How to Determine Your Macro Magnification

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Set up the area where you will be doing the measuring.

   Lay the measuring tape or rule out on a flat surface.
   
   Set up a tripod for capturing the image without blur.
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   Step 2: Determine the actual size of your sensor.Some Canon and Kodak are 36 X 24

   , Start it on a whole number to make your math easier.
   
   Be sure that you will be able to see the measurement marks––ensure it is lit well enough. , If you get
   11.75 and the camera sensor is
   23.7, divide
   23.7 by
   11.75.
   23.7/11 =
   2.02 ,
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   Step 3: Nikon D70 is 23.7 X 15.7

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   Step 4: Take a picture of the measuring tape.

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   Step 5: Do the math.

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   Step 6: Repeat as needed.

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