Sunday, November 6, 2011

Itty Bits -Macro/Mellow Yellow Monday

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So...I really want a macro lens! But I can't afford one right now (it's on my Christmas list). I thought I would try a magnifying filter. I didn't have much hope really, but I was pleasantly surprised with the results of my first try with the Raynox DCR-250 Super Macro Conversion Lens. The Raynox DCR-250 is not a dedicated lens…meaning you can’t attach it directly to your camera. It clips on to a lens with a filter size between 52mm to 67mm. The clips grab on to the internal ring on the front lens element.

The snail shell and feather above are teeny tiny...how teeny tiny? Well the shell is about 1/4 of an inch...

Size comparison

So...what do you think? Was it worth the 80 bucks I paid for it?

See more great Macro shots from around the world HERE @ Lisa's Chaos
See more Mellow Yellow shots HERE @ Mellow Yellow Monday
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42 comments:

  1. Joop ZandNovember 6, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Nice results Karen......well done.

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  2. AnneNovember 6, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    WOW that is a great result Karen. A colleague of mine wanted to take a picture, but didn't have a good digital camera available. He used binoculars and then the camera in his iPhone - the result: remarkable good details

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  3. TexWisGirlNovember 6, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    oh, yes! i believe so!!!

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  4. Dave DorseyNovember 6, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    Looking good!

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  5. Lois EvensenNovember 6, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    I think the images are quite nice. The first one would make a great cover for note cards.

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  6. EllieNovember 6, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    That's a great result, definately worth the money you paid for it.

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  7. Cristina DeboniNovember 6, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    Stupenda foto e super macro, complimenti e buona serata! Cri : )

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  8. CarolaNovember 6, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    This is a wonderful shot.

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  9. NatureFootstepNovember 6, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    the first shot is perefect. Lovely composition and colors.

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  10. CanadianGardenJoyNovember 6, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Karen girl that was gorgeous ! I had no idea you could use attachments like that, that weren't a dedicated lens .. I so want to switch to a DSLR soon !
    Hopefully next year .. loved your photo to bits girl : ) fantastic macro shot with ingenuity !LOL
    Joy

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  11. DebbieNovember 6, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    oooohhhhh yes, worth it for sure!!

    this is a gorgeous picture and i love the idea of the comparison shot, i would have thought the shell was bigger!!

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  12. UnknownNovember 6, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    Beautiful capture, and that for a first try! Certainly worth the 80 dollars!

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  13. Les...November 6, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    absolutely money well spent! terrific work as usual hon, looking forward to even MORE amazing shots *VBS*

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  14. emzkieNovember 6, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    great macro shot!

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  15. TeresaNovember 6, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    I'd say it did a wonderful job!

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  16. Spare Parts and PicsNovember 6, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    Yes, I don't think a macro lens would have given you a better result. Great value for the $$$ :)

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  17. CarlettaNovember 7, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    Great detail on both the shell and the feather and lovely light.
    Well worth the money I'd say but I'd also say their was an eye for the shot and some skill to go along. :)
    Love the composition!

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  18. OneNovember 7, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    Your thumbnail stood out, so it has got to be worth it.

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  19. Stewart MNovember 7, 2011 at 5:04 AM

    Hi there - I've never had any luck with these clip-on lenses - but this one looks like it does the job!

    Cheers - Stewart M - Melbourne

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  20. UnknownNovember 7, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    i think the results have come out excellent. not only is the perspective great, but also the macro has come out amazing!

    My Third Eye

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  21. A Bit of the BlarneyNovember 7, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    How very beautiful!!! Love the composition! You did so very well!!! How talented you are! Cathy

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  22. A Creative GraceNovember 7, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    a wonderful shot, I've been using one of these macroscopic lenses for a few months and am so pleased I got it, I'm sure you'll enjoy it :)

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  23. AnonymousNovember 7, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    I'd say it did a pretty nice job, especially for the $$.

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  24. Luna MirandaNovember 7, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    a macro lens is also in my wish list-i hope Santa would drop by.:p
    this is amazing! a great way to enjoy your 80 bucks!

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  25. FranciscaNovember 7, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    I'd say this was a winner of a compromise! Sweet result, Karen! I've been moaning about wanting a macro lens too, so I relate.

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  26. Beyond ZephyrNovember 7, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    That is a creative idea, and the result is amazingly beautiful.

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  27. UnknownNovember 7, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    oh wow...great photo....I love that you added that photo with the penny...I thought that snail and feather was way bigger....nice work!!!!

    Happy Monday

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  28. Kay L. DaviesNovember 7, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    Oh yes, worth the eighty bucks, no kidding.
    Like Diana, I thought the feather and snail shell were much, much bigger.
    You achieved a beautiful photo.

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie’s Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  29. Gemma WisemanNovember 7, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    The feather and snail create such a magic image! A contrast of style and texture! Beautiful!

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  30. IdaNovember 7, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    Stunning! Love how soft and delicate this photo is. - You did great with your purchase.

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  31. Kim, USANovember 7, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    I know macro lens for my Nikon cost an arm and a leg, can't afford it for now, lol. But this converter is awesome, Karen. Your photo is amazingly beautiful! Happy Monday!

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  32. EG CameraGirlNovember 7, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Cool shots, Karen, and I like that you included the penny to show the size of the items.

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  33. Roberto Machado AlvesNovember 7, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Two great shots. I liked them.

    Roberto,Rio de Janeiro.

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  34. genieNovember 7, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    I would definitely say a big YES. Forget the expensive lens. This would make me happy as a clam. Love the macro-magnified shot. It is awesome. genie

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  35. RosemarieNovember 7, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    it's worth it. dropping by for MYM, I hope you can also visit my share at http://www.prettysinglemom.com/2011/11/yellow-and-ruby.html and show some love.. see you!!

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  36. PradeepaNovember 7, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    Excellent result.

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  37. KalaNovember 8, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    Excellent presentation and tones. And yes, I would say it was worth the money when you see how tiny the snail is compared to the penny!

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  38. LeoviNovember 8, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    Beautiful and delicate image, I love the color, texture and light, very nice with that lovely combination of subtle tones.

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  39. MildredNovember 8, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Very nice result!
    Thanks for sharing your experiences;o)

    ***
    Happy day****

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  40. KateriNovember 8, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    I think they turned out really well. expecially like the first photos and the almost dreamy quality to it.

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  41. SivindenNovember 8, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    The result is superb!

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  42. Cindy AdkinsNovember 9, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Oh, wow - yes, I'd say so!! I need to "study" your blog! I'm getting so much more into photography since blogging but all I have is my phone camera and an OLD digital camera I bought for $20 at a garage sale! I want to be able to take closeups!
    Cindy

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