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 Posted 04/13/2008  3:06 pm Show Profile   Bookmark this topic Add Chocolatebowl to your friends list Get a Link to this Message Number of Subscribers
I have a sony cybershot DSC-P71, this is the only camera I hae avaliable, I need some help with the settings so I can take a detailed photo of a coin.

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Important:

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In macro mode, 4 inches away is the closest you can get.


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DSC-P71's 3X optical zoom


Set it to macro mode, then use NO MORE than 3x zoom to fill the frame with the coin. If possible, use MULITIPLE light sources. The more light, the better success. This should be a good starting point for you.
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Single light source or multiple sources...you will likely need to play around to find the right combination of light and position. Your camera will take reasonably good pictures of coins. You may find circulated coins a bit easier than bright and shiny unc's or proofs. If possible, set up to take shots so your camera is supported in some way to minimize "camera shake"...also set up so the camera is as square as possible to the coin. If your camera has a White Balance setting, be sure to use the right option (fluorescent or incandescent, or flash, or daylight, etc.) to get the closest possible color rendition.

So...a little patience, a little practice, and you'll be getting some good pics to share.
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