An Intro to Macro Filmmaking: Macro Basics @robnelsonfilms
An Intro to Macro Filmmaking: Macro Basics  @robnelsonfilms
Uploaded August 2015 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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I spent the last month looking for the best macro setup for shooting with my DSLR. I think I've found a great solution. If you're new to macro video, this should serve as a great introduction for you. It's meant to show you the difference between a normal full frame sensor with a macro lens and what a micro 4/3 sensor with a macro lens, and zoomed in to 4K can give you.

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