Beautiful Macro Photography with Adaptalux

Hello everyone,

Here is a post showcasing a range of photos taken with Adaptalux so far exploring different camera configurations. Adaptalux doesn’t just have to be used for macro work, it is also perfect for small objects such as food photography for example. I have included the camera settings alongside the Adaptalux configuration below each photo. Enjoy…

Expanded polystyrene packaging wrap

Camera Information:-

Lens:- Reversed prime 28mm lens, F11.

ISO 200, Shutter Speed: 1/320th, Free-hand

Adaptalux Information:-

1 white Lighting Arm set to 100% brightness and a 50% brightness positioned behind the subject.

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Droplet Splash

Camera Information:-

Lens:- Reversed prime 50mm lens, F11.

Settings:- ISO 400, Shutter Speed: 1/1000th, Tri-pod mounted.

Adaptalux Information:-

1 white Lighting Arm set to 100% brightness and a blue lighting arm set to 50% brightness with the backdrop setter attached.

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Baby Aphid

Camera Information:-

Lens:- Reversed prime 28mm lens with 80mm extension tube, F22.

Settings:- ISO 100, Shutter Speed: 1/13th, Tri-pod mounted.

Adaptalux Information:-

2 white Lighting Arms set to 50% brightness.

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Shell of a Physalis Alkekengi

Camera Information:-

Lens:- Reversed prime 50mm lens, F16.

Settings:- ISO 200, Shutter Speed: 1/30th, Tri-pod mounted.

Adaptalux Information:-

1 white Lighting Arms set to 20% brightness, 1 blue Lighting Arm set to 50% brightness and 1 green Lighting Arm set to 10% brightness.

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Snowdrop

Camera Information:-

Lens:- Tamron SP 90mm macro lens, F11.

Settings:- ISO 200, Shutter Speed: 1/200th, Free-hand.

Adaptalux Information:-

2 white Lighting Arms set to 80% brightness.

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Washing-up Liquid

Camera Information:-

Lens:- Reversed 28mm prime lens, F11.

Settings:- ISO 400, Shutter Speed: 1/60th, Tri-pod.

Adaptalux Information:-

1 white Lighting Arm set to 50% brightness.

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Broccoli

Camera Information:-

Lens:- Tamron SP 90mm macro lens, F11.

Settings:- ISO 200, Shutter Speed: 1/125th, Free-hand.

Adaptalux Information:-

1 white Lighting Arm set to 100% brightness.

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Ice

Camera Information:-

Lens:- Reversed 50mm prime lens, F11.

Settings:- ISO 200, Shutter Speed: 1/60th, Tri-pod.

Adaptalux Information:-

1 red Lighting Arm set to 100% brightness with the Stage attached.

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Sam Granger

As the product designer and Founder of Adaptalux, Sam's love for macro photography was the leading influence in the creation of the Adaptalux Studio. He continues to innovate, always working to improve our products and develop new projects.