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.

[@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.

[@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..

[@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.

[@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.🙏

[@patriciaclark5935]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you

[@lawrence-k7v]

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

[@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!

[@justnoted2995]

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

[@photogenius]

Thank you kindly.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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).

[@thabstract0ne]

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

[@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!!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@jimkok1957]

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

[@photogenius]

I appreciate that! Thank you.

[@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 😀

[@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. 👍🏻

[@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!

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@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!

[@forbesy8568]

Yeah I would love to see outdoor macro

[@photogenius]

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

[@lgarcianame]

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

[@andythompson7653]

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

[@KRee05]

Your classes are awesome 👏🏾 ‼️‼️💜

[@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!

[@richardl3809]

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

[@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

[@kesavachandran6313]

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

[@photogenius]

Thank you so much.

[@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.

[@petejansen8098]

Really helped this beginner a lot. Thank you sir.

[@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!

[@adriennewest7712]

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

[@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 ☀️❄

[@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!

[@WilliamWallaceRoss]

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

[@photogenius]

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

[@TheKisskitti1]

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

[@sammysatsangi7754]

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

[@photogenius]

So nice of you 👍

[@brianzinszer9365]

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

[@photogenius]

Thanks for watching Brian.

[@javalexy]

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

[@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.

[@estherdiskin3968]

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

[@photogenius]

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

[@joellendesautels1615]

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

[@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.

[@hachewie]

Fantastic video Paul.

[@photogenius]

Glad you enjoyed it - thank you.

[@blackmamba3427]

Awesome video and tutorial 👌 Brilliant tip on Marco 📸

[@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

[@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.

[@alonzohollingsworth7712]

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

[@malikamcreynolds]

Beautiful demonstration. Loved it.

[@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.

[@adymorris7347]

Amazing results! Awesome pics - thanks x

[@scotts9810]

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

[@bigmanboss5230]

Great explain of the macro photography! Thank's

[@georgefrench1907]

Good tips, excellent graphics. Thanks. 👍

[@photogenius]

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

[@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

[@photographyandnatureobserv2092]

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

[@photogenius]

Hop you get some good results.

[@llorens811]

Thank you for your videos, they are inspiring.

[@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 👍

[@lauraleering2783]

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

[@Sparkchaser91]

As always, enjoyed the video.

[@photogenius]

Glad you enjoyed, thanks for supporting my channel.

[@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!

[@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.😇

[@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 🙂

[@jimmyjaws]

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

[@stephenbowman8085]

What lighting did you use please. Thanks for the ongoing tutorials. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

[@photogenius]

Hi Stephen, this was shot using natural daylight / window light. When I'm talking to the camera there is additional lighting from an LCD panel, however this is turned off when taking the photos. I find natural light to be best, try at different times of the day.

[@dougdavis5808]

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

[@photogenius]

Thanks for watching.

[@michaelholt1]

Really excellent video. So informative. Thank you 👍😀

[@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

[@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.

[@wendyfeichtl3669]

SO informative Paul! Thank you!!

[@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 📷👍

[@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.

[@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.

[@pamelajarvis7728]

Thanks so much for this informative video Paul. Just bought a Canon 2000D and want to do macro. So helpful to have the links to the equipment you use …can be a minefield buying gear and your detail in description of both equipment and use makes it so much easier. Can’t thank you enough! Look forward to watching more!!

[@bmamree]

Thanks for your videos, it is very helpful.

[@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.

[@The_Sandcrawler]

Fairly new subscriber. Wife and I recently got a Canon EOS R5 and have no idea what we are doing. Loving your channel! I did buy the 35mm macro lens and have attempted taking some pictures outside. I’d very much like to see a video on outdoor macro photography!

[@photogenius]

Thanks for subscribing, the R5 is an amazing camera.

[@chrisbradburycreative3990]

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

[@gigicostlow4414]

Thanks for this very informative video. I need to get some extension tubes so I can get better shots. I would love to see a tutorial about macro outdoors and also about using various light sources to use with macro.

[@joegoadventures]

Hell yeah! You every come to Orlando area there some great places I’d show you as this was a great video.

[@wlacalle]

Great video tutorial ! Thanks 😊

[@jennieturck745]

Excellent video! I would definitely enjoy more macro videos.

[@abinregy229]

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

[@tva7263]

I was just given an older Canon EOS 1100D and have been watching tutorials on macro photography and lenses, by far your video was the most helpful, not only in what to buy but in how to use them! Thanks I am assuming the Kenko extension tubes will work on my camera, as well as the auto focus feature which, from your video, it sounds like is not as big a deal?

[@MiaHessMusic]

Great video, Paul! As usual!! I've had a set of tubes for years, never really knew how to use them! So this video was super helpful. Question: how did you hold the flowers? Yes, I'd be interested in macro outdoors as we have a lot of lovely flowers comng up this spring and summer. I'm also interested in your shooting videos videos.

[@robinc-k7162]

Great video, thank you! I have a Nikon 105mm Macro lens and wonder what effect the extension tubes would have, if any.