Ready to dive into macro photography? In this video, I take the Canon R6 Mark II and the 35mm STM Macro lens out for a spin to show you just how easy and fun it is to start capturing the tiny details of the world around you.
Whether you’re completely new to macro or just getting started with Canon’s mirrorless system, I’ll walk you through the basics—camera settings, lens performance, lighting tips, and what kind of results you can expect from this setup.
📸 Gear Used:
• Canon R6 Mark II - https://bit.ly/3EX3O2M
• Canon RF 35mm f/2.8 STM Macro Lens - https://bit.ly/4ktWz1l
• Raynox DCR - 250 - https://amzn.to/43kmUrr
• Meke RF Extension Tubes - https://amzn.to/4jcomCl
• Laowa Rf 90mm macro lens - https://bit.ly/4mmCWd3
• Godox Flash & Diffuser Setup
This is perfect for anyone curious about macro photography without needing expensive or complicated equipment. It’s all about getting close, having fun, and capturing the unseen!
👉 Let me know in the comments if you’re just starting out in macro or if you’re using the Canon R6 Mark II for your own photography.
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// MY GEAR \
For an updated list of the gear I use, visit: https://www.stewartwood.com/the-gear-i-use
Gear on Loan from OM System:
📷 OM System OM1 MK2
https://bit.ly/3Z78XuW
🔎 OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 90mm F3.5 Macro IS PRO
https://bit.ly/3CGmPFb
💥 Godox V860IIIo (Owned)
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BKL6F4VX
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BKL6F4VX
⚪️ Cygnustech Diffuser (Owned)
https://www.cygnustechdiffuser.com/?ref=STEWARTWOOD (Save $5 with code “STEWARTWOOD5”)
Personal Gear for Insect Macro Photography and Focus Stacking:
📷 Olympus OM-D E-M1 MKII
MPB: https://www.mpb.com/en-us/
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01M01MBR0
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M01MBR0
🔎 Olympus M.Zuiko 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens
MPB: https://www.mpb.com/en-us/
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00836JHVQ
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00836JHVQ
🔎 Raynox DCR-250 Clip-on Lens
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0007KS7D4
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007KS7D4
💥 Godox V350O
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07P6FTMM3
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07P6FTMM3
⚪️ Cygnustech Diffuser
https://www.cygnustechdiffuser.com/?ref=STEWARTWOOD (Save $5 with code “STEWARTWOOD5”)
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Software for Editing Macro Images:
Adobe Lightroom: https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/photography.htmlAdobe Photoshop: https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/photography.htmlHelicon Focus: https://www.heliconsoft.com/heliconsoft-products/helicon-focus/AI-Powered Macro Presets V3: https://www.stewartwood.com/product/macro-presets-v3
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// HOW I MAKE MY VIDEOS \
📷 Sony ZVE1
MPB: https://www.mpb.com/en-us/
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BYL5TYWC
🔭 Sony FE 35mm f/1.8
MPB: https://www.mpb.com/en-us/
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07V8DJ81F
📷 iPhone 15 Pro Max (Overhead & Fieldwork)
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C6CZ8L5T
🎤 Rode VideoMic NTG (Studio Work)
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07Z7ZGBKZ
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z7ZGBKZ
🎤 Zoom F2 Field Recorder (Outdoor lav mic)
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08J4Y42XD
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08J4Y42XD
💡 Weeylite Ninja 400 II
https://weeylite.com/products/weeylite-ninja-400-ii
💻 Apple MacBook Pro M1 Max
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09JZDWFX6
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JZDWFX6
🖥️ LG 39.7” Curved UltraWide 5K2K Nano IPS Display Monitor
Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08SJDMT5M
Amazon US: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SJDMT5M
🎶 EpidemicSound https://www.epidemicsound.com/referral/3wgbi8
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// SUPPORT THE CHANNEL \
🌐 Website: https://www.stewartwood.com/
🎬 YouTube Membership: https://www.stewartwood.com/membership
🖼️ Lightroom Presets & Background Textures: https://www.stewartwood.com/shop
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Contact: https://www.stewartwood.com/contact-me/
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