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Camcorder/ Camera for macro filming Ants

Started By RazzCicle767 , Yesterday, 7:27 PM

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#1 Offline RazzCicle767 - Posted Yesterday, 7:27 PM

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I am looking for something to film my ants with. I have been doing some research and all the recommended cameras have been wayyyyyyyy out of my price range. I tried using my GoPro hero 7 but it did not work and neither did my phone. I need something under $200 with a macro lens, preferably a camcorder, but I know it is less realistic. If you can’t find a camcorder then just a good camera with a macro lens is fine.
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#2 Offline ANTdrew - Posted Today, 2:16 AM

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Most people on here film ants with their phones and a clip on macro lens. Amazon has many good options.

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#3 Offline RazzCicle767 - Posted Today, 5:24 AM

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My phone camera is terrible and I don’t want a clip on. I also don’t have a phone( using my moms). Any other suggestions?
Thanks

#4 Offline Ants_Dakota - Posted Today, 5:53 AM

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My phone camera is terrible and I don’t want a clip on. I also don’t have a phone( using my moms). Any other suggestions?
Thanks

You will be able to get nothing quality for under $200 except a macro lens. Even used Cannon cameras on ebay are over $200 if you want a lens that can capture ants well. Even if your phone camera is terrible, your best shot is a macro lens as it will at least get you better pictures until you save up enough for a decent camera.

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#5 Offline AntsTx - Posted Today, 8:25 AM

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https://www.shopapex...-macro-lens-kit
I use this and it works great.

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#6 Offline RushmoreAnts - Posted Today, 9:38 AM

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iPhone 14 Pro with an Apexel Macro lens. It isn't even made for that model specifically, but still works great.

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