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Originally Posted by o.c.d.
Sphelps I'm confused how did you know the camera I was using? And I'm puzzled buy the 1:1 ratio. I think it is 1:1 ,I'm using the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro lens. Or am I suppose to be like 1" from the subject?
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Magic! Haha, jk. All digital cameras store data in each photo called exif data. This contains all the information about the picture including camera model, focal length, shutter speed, aperture, and so on. I can simply extract that data from any image with a simple plug-in on my computer. It's a nice feature to have because if you see a picture on the web you like, you can find out how it was taken, great for learning! If you don't have a plug-in or a program and don't want one you can use one of many online extractors. One is camerasummary.com
The 1:1 ratio is the definition of a macro/micro shot. If you look on your focus ring you'll see, along with the distance, a ratio (usually the closest focusing distance). If you focus on a subject at point you're at the 1:1 ratio and taking a true macro shot.
I apologize for not explaining this better but I simply assumed you knew all this because your pictures are that good! The best advice I can offer is for you to try and see what you can do without a flash. Top down will give the best results and you may need to use a tripod of some sort to steady the camera. You'll want a long exposure and a small aperture along with a low iso. You'll need to turn off all circulation to prevent your subject from moving but by doing so I'm sure your results will be even more spectacular.