Happy weekend, fellow photography enthusiasts! As we know, technology is advancing rapidly across all fields, including photography.
In the past, capturing small subjects through a macro lens required a significant investment in equipment. Today, however, people have become increasingly creative—for instance, by developing mini lenses that can be attached to mobile phone cameras.
In this post, I’d like to share some knowledge, experience, and methods on how simple tools can be used to capture stunning, highly detailed macro photos that are a true feast for the eyes.
Take a close look at the techniques below:
First, try to avoid direct, harsh sunlight; it is best to shoot during the late afternoon.
Second, lock the focus once the camera is sharply focused on your subject—in this case, a flower. You can also use your phone’s zoom feature to adjust the framing and ensure the subject remains in sharp focus.
Third, apply skillful photo editing. I personally use the Snapseed app, following these steps:
Use the "Details" tool: set "Saturation" to +50 and "Sharpening" to +50.
Use the "Color Grading" tool: set "Highlights" (softness) to +100 and "Midtones" (saturation) to +10.
Use the "Tune Image" tool: set "Brightness" to -30, "Ambience" to -40, "Highlights" to -100, and "Shadows" to -20.
Use the "HDR Scape" tool: select the "Nature" preset and set the "Filter Strength" to +10.
All the photos featured here are my own, captured using a Redmi Note 14 Pro paired with an additional 37mm 0.45x super-wide-angle macro lens.
Thank you for visiting; I welcome positive and constructive criticism. Do not complain about having only simple tools—let’s get creative!