Reversed lens macro.

[Chris Bennett]

I thought that I would give this a try and you will see below the best shot from that session. It pays to put things into context though, so first of all, perhaps I should show you the subject of my extremely impertinent intrusiveness...

Right, then, so now we have got the formalities out of the way, here is the image...

 

[Chris Bennett]

The image is cropped in order to remove the worst of the muck which I now know is on my sensor! Apart from that, it is exactly as it came off the camera. I don't own a copy of Photoshop and wouldn't know how to use it if I did! However, I am very encouraged by the result of this first try - this was literally just within half an hour of opening the packet that the adapter came in. I can see the potential for lots of future fun and games.

The lens is a Toshiba Tosner MC 28mm f/2.8 and the camera is a Canon 20D. The EOS to 49mm reverse mount lens adapter cost me about £4.

The camera is now having a spring cleaning session!

 

[Dave Farnes]

Amazing what can be achieved with a simple reversing ring, a good way to get into macro photography without breaking the bank! I look forward to see what you can achieve in future.
If you do not have Photoshop might I recommend you give GIMP a try, it is freeware so if you cannot get on with it, it has cost you nothing.

 

[Chris Bennett]

Thanks for your comments. I found this experience extremely inspiring and have been fiddling with variations on the theme all weekend.
Thanks for the tip on GIMP, I'll take a look.

 

[Rob MacKillop]

I've never used a reverse mount adapter, but it looks like a fun thing to have. Thanks for the idea.

 

[Chris Bennett]

Ha, excellent! I've grasped the challenge and bought one with an M42 mount too. At least my disappointment will be delayed if I try this malarky with film!!

 

[Pete Askew]

A very encouraging start, Chris. Do you have a live view option on your camera? This can be a useful help when focusing as the depth of field is so narrow with this sort of setup.

 

[Chris Bennett]

No, I am afraid not, it's an antiquated (in the context of digital cameras) Canon 20D. I think a focusing rail is something that would help a lot.

 

[Chris Bennett]

Thanks for the kind comnent, by the way.