Mayfly

Studio work with a mayfly (Ephemeroptera) found in our neighborhood (Belgium, Reet, May 2016). Image based on 79 exposures, assembled in Zerene Stacker (Pmax & Dmap), not cropped. Sony A6300 + Metabones EF to Sony E + Canon EF 100mm 1:2.8L IS USM. ISO-100, f/4, 1/30s, artificial light (diffused Led).

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Mayfly, seen on gorse, at Whisby Nature Park, Lincolnshire. Handheld, natural light.

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Male mayfly (Cloeon species). Photo: Luke D. Chambers.

Mayfly

[updated April 2017] Whether you're using a dedicated macro lens, close-up lenses, DSLR or compact, the following basic principles apply when photographing insects. (1). Make eye contact. An insect image will have far greater impact if taken at eye level. Most insect images taken from above typically lack impact (although they may be useful for ID purposes). Here are some examples of eye-to-eye contact: PLEASE CLICK ON ALL IMAGES TO VIEW LARGER VERSIONS: Crab Spider (Canon 7D with MP-E 65mm…

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