Coin Photo's

Georgems65 · February 20, 2007 8:31AM

What is the best software to have for coin pictures, Also what would be a good camera to use

ddbird · February 20, 2007 8:34AM

Nikon's are good with macro.

You can get a cheap one that works great for coins...about $90. Ask Russ what series.

As for programs...I use Photoshop and it works.

I use a NIkon coolpix 4200 but its outdated by now I'm sure.

p8nt · February 20, 2007 8:43AM

This was taken with a Nikon 5600. It'll run you about $100 new.

19Lyds · February 20, 2007 8:56AM

Nice Pic P8nt.

What software did you use for cropping and web preparation? Also, got a picture of your photo setup?

IRCWCoins · February 20, 2007 9:44AM

That pic is awesome, P8nt. I think it's time I got a new digital camera.

Rodius · February 20, 2007 9:50AM

Nice pic, I use a nikon coolpix 3500 and I cannot get a clear pic to save my life. Tell me what you use for a stand or tripod.

bsshog40 · February 20, 2007 9:51AM

I use a Canon S3IS.

Smed624 · February 20, 2007 10:21AM

kodak Easyshare V603 Camera
tripod
Picture manager Software
taken through a 7X Loupe
I'm still having some issues with my lighting

bsshog40 · February 20, 2007 10:35AM

I like them close-ups. This is the latest close-up I've done. I actually just bought this camera 2 weeks ago and am trying to perfect it. Takes a while tho'.

Smed624 · February 20, 2007 10:41AM

I have a tough time with the close ups, also....

to much coffee = shakey Hands...

jhd · February 20, 2007 10:41AM

Canon S3IS. I have had it two days. Cost a good bit, lots of learning.
Software is adode photodeluxe Old 4.0 version but works great.

mozeppa · February 20, 2007 10:48AM

this one was taken on a white table cloth on my pic-nic table............................................by the hubble telescope!

grabba · February 20, 2007 10:51AM

<< <i>this one was taken on a white table cloth on my pic-nic table............................................by the hubble telescope!

>>

OMG...A double die! You suck!

NumisOxide · February 20, 2007 10:53AM

p8nt, great pic.

p8nt · February 20, 2007 10:57AM

I'm using Photoshop Elements for post-picture processing.

My setup is incredibly simple. Two desk lights sitting on top of cardboard boxes (that the lights came in) and pointed straight down on the coin. I've got a simple 1 ft. tripod holding the camera.

ldhair · February 20, 2007 11:27AM

<< <i>What is the best software to have for coin pictures, Also what would be a good camera to use >>

Photoshop is really cool. Nice cameras come with some good programs as well.
As far as cameras, just buy an SLR with a nice macro lens and you are there.
I like both Nikon and Canon. I wasted money on some smaller cameras.
That said, you can take some really great images from most any camera if you have the time to learn it.

bsshog40 · February 20, 2007 10:30PM

I have a 1ft tripod also. I use the standard lens. I have a wide angle macro but really haven't found the need to use it for close-ups. I'm using Adobe photoshop 5.0. Doesn't crop exactly like others but does the job. I use a small clamp on flourscent lamp to give light towards the coin but far enough away to avoid glare and use the exposure setting for the rest of the lighting needed to bring out the coin.

IrishMike · February 21, 2007 12:19AM

Adobe photoshop elements either 4.0 or 5.0 will do whatever you need to have done. They run about 80 bucks retail.

bsshog40 · February 21, 2007 7:40AM

<< <i>Adobe photoshop elements either 4.0 or 5.0 will do whatever you need to have done. They run about 80 bucks retail. >>

Actually you can get 5.0 for about $40.00 on ebay NIB

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