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So I took this set of pictures just for insurance purposes. http://imgur.com/a/DoJIo#0 So I know I would have to take the coins out of their cases first to take accurate pictures, which is the first obstacle. I've never taken them out of their holders, so what's the best way to do that and what should they be put in when done? Second, the only camera I have available to me is a Kodak V1073. Besides that I have an Iphone 4s, Galaxy 4, and Droid Razr. I also have an HP Officejet 6500A with a scanner. Are any of these even reasonable options to take pictures of the coins with? If not, I have a family friend who is a photographer as a last resort option. Thanks for the help in advance |
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Pillar of the Community
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While I research your Kodak, do a Search of this forum for the amazing things people are doing with iPhones (and that S4 is no slouch, either). In fact, chances are you're going to be hearing from owners of them in this thread.  |
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Heh. You're hearing from them before I'm warning you they're coming. |
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Canada
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I get email alerts anytime someone mentions "iPhone" in the photography sub-forum.  Edited by Canadian-Banknotes
01/28/2014 12:22 am
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New Member
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Thanks for showing me the posts. I'll definitely have to see if I can come anywhere near those pictures you produced with an Iphone.
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United States
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Quote:I get email alerts anytime someone mentions "iPhone" in the photography sub-forum. OK, you are now an official Coin Community Family Photography Weenieâ„¢. |
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Pillar of the Community
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G'day SP,
I suggest that you trawl the photography forum - there's been heaps posted there, over the years, both general & specific.
But the first consideration in photography is light.
A photograph records reflected light - so think about light sources, and how you capture it.
and - Welcome to CCF !
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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Step back and learn about photographing coins before you invest ANY money in equipment.
Read what others have said here and elsewhere.
I suggest you also consider getting Numismatic Photography, 2nd Edition, by Mark Goodman.
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Pillar of the Community
United States
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I also would love to learn how to take pictures of my coins!
The best success I have had is when I get the lighting correct. When I attempt take pictures, I also use several colored backgrounds to see which will produce the result I would like.
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When I attempt take pictures, I also use several colored backgrounds to see which will produce the result I would like. Colored backgrounds only confuse the camera and the viewer. Stick to monochromatic backgrounds - black, white, grey. Soccerplyr0004, research indicates that you'll probably get better results from your iPhone or Galaxy than the Kodak. Concentrate on them first; I think you'll be surprised at just how good they can be. |
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Thanks SsuperDdave.  |
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