topic Re: Please recommend a good camera for photomacrography in EOS DSLR & Mirrorless Cameras

DSLR Recommendations for 3D Modeling

rnurse — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:02:19 GMT

Hi,

I am looking for a entry to mid level DSLR

I would like you to tell me which DSLR camera is right for my use. The camera,
lighting and microscopy equipment should offer flexible imaging and 3D modeling capabilities
for objects from ~1 cm to 4cm in size. Additional lenses should be included.

The instrument should perform a variety of functions including 1) high resolution, macro/micro
imaging, 2) 3D scanning and modeling and 3) 1080P/high speed (60fps) video in both lab and
field based settings.

Please let me know which model is right for this purpose.

Re: I am looking for a entry to mid level DSLR

shadowsports — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 20:44:28 GMT

Greetings,

Before we get started.

What is your budget? $$$

Then we'll tell you what your options might be.

Most body's are sold alone. Some include one lens. Rarely 2, and if they are, they might not be what you need for specialty photography. Just want to set some expectations.

Have you considered mirrorless? It might be more affordable than you think?

Thus far it sounds like you want to do some macro photography and video 1080p @60fps.

What we recommend will come down to your budget. 📸

Re: I am looking for a entry to mid level DSLR

rs-eos — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 21:28:37 GMT

What do you mean by 3D scanning and modeling? Do you mean being able to have photos taken by the camera to import to 3D applications such as Moves by Maxon?

Re: I am looking for a entry to mid level DSLR

rnurse — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 22:41:05 GMT

It's for use in a laboratory. I am not aware of the budget, I just have to recommend a suitable camera that is right for these requirements. Not too expensive, but not cheap. What are your recommendations? What would you buy for this purpose?

Re: I am looking for a entry to mid level DSLR

rs-eos — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 22:43:59 GMT

Try to contact someone in the lab for what the budget will be. Even if approximate. Also, still need more details on the 3D requirements.

Re: I am looking for a entry to mid level DSLR

rnurse — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 22:52:57 GMT

I am representing an organization that would like to use it for 3D insect modeling. Here are the specification:

1) high resolution, macro/micro
imaging, 2) 3D scanning and modeling and 3) 1080P/high speed (60fps) video in both lab and
field-based settings.
Also being fully portable and automated device that is capable of capturing detailed, high
resolution images for samples ranging from 1 micron to infinity (a).

Re: I am looking for a entry to mid level DSLR

rs-eos — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 23:33:21 GMT

Yes, that's what you initally posted. But we still don't know what is meant by 3D scanning and modeling. A DSLR (or mirrorless) camera would only be able to capture 2D images. You'd need special software capable of taking images captured at multiple angles in order to create a 3D model.

The lab must have some type of software already in use. Best to find out what the recommended specifications for images would be. e.g. perhaps the software needs very high resolution images.

Re: I am looking for a entry to mid level DSLR

rnurse — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 00:43:56 GMT

Thanks for the reply. I am not an expert on this topic. The requisition is for a lab and field based photomacrography and photogrammetry system.

As you have stated, it is the software that processes the 2d images into a 3d image. Can you recommend a product solution for the field-based Photogammetry application? Does Cannon provide a photogrammetry system?

Re: I am looking for a entry to mid level DSLR

kvbarkley — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 04:44:30 GMT

"I am not an expert on this topic. The requisition is for a lab and field based photomacrography and photogrammetry system."

Unless you are lucky and a real expert chimes in, we are not experts, either. This is a highly specialized field. Whoever is in charge of actually using this needs to make the decision.

Please recommend a good camera for photomacrography

rnurse — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 11:59:07 GMT

Hello,

I am looking for a good camera and relevant attachments for photomacrography , for scanning small objects. It should capture high resolution images for samples ranging from 1 micron to infinity.

Can you recommend a good product?

Re: Please recommend a good camera for photomacrography

rnurse — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:10:22 GMT

Would a DSLR with the Macrophoto Lens 20mm f/3.5 work for Photomacrography?

Re: Please recommend a good camera for photomacrography

Tintype_18 — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:24:56 GMT

rnurse, interesting question and will monitor the replies for future reference. Welcome.

Re: DSLR Recommendations for 3D Modeling

Peter — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 12:57:06 GMT

A macro lens, a camera with focus stacking and software for stacking + software for photogrammetry, if this is what you want https://skfb.ly/68IJx

Re: DSLR Recommendations for 3D Modeling

shadowsports — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 15:00:38 GMT

@rnurse,

I believe you are starting to realize this isn't as easy as going shopping and buying an entry to mid-level body and lens. Canon makes an excellent macro lens. It comes in both (DSLR) EF and (Mirrorless) RF mounts. its the EF100 f2.8 or RF100 f2.8.

While I'm confident recommending it for macro photography, it may not meet your budgetary requirements. You still haven't given us a budget. Its by far one of the best and sharpest L series macro lenses available. I am quite certain it would deliver in the macro performance space.

EF 100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM (canon.com)

RF100mm F2.8 L MACRO IS USM (canon.com)

Keep in mind that Canon also sells refurbished cameras and lenses. They come with the same warranty as new gear. If purchasing new gear that meets your needs is beyond your budget, then its possible refurbished might be the way to go. You need to tell us this.

We cannot make good or meaningful recommendations based on, "Not too expensive, but not cheap". We can help, but you need to give us enough information to do so.

Re: DSLR Recommendations for 3D Modeling

rnurse — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 16:28:22 GMT

Thank you for this great reply. The macrography will be used in by the USDA Agricutural Research Service (ARS). It should have 1080P/high speed (60fps) video as well. Please tell me a good camera and lens setup for use by the professionals at the USDA ARS. You can imaging what budget they will be comfortable with, so you with this you may let me know a solution that is best for their photomacrograpy application.

Re: DSLR Recommendations for 3D Modeling

rs-eos — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 16:50:36 GMT

Sorry, but we cannot "imagine" what a budget would be.

I've also stated a few times now that it would be much better to have someone from the actual lab provide details about what hardware (camera) is needed. No doubt, the lab is doing very specialized work and most likely is using specialized software and other hardware. Such software should have recommendations on what cameras and lenses would be most suitable.

Re: DSLR Recommendations for 3D Modeling

rnurse — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 16:56:15 GMT

Thanks. I will get that information

Re: DSLR Recommendations for 3D Modeling

rnurse — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 17:33:58 GMT

What camera would you recommend for to go with the EF 100mm? It's for use by the Agricultural Research Service of the USDA. They will need something professional.

Re: DSLR Recommendations for 3D Modeling

rnurse — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 17:47:08 GMT

Is the EOS R8 compatible with the RF100mm F2.8L?

Re: DSLR Recommendations for 3D Modeling

rnurse — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 17:49:50 GMT

Here are further details:

The specifica�ons should include all necessary hardware/so�ware (with updates), Cannon R
camera body, Dual Flash, LWD Mitutoyo microscope objec�ves (100×, 50x, 20x, 10x), 1-5x
65mm stereoscopic lens, 70-200mm telephoto, 100mm macro and 24-105mm.
The 1-5x stereoscopic lens is best used for pinned insects, rocks, fossils, minerals, metals, plants
and slides that are smaller, but not limited to, 4 cm in size