Closeups with action cameras

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    hydrogardener Total Gardener

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    As the Go Pro and my generic action cameras have apps that allow remote operation, I thought I would try to use them for nature photography. Action cameras typically have very wide angle lenses, like 150 degrees, that makes nature photography difficult. I purchased an adapter and set of close up lenses that would fit the Go Pro; and using a #3 lens I prepared a small setup to capture whatever decided to stop by. The photo was taken remotely on my android, while I was in the house working on my PC. All in all, it works pretty well.

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      Great idea, splendid shot.
       
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