Dysdercus sidae

1 Pale Cotton Stainer at Undefined Area

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Dysdercus sidae MichaelMulvaney 25 Oct 2019
Dindymus versicolor TimL 25 May 2019

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   25 May 2019
Hi Tim, nice pics, may I ask what camera and lens you are using? Cheers Kurt
   25 May 2019
Hi Kurt. Thanks.
I use either a Canon 5D with a diffused Canon 600EX II-RT flash, or mostly, a Canon 50D with either its integral flash (diffused with polystyrene tissue) or with the Canon 600EX II-RT. I use the 50D's integral flash when I'm really close up to subjects because the 600EX II-RT flash sits up a bit high on the camera for some close-up work. This sighting was with the Canon 50D and the 600 flash.
The lens I mostly use is Canon's EF100mm f/2.8L Macro lens. Its good for 1:1X work (and also a great lens for astrophotography). For 1:2 up to 1:5X I use Canon's MP-E 65 lens with its dual-flash system. It's a manual lens without stabiliser or auto-focus so requires some patience, but worth the effort. No particular reason for using Canon, however, I've been happy with the equipment. Hope this helps.
Tim
   25 May 2019
Thanks Tim, your information is much appreciated!
Kurt

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  • 4 - 15 Abundance
  • 19 May 2019 12:43 PM Recorded on
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  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size

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