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Well thanks to Live.com with ther 30% off--I finally pulled the trigger and bought a new Nikon D80. Saved 200 bucks on it. Camera was only about 400.00 bucks new after the rebate. Not bad. I am going to try to keep all my questions about coin picture taking in this thread. I already have a sigma 105 macro that I bought last year. By reading up on these camera/lens threads--it looks like this sigma is a good macro--yes? I am in the middle of trying to find a nice copy stand that is turn key with everything including the lights. Does anybody know were I can find one other then eBay. I already looked there and didn't see much. The photo editing software I am using is Elements 5.0. So from what I said what else will I need to start taking coin pics. thanks

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  • BarndogBarndog Posts: 20,519 ✭✭✭✭✭
    using the forum's search capabilities will help you answer many of your questions about photography. Congrats on your new purchase.
  • blu62vetteblu62vette Posts: 11,957 ✭✭✭✭✭
    I don't know if you will find a copystand with lights that can provide enough lighting flexibility. I would look at some local camera shops and see if they have a used copystand, you may find one on consignment.
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  • Ebay Seller

    This is who I purchased my copy stand from, stand up seller.

    If you haven't bought Mark's Coin Photography book yet, I highly recommend it.
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  • BECOKABECOKA Posts: 16,961 ✭✭✭
    Lights, lights, lights.

    Find an inexpensive light stand that either has flex arms or adjustable poles. You will need a couple.

    As mentioned already Marks Book is a must. PM him directly for price quote or check Amazon.

    Used copy stand is fine, sometimes they are on Craigslist. You can buy new at someplace like bhphoto.com
  • MillertimeMillertime Posts: 2,048 ✭✭


    << <i>Ebay Seller

    This is who I purchased my copy stand from, stand up seller.

    If you haven't bought Mark's Coin Photography book yet, I highly recommend it. >>




    I just bought a small copy stand from them yesterday.

    Millertime

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