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Macro lens field test


Macro lens field test
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Copyright: Gerhard Theron (gerhardt) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1976 W: 259 N: 4103] (11585)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2005-11-13
Categories: Insects
Camera: Canon EOS 20D, Sigma 150mm F2.8 APO Macro DG HSM, Digital ISO 400, Hoya UV (72mm)
Exposure: f/16, 1/200 seconds
Details: (Fill) Flash: Yes
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2005-11-17 2:45
Viewed: 1606
Points: 18
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Gold-haired Fuit Chafer
Xeloma tomentosa

Very little info could be found regarding this species.

Family Scarabaeidae
Scarab Beetles
The Scarab Beetles are, perhaps, the most exalted of all the insects. Before delving into the history of worship surrounding the "Sacred Scarab", it should be noted that there are many kinds of Scarab Beetles - perhaps as many as 30,000 species. The name “Scarab Beetle” is an appellation that defines a group of beetles known scientifically as the family Scarabaeidae, a huge family which is further divided into many subfamilies. The four subfamilies that draw the most attention are Cetoniinae (The Flower Beetles), Dynastinae (The Rhinoceros Beetles), Rutelinae (The Shining Leaf-chafers), and the much-celebrated Scarabaeinae (The Dung Beetles). Of these different kinds of Scarab Beetles, it was the Dung Beetle which captured the imagination of the Egyptians. This was because the Dung Beetle emerged from the earth like the rising sun, rolled its dung ball over the land just as Ra himself moved across the sky and then, as the sun set, so too did the beetle disappear back into the earth, only to rise again the following day. It became a powerful symbol to the Egyptians, venerated for thirty centuries as the symbol of rebirth and everlasting life.

Subfamily Cetoniinae
Flower & Fruit Beetles
The subfamily Cetoniinae is a group of beetles commonly known as Flower Beetles. Flower Beetles are one of the most sought-after groups of beetles. Not only do the beetles within Cetoniinae have some of the most striking color patterns of any group of beetles, they are also among the largest. For collectors, the Goliath Beetles (Goliathus spp.) of Africa are by far some of the most prized of all beetles, known not only for their size (11cm+) but also for the bold designs that make them such handsome insects. These patterns are made all the more striking by the rich, velvety sheen that marks many Flower Beetles. A dense mat of very short hairs, called “pubescence”, causes this texture. Despite their large size, Goliath Beetles are harmless. In fact, Flower Beetles get their name from the feeding habits of the adults. The Cetoniinae as a group are very fond of sweet liquids. This includes nectar, sap and the juice and flesh of soft, ripe fruits. In contrast, their larvae generally can be found in soil or other substrates where they feed on decomposing leaves.
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Very good head shot Gerhard! Excellent detail, sharpness, light, color and POV..Excellent notes as well. I see you're using that new Sigma 150MM. Great test run! Very well done my friend.
Thank You.

Great shot Gerhard,
Congratulations on the new lens, a wise choice.
Excellent detail, colours and sharpness. Good POV, DOF and framing.
Thanks for posting.

Looks Good to me Gerhard, the hairs of the beetle look amazing the combination of camera and new lens seems good, look forward to seeing more. TFS yours Robert

Hi Gerhard,
Very sharp detail in your new macro lens. I love the POV, composition, and framing on this one. Very well done!
Scott

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  • Fisher Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1540 W: 309 N: 2234] (8915)
  • [2005-11-17 15:38]

Hi Gerhard,

Excellent shot, well done on the composition and details. Excellent work.

Mike

Hi Gerhard,
Almost missed you first macro wiht the new lens.
Good details, nice colours and good POV.
The DOF is maybe a little shallow.
Very well done, my friend.

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  • dew77 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4635 W: 248 N: 4025] (13237)
  • [2005-11-18 10:00]

Hello Gerhard,
Wonderful macro.Sharpness,POV,details are excellent.I prefer Sigma 180mm;)TFS....:-)

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  • sAner Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1488 W: 72 N: 1428] (4748)
  • [2005-11-19 4:34]

Hi Gerhard,

Up close and personal! Very close and good details. Well exposed and nice colors. I do think the picture is a little bit noisy though ... Well done & TFS!

Regards,
Pieter

Ps-You know what e-mail I mean! :)

Congrats for the new toy. I was going to wish you enjoy, but I can see you are already enjoying :)
It looks very crisp and clear to me, and all people in TN who has this one, post beautiful shots with it. This is not a exception.
Thanks.

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