Macro mode???

[slick]

I don't know what I'm doing wrong but I'm practicing this macro mode on my Cannon A700. Max's ear is the target. He isn't moving much because it's so hot. :p

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid209/pa1421e3d6111eec26d9339ac2b503939/ee3a4170.jpg

Can anyone tell me why this is so blurry? I click on the Macro setting then put my camera really close to his ear. Could my hand have moved when taking the picture???? Is there any other settings I should change?

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid209/pc2915b3c8aa51deb2b882fff07dc1b74/ee3a4172.jpg

This one turned out a bit better but it's no where near the clarity that all you other Pet Talkers have taken.

Any suggestions?

[Russian Blue]

Try using full zoom on your subject first, then take the picture in macro mode. If you're in a low light area use your flash. If using the flash see if you can adjust the flash to its lowest setting first. If it's still blurry it might be camera shake or your too close to your subject.

Proper macro photography usually requires a tripod and a high level of light since it is sensitive to both movement and light.

[catnapper]

A tripod will make a HUGE difference! Lighting also makes a big difference. The better the lighting the faster the image will be shot = less movement

[Kfamr]

Yep, you've got shakey camera syndrome. :p

Try raising the ISO, increasing the amount of light, rest your arm/camera on something while taking the photo.

[BC_MoM]

Also, try holding your breath as you take the picture. You don't shake as much then. :p

[Kirsten]

I don't know the A700, but does it have a spot mode? My S2 has it, and it helps a lot with macros.

Kirsten

[Jessika]

I've found using zoom with macro WILL make it blurry.

If you use macro, make sure you have GOOD LIGHTING, it looks as though you took the picture indoors without flash, that will make it blurry. Try outdoors, or use flash!

Also sometimes too close is not good. If it still comes out blurry, back away A LITTLE bit, then try again.

[Russian Blue]

I've found using zoom with macro WILL make it blurry.



It must only work with specific cameras. I've read on a few Canon forums to do this and that's what works with my G6. ;)

[Jessika]

It must only work with specific cameras. I've read on a few Canon forums to do this and that's what works with my G6. ;)
The G6 isn't a point and shoot camera though (correct me if I'm wrong?). I don't have a digital SLR to test the theory on, but I DO have a Canon, and my experience with the point-and-shoot cameras is zooming with macro will make it blurry

So, whatever works for you!!