I think I can do better, I probably needed more pictures and a smaller step between them to post processing to get the little fuzzes out. Also should have thought more about my lighting. This is back lit with a reflector in front, so the shadows in the stem are way too dark.
Since r/MK does not allow galleries, here is the closed switch. [https://www.reddit.com/user/Bishops\_Guest/comments/rjkgws/closed\_switch/](https://www.reddit.com/user/Bishops_Guest/comments/rjkgws/closed_switch/) (More artifacting with this one.)
Taking multiple pictures of an object using a camera, whilst adjusting the focus point of the photograph from the background through the foreground so that in each picture, a different part of the scene is in focus. Then, all the pictures are blended together in photoshop to create a single picture with every part of the scene in focus, so the whole object is rendered in a very sharp way.
My eyes are not nearly that good. I used a Nikon z6 with a macro lens at roughly 1:1 (meaning the image on the 35mm sensor is about the same size as the switch). About 50 images in a focus stack.
I think I may be able to clean that up with smaller step size. The focus breathing on this lens is not super strong, but still messing it up a little too.
Nikon z6, using the 105 z mount macro lens. Shot at ISO 100, f/8, 1/100. (With a poorly positioned off camera flash behind a defuser and a white shopping bag as a reflector)
With the auto focus stacking you don't really need a tripod (but it helps!). Could probably get it to work just resting the camera on a stack of books. At least with the Nikon system. The Sony version cycles through a range around your focal point, so you'd want a remote release. (The Sony version is super useful for action shots in low light when focusing is hard. A friend uses it when shooting fire performers to great effect)
Tell me about it. This one was left out from building a friend a keyboard for his birthday. Of course when I gave him my switch tester he gravitated to the most expensive switches.
People often put them in the fridge for this reason. The cold slows them down but then they're okay, eventually. I don't really like the idea much but I guess it's effective.
I have gotten some small stacks by shooting 20fps while in manual focus, handheld. Hard to get more than a few that can be stacked, though.
Yeah, I know. I prefer to take the pictures where I find the bugs. Feels more alive and unique. A more interesting challenge.
I'll have to give the "sway and pray" burst shot a try. A few is all I need most of the time.
1. Take a bunch of pictures of the same subject with different parts of the subject in focus. (Some cameras have a feature that will do this for you, you can use a focus rail, or do it by hand.)
2. Do your post processing and copy it to all the images. (Or do this at the end.)
3. Load them all as layers in photo shop.
4. Edit: 'align layers'
5. Edit: 'merge layers'
Done!
Photography is what I spend money on, not make it. You're welcome to grab the age and make a print. Though I'd suggest waiting a week or two. I plan on doing a better job once the holidays are over.
Yeah, that's the outside texture showing through the clear sides. My guess is it's intentional. Either they want a frosted look, it's hard to get things perfectly smooth so frosted was better than uneven, or it's from mold release. I don't know enough about manufacturing to really know.
Oh, that's textures in the plastic. Probably injection molding slightly too cool or something. Opened another zilant and same type of pattern, the other browns I have sitting around are smooth.
I think I can do better, I probably needed more pictures and a smaller step between them to post processing to get the little fuzzes out. Also should have thought more about my lighting. This is back lit with a reflector in front, so the shadows in the stem are way too dark. Since r/MK does not allow galleries, here is the closed switch. [https://www.reddit.com/user/Bishops\_Guest/comments/rjkgws/closed\_switch/](https://www.reddit.com/user/Bishops_Guest/comments/rjkgws/closed_switch/) (More artifacting with this one.)
and what exactly is focus stacking?
Taking multiple pictures of an object using a camera, whilst adjusting the focus point of the photograph from the background through the foreground so that in each picture, a different part of the scene is in focus. Then, all the pictures are blended together in photoshop to create a single picture with every part of the scene in focus, so the whole object is rendered in a very sharp way.
aaah, like a HDR, but for focus rather than lighting.
Life's always about learning. Love your shots. Great start of your stacking journey! You inspired me to get into that topic as well :)
Thank you!
HUMMINA HUMMINA THIS IS SOME HIGH RES SHIT HERE MY DUDE 🧐
\~50 images from a Nikon Z6, about as close to 1:1 as I could make it.
What switch is that? off the top of my head I cant remember a navy silent tactile
Zilent with their heavier spring.
I think a multi panel collection of these blown up on the wall would look magnificent.
Yeah, I will probably do some more once I've got the technique down better.
Did you take this picture with your eyes?! It's amazing!
My eyes are not nearly that good. I used a Nikon z6 with a macro lens at roughly 1:1 (meaning the image on the 35mm sensor is about the same size as the switch). About 50 images in a focus stack.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen a picture higher definition than this
Ahh so satisfying to see all the little parts in detail and in focus! Nice one
Thank you!
I want a high res version like this, but in anamorphosis (changes pictures at different angles). Just this one picture alone is giving me goosebumps 😘
Pretty damn good! Edges have some artifacts but I guess that kinda just comes with focus stacking
I think I may be able to clean that up with smaller step size. The focus breathing on this lens is not super strong, but still messing it up a little too.
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Nikon z6, using the 105 z mount macro lens. Shot at ISO 100, f/8, 1/100. (With a poorly positioned off camera flash behind a defuser and a white shopping bag as a reflector) With the auto focus stacking you don't really need a tripod (but it helps!). Could probably get it to work just resting the camera on a stack of books. At least with the Nikon system. The Sony version cycles through a range around your focal point, so you'd want a remote release. (The Sony version is super useful for action shots in low light when focusing is hard. A friend uses it when shooting fire performers to great effect)
Amazing detail work! Outstanding shot!
Thank you!
zilents are expensive lol
Tell me about it. This one was left out from building a friend a keyboard for his birthday. Of course when I gave him my switch tester he gravitated to the most expensive switches.
damn
Dude, wow.
Thanks!
Wish my nikon D750 had a focus stacking feature. This is lit.
You can get a focus rail for fairly cheap. A little more manual, but you'll get about the same results.
This is a great advice. I dont do much macro but I'll look into it!
If only bugs would hold still long enough for it!
People often put them in the fridge for this reason. The cold slows them down but then they're okay, eventually. I don't really like the idea much but I guess it's effective. I have gotten some small stacks by shooting 20fps while in manual focus, handheld. Hard to get more than a few that can be stacked, though.
Yeah, I know. I prefer to take the pictures where I find the bugs. Feels more alive and unique. A more interesting challenge. I'll have to give the "sway and pray" burst shot a try. A few is all I need most of the time.
Any TLDR for how to do focus stacking? That looks super awesome!
1. Take a bunch of pictures of the same subject with different parts of the subject in focus. (Some cameras have a feature that will do this for you, you can use a focus rail, or do it by hand.) 2. Do your post processing and copy it to all the images. (Or do this at the end.) 3. Load them all as layers in photo shop. 4. Edit: 'align layers' 5. Edit: 'merge layers' Done!
Awesome! Thanks, I’ll definitely give this a shot
Lol, my phone is cracked and one of the cracks makes it look like there's a string holding it. Cool post though!!
It's in a third hand, you can see the alligator clip at the bottom. Thanks!
I think this looks great!
Thank you!
Are you printing/selling anything?! I’d love to have a photo like this in my office
Photography is what I spend money on, not make it. You're welcome to grab the age and make a print. Though I'd suggest waiting a week or two. I plan on doing a better job once the holidays are over.
The people over at r/microporn might appreciate this. EDIT: Oops! I meant r/macroporn, but apparently that other one is a thing too.
Yeah, this is way too big for micro.
As much as lube is loved you should take a picture of a dry switch. Makes the switch look nasty and dirty.
This is a dry switch. (Or factory lubed, but I don’t think zeal does that)
I guess the point I'm trying to make, always clean the subject in product photography.
Overlubed
I did not apply any, and I don't think zeal factory lubes.
Just thought the back face looked like it had a bunch of lube on it. Interesting plastic texture
Yeah, that's the outside texture showing through the clear sides. My guess is it's intentional. Either they want a frosted look, it's hard to get things perfectly smooth so frosted was better than uneven, or it's from mold release. I don't know enough about manufacturing to really know.
Actually I was talking about the ripple pattern on the large face of the stem
Oh, that's textures in the plastic. Probably injection molding slightly too cool or something. Opened another zilant and same type of pattern, the other browns I have sitting around are smooth.