll definitely give it a try with 16. Thanks

[@jeremyearl396]

Love, Love Love this. Macro is my preferred photography. I do love the digital zoom, it has improved my sharpness a great deal. Keep it coming, love watching

[@forbesy8568]

Yeah I would love to see outdoor macro

[@photogenius]

Here's the link : kzbin.info/www/bejne/nISvg4OPiLV8eassi=IiaaWa9qjQr1aZjP Enjoy 😀

[@notacidnoralkaline]

your videos are helping me so much as I foray into photography, you explain everything so clearly and well! Thank you so much fo0r your videos!

[@lauraleering2783]

Thank you so much for all your advice. God bless.😌🐼

[@ZubeRox]

Thank you, Paul! This is a great tip. I have a T7 and just started getting serious about photography last year. I have learned a lot from your channel so thank you for sharing your insight.

[@mariafury1047]

I love my T7!

[@robertclarke1833]

That was brilliant. I'm just waiting for my Kenko tubes to arrive, and I'll be using my Nikon D3500, so your video was absolutely perfect for me.

[@michaelholt1]

Really excellent video. So informative. Thank you 👍😀

[@andythompson7653]

What great video, interesting, very well presented and will benefit my starting out into macro photography enormously. Many thanks Andrew.

[@wlacalle]

Great video tutorial ! Thanks 😊

[@bmamree]

Thanks for your videos, it is very helpful.

[@dougdavis5808]

Great video 😊 I am going to have to get some of these to try.

[@photogenius]

Thanks for watching.

[@photographyandnatureobserv2092]

Thank you so much! Im giving it a try. Again!

[@photogenius]

Hop you get some good results.

[@big_sad_wolf]

my favourite photography youtube channel just uploaded a video on one of my favourite photography topics which i have been wanting to do forever? dreams DO come true…

[@photogenius]

Thank you is much - hope you enjoyed the video. There will be a follow up video to this as well very soon.... Happy New Year to you

[@swingymcswing]

This is exactly what I've been looking for, I love doing macro shots of bugs and debating on buying the 105mm macro lens. I'm gong tp get those tubes for my D3500. Thanks Paul, for saving me some cash.

[@bodinian]

Great video! I found a strategy that works for me when taking handheld macro. I use a Canon EOS R6 with the Canon RF 50mm f/1.8 and Meike extension tubes that add up to 31mm. I use a flash because it both freezes motion and allows me to use lower ISO with no negative consequences. The 50mm prime on those extension tubes gives me an adequate working distance even when I set the manual focus to the minimum distance on the lens. This allowed me to get 1:1 macro for less than $300 instead of the RF 100mm macro lens that costs $1300.

[@javalexy]

This is the best explanation about entry level macro. And my favorite photo tutorial channel. Would love to check an outdoors video!

[@scotts9810]

Wonderful video as ever. You make what can at first appear daunting seem perfectly achievable for everyone. 🙂

[@patrickmolloy6994]

this was such a useful video Paul. I'm just getting into ,aero on the Z6 with my newly arrived z MC 105mm lens. Some great tips and ideas ! Many thanks. keep them coming...

[@photogenius]

Your welcome Patrick, the Z6 and 105mm macro is a great combination - hope you get some amazing photos! Best wishes.

[@jimmyjaws]

Thank you Paul great video, a outside follow up tutorial would be great for outdoor macro shooting ,thanks again !

[@steveboys5369]

Hi Paul, I've never tried macro photography, but will do now. Thanks for sharing these very useful tips.

[@photogenius]

You're welcome Steve, macro is very addictive - hope you get some good shots. Paul.

[@leemathieson1872]

Excellent tips. Waiting for my extension tubes to arrive. I found this very helpful and will be buying the little tripod now, also the wife might be getting some nice flowers in the near future!

[@jennieturck745]

Excellent video! I would definitely enjoy more macro videos.

[@Sparkchaser91]

As always, enjoyed the video.

[@photogenius]

Glad you enjoyed, thanks for supporting my channel.

[@kesavachandran6313]

As usual ,it's worth watching Paul.Lot of good tips for macro photography,thank you ❤️😊

[@photogenius]

Thank you so much.

[@mumo9413]

Hi Photo Genius, I just love macro work. I have a dedicated lens, tubes & a great new find! It's a clip on macro lens. The Raynox Super Macro Conversion Lens DCR-250. I can even get detailed snow flakes with this. It cost approx £60(UK) Bargain!

[@photogenius]

Here's a link to my Nikon playlist - heaps of tips here for beginners : kzbin.info/aero/PLVepu40L2Wi_FjtrnLKNcWGFPxH80i2qB Thanks for watching and Happy New Year to you.

[@chrisbradburycreative3990]

Great video, thank you. Would love to see more.

[@woodmouse68]

Another great video! After your last video reg. extension tubes I bought a set of immaculate Kenko tubes for my Canon 2000D. They are just fabulous. I would love to see another video on using them outdoors

[@hachewie]

Fantastic video Paul.

[@photogenius]

Glad you enjoyed it - thank you.

[@seanmorgan545]

Great video! 15 minutes of information that I can use to take better macro photos. Thanks, and please keep up the good work.

[@photogenius]

Glad it was helpful Sean ,appreciate the feedback.

[@rnspowell]

Thank you for this video it showed me ways to use my extension tubes that I never gave a thought. I've tried doing hand held when I 1st tried using my tubes and was that ever a waste of time. So these tips will come in handy. Thanks again, Paul.

[@terrywalton7772]

I have D3200, am very early on in my journey of using a DSLR but have found all your videos helpful and informative without blowing my mind with technical jargon! really enjoyed this video and will be looking at using the techniques, may thanks and keep up the great work

[@ojaswisanket194]

I love the way you explain and make things look easier for beginners like me. and most importantly, I feel very comfortable as I too have canon D1500.😇

[@wboyce4877]

Great video lesson! Paul is a very easy-going guy, easy to listen to and he keeps it simple. Glad I had subscribed to this channel and got the message about this video. Now to order my extension tubes!

[@sweeneyTodd-de4by]

What a fantastic channel had to subscribe

[@hikingwithjackieboy]

Good information thank you

[@photogenius]

And thank you for watching.

[@Phillybhoy]

Love these videos 👍

[@terrynestor6353]

Stunning

[@jazzkazz]

As always, another really informative video Paul. I saw a previous video last year about macro and bought some fairly cheap extension tubes for my Canon 1300D. As you say - even using them with an 18-55 kit lens can get some wonderful results 🙂 I find macro really fascinating

[@photogenius]

Thanks for the feedback Karen, appreciated.

[@jazzkazz]

@@photogenius i've put some of my macro pics on the facebook group 🙂

[@MrBooojangles]

Great video. I've had the Kenko extension tubes for a while now, but not got round to using them, but I will. From what I understand, you can also stack a combination of 2 or all 3 for even more crazy macro shots. I've also just recently started using (and with my memory problems, remembering how to use) the zoom in to focus feature on both my Panasonic FZ45 and my Canon 80D after years of owning them and what a game changer it is. I'm using that feature every time I photograph something static on the tripod now and I pretty much use manual mode all the time now. I'm so glad I've got to that stage in my photography now after 30 years of doing it. Better late then never I guess. 😂

[@abinregy229]

Hey paul.. I loved this very much.. Please do more videos of the same in the outdoor

[@a.beckwith4576]

Thanks Paul, really enjoyed following your video, I have macro lenses and will try your technique, the images especially the last one and absolute corker. All the best for Christmas and New year.

[@shellywilks883]

Beautiful, thank you👍👍

[@photogenius]

Thank you kindly Shelly.

[@shellywilks883]

@@photogenius You are welcome, many thanks to you also💫💫💫💫💫