First real macro test: my new VDB proof
renomedphys
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Somehow acquired from Larry Shapiro out of his personal collection on Thursday at the ANA. Says he’s focusing on his Mint State set. Oh well. 
I did leave the ISO on auto, and set the white balance to 3200K, the temperature of the bulbs in my copy stand. I think the exposure is a little higher on the reverse shot, but it all looks very accurate. All in all, extremely stoked about how easy it seems to capture great shots with this modern tech.
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Nice! Photo and coin.
Looks fantastic whatever the grade/color...But thats just me.
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Indeed great photos and cent! 👍
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Those are perfect pictures !
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Congrats on another huge pickup! ❤️
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Congratulations on a nice cent and the great photos.
Well done.
Nice one!
Great coin and the photos are very nice also.
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Great shots of a DREAM COIN!
A big congrats to you
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That's a nice coin and the photo shows the details well. My read of the photo (correct me if I'm wrong) is that in hand the coin is a bit brighter, and I think playing with the lights a bit would get you there.
What "modern tech" are you using? Great pics, BTW!!!
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I love the image. Even if the coin is a tad lighter in hand this setting shows the luster much better and details are wonderful
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Airplanenut yes, I’m hand the coin is a bit brighter. It looks full red even though designated RB. Here’s one there’s no question. Old friend, new photo:
Lighting is tricky. I moved the camera a lot closer and now am blocking more light. Gotta figure that out. Maybe a move my light mounts 🤷🏻♂️
And my “modern tech” is this awesome new SLR body from Nikon. So easy to use. Love the touchscreen.
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@renomedphys... That is a very nice cent and a great picture.... Captures the details nicely. Cheers, RickO
Great & great
That last pic you're showing is of the superb nature.
VERY well done. Yes, lighting is your friend when it comes to macro photography. I use 2,150-watt daylight for my imaging.
Have fun as that's the most important thing and take your time.