Better Macro Photography
A practical guide to composition, lighting, subject behaviour and respectful macro photography.
Read the guidePractical camera guides and photography techniques for underwater macro subjects.
This section focuses on the practical side of underwater macro photography, from camera settings and lighting to composition and respectful subject behaviour.
A practical guide to composition, lighting, subject behaviour and respectful macro photography.
Read the guideAn overview of the equipment we use for underwater macro photography.
View setupPractical settings and setup notes for the Olympus TG-7 with the Backscatter Mini Flash 2.
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View settings — blog postCamera settings aimed specifically at photographing nudibranchs and small macro subjects.
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Nudibranch settings — blog postComposition, focusing, lighting and technique for sharper underwater macro images.
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Improve technique — blog postWhy the TG-7 is such a useful compact camera for travel and underwater macro photography.
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Read more — blog postPractical guidance for using a GoPro underwater and understanding where it fits best.
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