Cleopatra Butterfly
Cleopatra Butterfly

Macro Photography refers to capturing subjects so that they appear life size (i.e. 1:1) on the camera sensor. This technique is often used to capture small objects such as insects or individual elements of larger items and involves the use of a dedicated macro lens. Close-up photography captures images that are smaller than life size but larger that standard shots. Magnification for close-up shots has a typical magnification range of 1:2 to 1:10. Any lens with a short minimum object distance can be utilised.

This excellent Guide to Macro & Close-up photography ha been produced by CPS photographer Kevin Morgan who is particularly adept at this genre.