Testing out my new Laowa 25mm super macro lens has been an eye-opening experience, quite literally! The first subject I tackled was the yellow mustard lichen growing on an old wood fence post. At first glance, the lichen seemed insignificant, just a tiny splash of color on the weathered wood. But as I peered through the lens, that small patch of lichen transformed into a vast, otherworldly landscape. Each twist and turn of its structure became a mountain range, and the tiny specks of dust turned into boulders. It’s fascinating how this lens reveals the hidden intricacies of something so seemingly mundane.
One thing I quickly discovered is the necessity of a macro lens slider attached to a tripod. The Laowa 25mm super macro is a manual focus lens, which means that to achieve sharp focus, you have to physically move the camera back and forth. This isn’t as simple as it sounds, especially when dealing with such extreme magnification. Without a tripod and a macro slider, it’s nearly impossible to maintain stability, and getting that crispy, super sharp focus becomes a real challenge.
The macro lens slider allows me to make tiny, precise adjustments to the focus by moving the camera in minute increments, making it so much easier to capture all the fine details without losing focus. It’s a game-changer for macro photography, especially when shooting subjects as small as lichen.
I’m eagerly awaiting the arrival of my macro slider, and I can’t wait to really dive into the world of macro photography. There are so many tiny worlds out there waiting to be explored, and with this lens, I’ll be able to see them all in incredible detail. Each shot feels like a new adventure, uncovering the beauty that’s hidden in plain sight. Stay tuned for more discoveries as I get to know this amazing lens!
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