This image is a focus stack tried in PS. With bugs/insects, it is difficult to keep all the frames aligned even though we use a tripod. This gave me a difficult time while post-processing the image (stacking).
I do realize that despite focus-stacking, I still don't have the entire subject sharp (should have clicked more frames to bring the legs in focus).
Techs:
Nikon D300 + Nikon 105mm VR micro + tripod
f/16, 1/13, ISO800, mild off-camera flash from left to fill-in.
Cloning, cleaning up of stacking artifacts.
Hi Kaushik, I think you did an excellent job on the stack. I don't mind that not everything is in focus, it gives the image a more realistic look, while you managed to greatly improve DOF. Excellent details, lovely BG and I like that a lot of web is showing. I'm amazed that you were able to get images for a stack from a spider handling it's prey. They usually move around a lot.
I bet this was a bear to pp! My goodness what a lovely image you have here. The front wing on the fly is the only thing I'd really care to see even more focus on; the web is absolutely stunning! Fantastic work here, Kaushik!
Hey Kaushik,
Very well done with the stacking! Extremely difficult to get this sharp front to back.....and I too like where it goes OOF.....gives a nice bit of depth. You know my preference for tight crops.....so a bit off the top would work better for my tastes....but all in all very well done!
It's not easy to stack macros,I know!
But this is beautiful work,Kaushik!
I've given up this method with live bugs and uses high f/numbers instead.
Maybe I'll try again seen your fine photo!:)