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11-Apr-2014 Roy Berger

Bonanza !

The white bits are grains of sugar used to attract the fly and keep it busy while I gat a few shots.

Nikon D800, AF-S Nikkor 105mm F/2.8 micro VR, Kenko 12mm extension tube, R1C1 flash kit, tripod
Exposure = 1/200 sec; f/20; ISO 100@105mm with flash, manual spot metering, manual focus
Flash info = two R200 flash units on lens ring, iTTL 0EV, distance to subject 33cm
White balance preset via white reference card.


other sizes: small medium large original auto
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John S 28-Aug-2014 20:48
Wonderful and beautiful, reminds me of the movie "The Fly".
Sheila 13-Apr-2014 23:51
This whole set is marvelous, Roy!
Bea.13-Apr-2014 20:50
You've turned into a real "fly whisperer" Roy, and getting excellent results.
Clay Swatzell 13-Apr-2014 18:32
A wonderful use of focus resulting in a very detailed photo.
Chuck13-Apr-2014 17:20
Sweet. Does s/he have a name ?
Ed Duverger13-Apr-2014 16:53
V.One can't catch flies with vinegar(Flemish proverb).
A masterpiece,Roy.
Ruth Voorhis13-Apr-2014 03:15
The crystals make an attractive backdrop for this amazingly detailed fly. Nice work, Roy.
Laura Milholland12-Apr-2014 23:22
More detail than I ever thought I'd see of a fly! ;)
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