Canon’s journey with Speedlites has been exciting, but recently it hit a turning point with the discontinuation of the flagship Speedlite EL-1. This left a noticeable gap in their lineup, and while Profoto is often considered a top alternative for high-end lighting, many dental photographers still prefer to use Canon-branded gear to maintain full compatibility within their system.
There are rumors that Canon may soon announce a new Hybrid Speedlite, which could potentially take the position of the new flagship model. However, this information hasn’t been confirmed. If the rumors are true, this new Speedlite might include both traditional flash functionality and a video light, which would make it a versatile tool for both still photography and video documentation.
Canon’s Hybrid Speedlite Features for Dental Photographers
The addition of a video light is more than just a novelty. For dental photographers, this could offer significant benefits, especially when working in environments that require both still images and videos. Imagine shooting clinical photos and quickly transitioning to record video demonstrations using the same light source—no need to switch setups. This hybrid system would streamline workflows for those involved in intraoral photography and dental portfolio shoots.
One of the most anticipated features of this rumored Speedlite is the control over shallow depth of field (DOF), allowing dental professionals to create more artistic and dynamic images. The continuous lighting mode could be particularly useful for crafting soft, diffused backgrounds while keeping the subject, such as a dental restoration or smile design, in sharp focus. This combination of precise lighting and DOF control is invaluable for those aiming to elevate their dental photography into the realm of artistic presentation.
Canon hasn’t confirmed the specifics yet, but we’ve been told to expect new Speedlite features beyond the hybrid lighting. What exactly those features will be remains unclear. The official announcement could come as early as November, though delays in the EOS R era have been common, especially with products like Speedlites, which can take longer to reach the market.
It’s also worth noting that there has been a recall on the Speedlite EL-5, so it’s clear Canon is working to refine its lighting solutions. While there is no confirmed flagship model in the current lineup, we don’t expect Canon to leave this gap unfilled for long.
For now, dental photographers should keep an eye on the developments, as this new Hybrid Speedlite could represent a major leap forward for those who need to capture both photos and videos with professional lighting.
If you’re a dental photographer looking to upgrade your gear for intraoral photography or even detailed dental portfolio shots, the rumored release of the Canon EOS R6 Mark III should definitely be on your radar. Canon’s R6 line has been a favorite among professionals for its versatility, performance, and excellent price-to-quality ratio, making it one of the most popular full-frame mirrorless cameras, especially for us, working in the dental photography world.
Originally, many speculated that the EOS R6 Mark III would drop by the end of 2024, but the latest whispers point toward a release in the first quarter of 2025. An image of what’s believed to be the new model has surfaced, and while the number isn’t visible, there are noticeable differences compared to the EOS R6 Mark II. As we can see, there’s a new button on top — but its function remains a mystery.
EOS R6 Mark III: First specs
While the final specs are still up in the air, it’s expected that the EOS R6 Mark III will stick with the 24MP sensor, which is more than enough for the high-quality intraoral and portrait shots dental professionals need. Some rumors suggest it might even feature the advanced sensor from the EOS R3, which would significantly boost image quality, especially in low-light situations, such as when capturing precise details in dental photography.
Another exciting possibility for dental photographers is the dual card slot setup — one CFe and one SD — similar to what we see in the EOS R5 Mark II. This can be a huge advantage when shooting large amounts of data, like high-res dental photos or video content for dental photography courses, ensuring you have enough storage space for extended sessions.
Canon is known for using the EOS R6 series to introduce new features, and we’re expecting no less from the Mark III. The R6 Mark II introduced the “precapture” feature, allowing photographers to capture key moments more easily — a tool that could be invaluable for those working on intricate intraoral shots or dental portfolio photography. The Mark III is likely to continue this trend, adding more video capabilities and other features to streamline the workflow for dental photographers.
So, while we wait for the official details, dental photographers can look forward to some exciting advancements in the Canon EOS R6 Mark III, making it an excellent option for upgrading your dental photography setup. Stay tuned for more updates — we’ll keep you posted as soon as we know more!
Canon is well aware of the requests to see third-party lenses that are equipped with autofocus, like those made by Sigma or Tamron, on its mirrorless RF mount. And it looks like the company is taking these requests seriously!
Third-Party Manufacturers Will Finally Offer RF Mount Lenses?
Interestingly, in 2022 Canon was very strict about taking this option under consideration and it was a firm “no”.
“Canon believes that these products infringe their patent and design rights and has therefore requested the company to stop all activities that infringe Canon’s intellectual property rights,” the company said in September of 2022.
But time flies and today Canon remains the only major camera manufacturer to not allow third-party lens makers to produce fully supported lenses for its mirrorless cameras. “There is a slight change from last year” says Go Tokura, Senior Managing Executive Officer and Deputy Head of the Imaging Group at Canon. “[Since we have] launched more than 40 lenses and our product lineup has become more versatile and based on that, our communication with the third party has been seeing more progress from last year.”
Even if we can’t call this statement a confirmation, it looks way better than the previous opinions and we’re really looking forward to this breakthrough. We’re pretty sure you’re waiting for it as much as we do and we’ll keep you posted!
The sensor is one of the most essential elements in every camera. Camera sensor size is something to consider when purchasing a camera for Dental Photography.
Let’s start with some basics. What is a camera sensor?
A camera sensor is a piece of hardware inside the camera that captures light and converts it into signals that result in an image. Sensors consist of millions of photosites, or light-sensitive spots, that record what is being seen through the lens. The size of the camera’s sensor determines how much of this light is used to create the image.
A camera’s sensor dictates the quality of the images it can produce—the larger the sensor, the higher the image quality. Bigger image sensors have bigger pixels, which means better low-light performance, reduced noise, good dynamic range, and the ability to obtain more information.
What does it mean in practice? Take a look at the graphics below.
If you put a 21-megapixel full-frame sensor next to a 21-megapixel APS-C sensor, both are going to have the same amount of photoreceptors or pixels, but because the full-frame sensor is larger, the pixels are going to be larger.
Keep in mind that camera sensor formats are not standardized across the different brands or models. Dimensions may vary slightly from the figures.
Different brands of camera bodies have different crop factors. For instance, Canon has a 1.6x crop sensor, while Nikon, Sony, Sigma, and Pentax have a multiplier of 1.5x, and Panasonic and Olympus are 2x.
Now, having that explained, let’s move on to our online lesson and topics we’d like to explore!
Where did the digital sensor come from?
Camera sensor’s main functions
Praktyczna demonstarcja Comparison of two Canon cameras with different sensor sizes
Dental photographers, hold your breath. The latest sources are suggesting that we will see Canon EOS R5 Mark II in 2023, potentially alongside a new high-megapixel version of the EOS R5.
And, as multiple sources confirm, Canon is indeed preparing to launch the EOS R5 Mark II by the end of the year, and it will appear before the long-awaited Canon EOS R1 camera.
And there’s more. Sources claim that R5 Mark II would stick with a sensor size of around 45MP. Canon is saving its truly groundbreaking technology for the release of the much awaited EOS R1. What’s the concern? The high-megapixel version of the Canon EOS R5 can be a stills photography-focused camera and could have up to a native 80-megapixel sensor, but make sacrifices on its video skills. Fortunately, that’s not bad for our area: digital dental photography!
As we all know, macro ringflash is indispensable in dental photographer’s work and we’re using it everyday in digital and intraoral dental photography.
So, it cheers us up that it looks like the Godox MF-R76S TTL lights up miniature worlds for Canon, Nikon & Sony shooters! The newest addition is great when you need even lighting that the ring-shaped lens-mounted flash tubes provide.
The MF-R76S TTL will be available in three different versions to ensure TTL compatibility with Sony, Canon and Nikon system cameras. It has TTL metering and wireless control if using the Godox 2.4GHz X system. By using two tubes it is possible to light one side of the subject more than the other for better modeling, and control of shadows.
The units also offer advanced flash features such as second-curtain sync and high-speed sync (HSS). What does it mean in practice? Intraoral photography will be possible with shorter times and macro photos will be sharp even when there’s no image stabilization.
The new flash is selling for $289 and it’s about to hit the stores, although you might need to wait a bit longer for all versions.
Pouring your money into the best available equipment is easy, but is it necessary? If you’re a beginner in the dental photography industry, no. The cheapest Canon EOS will do for start. Even though it has some limits.
Most importantly, the camera has automatic subject detection function and eye detection function, which are crucial when it comes to dental portrait photography. It won’t detect animals or other objects, but who cares?
Viewfinder? Same as in the R50, but there’s no touch screen nor matrix stabilization. The SD slot works only with the slower UHS-I cards, you should keep that in mind if fast pace is something you really care about. There’s no secondary screen on the main panel, but the knob with shooting modes should be enough and comfortable.
Of course, if you’re switching to a mirrorless from your smartphone, you’ll be happy to use the automatic settings. But let us tell you: the semi automatic or manual settings are the best way to squeeze as much as possible out of such a simple mirrorless camera.
If you’re still working with your smartphone, switching to EOS R100 will be a huge step in your dental intraoral and digital photography. Not to mention the comfort!
EOS R100 Pros and Cons
Pros
Built-in Flash
Normal fixed LCD screen, not a flippy thing
People, Face and Eye detection.
1/250 flash sync speed.
Programmable buttons
Wi-Fi.
Bluetooth
100% U.S.A. and EU -based high-quality technical support
Affordable yet capable
Great image quality
Easy to learn and use
Cons
No touchscreen
Limited ISO sensitivity
Very basic camera missing many features most of us have come to take for granted
No ultrasonic sensor cleaner, and Canon’s specifications say “Manual cleaning (by hand) not supported.”
No USB charging
No in-camera Image Stabilization
No universal preset C1, C2 or C3 memory modes to recall entire sets of camera settings in one click
LCD doesn’t flip or til
Traditional hot shoe; has no direct-digital connections for modern microphones and some of Canon’s newest flashes
Flash doesn’t work with the electronic shutter
Control Ring on the control ring EF to RF Adapter doesn’t work (EF to RF Adapter otherwise works great).
Meike’s new APS-C mirrorless cameras 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens has just been announced.
New, affordable lens for intraoral and portrait photography? Check out our cameras online lesson and Macro Lens guide – it will help you with the right choice for your dental photography set! If you’re looking for a low budget APS-C mirrorless camera lens, this one can be one of your options: new Meike’s 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens.
The lens will be available in various mounts, including Sony E, Fujifilm X, Nikon Z, Canon EF-M and RF, and Micro Four Thirds.
Its price, $190, seems very reasonable as a dental photography accessory. The effective focal length depends on the mount, but on APS-C cameras, it will be roughly a 90mm equivalent macro lens, while on Micro Four Thirds, it’ll be a 120mm macro prime.
Looks like an affordable offer for dental photographers, always looking for the best macro shoots possible.
Meike’s 60mm f/2.8 Macro Lens Specs:
a nine-bladed aperture diaphragm
1:1 magnification at its minimum focus distance of 6.9 inches (17.5 centimeters)
a manual aperture control ring with a ridged grip surface
weighs just over 10.5 ounces (300 grams)
price: $190
The lens is compatible with:
E mount : Sony E mount A7III A9 NEX 3 3N 5 NEX 5T NEX 5R NEX 6 7 A5000 A5100 A6000 A6100 A6300 A6500 .etc
When it comes to practicality, please note that the shutter ring is placed on the front of the lens and it’s quite easy to change it accidentally while setting the focus. This is a thing to remember!
For the price, the lens’ work looks very decent. We need to lower our expectations, though. There’s no AF or any other automation, so setting the focus needs more focus 😉 Low budget comes with its price and that’s something to always keep in mind.
To sum up: please consider this device only if you’re not able to afford a better and more expensive one. Otherwise, don’t bother.
You’d like to customize your shutter sounds when working with a patient? The Nikon’s Z9 will give it to you!
Nikon shared the selectable shutter sound during a live stream that it published to YouTube which was spotted by Nikon Rumors. There will be three sounds available: the standard Z9 click, a more DSLR-like click, and finally a shutter sound that is more akin to what has been heard from a Nikon film camera. The shutter sound volume can be adjusted between one and five — one being quiet, and five being the loudest.
Will the patient appreciate the real sound during a shoot? We’ll see. Rumor has it Nikon will consider adding other sounds, including fun ones such as the cat’s meow. If that doesn’t make your patient laugh, we don’t know what else will!
Is Nikon dropping the DSLR in favor of the mirrorless sector?
The DSLR cameras have gained recognition around the world and among photographers in various industries. Dental photography included! Everyone knows some of the immortal models, like Nikon D750, working flawlessly for many, many years. Even though the camera itself was often passed from hand to hand.
Recent Nikon rumors made us think: will dental photographers be forced to change their habits and start using mirrorless cameras? Or is it only a premature panic?
Even though the company’s focusing on the mirrorless cameras, Nikon isn’t planning to exit the DSLR branch yet. “It is true that we are concentrating development resources on mirrorless cameras,” but “We have not decided to end or withdraw from development. to produce, sell, and support single-lens reflex cameras” says Mr. Tokunari, Nikon’s Senior Managing Exec Officer/CFO.
This confirms Nikon’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Tokusei Yoshiaki announcement at the financial results briefing for the April-June 2022 period: “Nikon will continue to operate the single-lens reflex camera business. We have not decided to withdraw from development.”
It looks like dental photographers can still use Nikon’s DLSRs and we shouldn’t be worried. Yet.
We’ll keep you posted as usual!
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The long-rumored Canon EOS R8 should finally see its debut in February, along with the new Canon RF-S 11-22mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM, a reimagining of the EF-M version for the manufacturer’s latest mirrorless mount.
What will the R8 be like and will it be useful in dental intraoral photography? That’s yet to be determined, but as an “8” it should be placed between the EOS R7 and EOS R10. It is expected to share the same 24-megapixel APS-C sensor as the R10.
Not much is yet known about other features that will separate the EOS R8 from the other models, but according to Canon Rumors it will use a brand new type of ‘flippy screen’. Now they’ve got us curious!
What’s more, the new Canon RF-S 11-22mm f/4.5-5.6 IS STM lens is supposed to be coming in the first half of 2023. It would likely be an update of the existing Canon EF-M 11-22mm f/4-5.6 IS STM lens, which is a compact, wide-angle and versatile lens for Canon’s likely soon to be extinct EOS M camera range.
Not much is yet known about other EOS8’s features, but according to Canon Rumors it will use a brand new type of ‘flippy screen’.
The Canon EOS R8 is expected to be revealed at the CP+ show – the industry’s biggest camera and photography expo, taking place in Japan from February 23-26. We’ll keep you posted as usual!
The EOS R10 currently retails for just under $1,000 / £900 / AU$1,500 while the EOS R7 comes in at $1,500 / £1,350 / AU2,300. The EOS8 should be positioned between these two price tags.
As we know, the Canon EOS R6 Mark II is set to begin shipping right before the end of 2022. But there is some more exciting news for dental photographers!
According to Canon Rumors, the Canon EOS R5 Mark II – successor to the hugely popular EOS R5 – will launch “in Q2 of 2023”!
The launch rumor comes with an impressive list of specifications, making it even more credible.
So, what can we expect?
upgraded continuous shooting speeds and autofocus technology
30 FPS burst mode and AF system directly from the EOS R3 and EOS R6 Mark II
class-leading autofocus technology, combined with the 61 MP sensor
not just 8K/30p recording, and not just (oversampled) 4K/120p and 4K/60p, but 8K/60p
If it will all come true, the EOS R5 Mark II will be one of our 2023 dental photography dreams!
The camera’s price is yet to be revealed, and we’re guessing a $5000+ price tag is really possible. We’ll keep you posted!
It’s official! There will be no more the Canon MP-E 65mm f/2.5 1-5x Macro lens on the market. After 23 years Canon ends the production of one of the best and the coolest Macro lenses available.
What was so special about this model? It’s 1:1 to 5:1 Magnification and 9.4″ Min Focus. These features let us get really close-up. That’s a feature we can’t overstate in dental intraoral photography. Professional and advanced dental photographers will appreciate the lens’ specs, so this is the last call to purchase. The retailers will sell through their remaining stock, but it will not be replenished. Of course, it will still be available on the aftermarket and we bet it will be often looked up!
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When it comes to working with the speedlight, Carlos Ayala is one of our best dental photography experts.
Speedlight is the best way to achieve professional dental photos without spending a fortune on an expensive lighting kit! Now you can take good looking photos in your own dental office. But is it possible to take a great picture, studio quality and creative lighting all-in-one? Let’s check!
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Different types of flashes: ring flash and regular Speedlight
How to use a reflector, bounced light technique, simple beauty dish, and more
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The Canon EOS Rebel SL3 (EOS 250D in most regions) is an ultra-compact digital SLR that features a 24MP APS-C-sized CMOS sensor, DIGIC 8 processor and Dual Pixel autofocus system.
The main differences between the SL3 and SL2 is the addition of Eye AF during live view, an even smaller and lighter body, and 4K video.
Canon has launched the new EOS R6 Mark II full-frame mirrorless camera and, as we know already, it is supposed to be the fastest small camera ever. What do the first reviews tell us and is this camera fine for dental photography?
First, the Canon EOS R6 Mark II shoots twice as fast as the original EOS R6 (which is now discontinued in favor of the new model). Some say, it’s basically a new Mini R3 and call it a sports, action, and events shooting monster thanks to a dramatically improved autofocus system thanks to a new AI chip, an improved buffer, as well as the ability to shoot up to 40 frames per second.
This impressive autofocus could be a game-changer when it comes to dental portrait photography! And if you’re a fan of autofocus in intraoral photography as well, this one will surely meet your expectations. And as for other photography freaks (myself included), the speed of taking photos will be pure pleasure, especially with continuous light.
In my opinion, the higher pixel density is the biggest asset. The EOS R6 was always a bit of an odd fish. Its 20MP sensor was always going to compare badly to its 24MP rivals, and the R6 was not cheap either. Personally, I would be really glad if the pixels number would reach 30 million.
So let’s take a look at the key differences between the Canon EOS R6 II and the EOS R6 to see what Canon has done and the difference it’s likely to make:
1. Design
When it comes to the physical buttons, Canon loves to move them around, right? And so, here we’re getting an entirely different system for that on the R6 II that moves the power button from the left side of the body to the right, replacing it with a dedicated photo/video switch. It can be difficult to switch your memory to the new settings and it can be seen as a problem.
Canon EOS R6: 3.69m dot EVF, vari-angle screen, weather seals
Physically, the EOS R6 II and R6 are largely indistinguishable. They both have dust and weather sealing, they both have a 3.69m-dot EVF and vari-angle rear screen and both offer dual SD UHS-II card slots.
They even use the same LP-E6NH batteries and BG-R10 battery grip, though Canon does claim the R6 II offers a 50% improvement in battery life when using the LCD screen. I can’t wait to check this feature in practice: worrying about charging the battery can be exhausting.
2. Sensor
Canon EOS R6 II: 24.1 full-frame CMOS, up to ISO 102,400
Canon EOS R6: 20.1 full-frame CMOS, up to ISO 102,400
That’s great! The 24MP resolution of the R6 II is the same as that of its key rivals, whereas the old EOS R6 seemed oddly lacking. It’s not enough to upgrade for, but it’s enough to tip the balance more in Canon’s favor against the Nikon Z6 II, Lumix S1 or Sony A7 IV.
3. Autofocus
Canon EOS R6 II: Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, EV -6.5, extended subject recognition
Canon EOS R6: Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, -6.5EV
The R6 was already pretty advanced when it comes to AF, but the EOS R6II goes further. It features improved deep learning AI subject tracking. You can choose subject types manually or leave the camera to decide what it’s looking at. You can set left or right-eye tracking, and if the eyes can’t be detected the R6 II will switch to the face; if that’s hidden it will switch to head detection, and if that’s not possible is will recognize the subject’s body.
I can’t wait to check the AF in dental macrophotography and how it will cope with the teeth sharpness. This is definitely something dental photographers can be happy with.
4. Image Stabilization
Both cameras have IBIS systems offering up to 8 stops of sync IS shake compensation, dependent on the lens in use.
Canon EOS R6 II: Up to 8 stops
Canon EOS R6: Up to 8 stops
Canon claims the in-body image stabilization in the EOS R6 II offers the world’s most effective IS performance, with up to 8 stops of compensation with combined lens/body IS and the right lenses. However, the EOS R6 before it also offered up to 8 stops of compensation, so we will assume that this particular feature hasn’t changed.
If you’re taking dental photos in continuous light, this feature can provide you with a less blurred result. I’ll check it, but in my opinion the previous stabilization was also fine!
6K ProRes Raw video with a compatible Atomos recorder
Raw burst mode with pre-capture
Moving subject HDR mode
3.68M-dot EVF capable of up to 120 fps refresh (0.76x magnification)
1.62M-dot, 3-inch rear touchscreen
Dual UHS-II SD card slots
760 shot-per-charge battery rating (CIPA)
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II goes on sale 29 November – and is set to cost $3,599 /£2,779.99 / AU$4,499 body only.
Summarise:
The Canon EOS R6 Mark II has, faster shooting, more megapixels, and better video features – but is that enough to tempt R6 users in dental photography into upgrading? Perhaps not – but the new specs are likely to make the EOS R6 II a much more compelling camera for hybrid stills/video photographers looking for its particular brand of speed and versatility but without taking a drop in resolution.
If you already have the EOS R6, the improvements in the R6 II are modest enough and don’t instantly make your camera obsolete. But, if you were considering the R6 but put off solely by its 20MP sensor, the EOS R6 II should banish all your doubts!
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Laowa PeriProbe Lens: Can it be used in Dental Photography?
Venus Optics has just unveiled a new unique macro lens: the Laowa 24mm T14 2x PeriProbe. With the same features as the previous Laowa probe lens, it also provides a surprise: a 90-degree rotating periscope tip at the end!
Thanks to its long, narrow tube, the PeriProbe can reach deep inside tiny holes or can be helpful in dental intraoral photography. Its periscope can “dive” into the mouth with a 360-degree rotation while keeping the majority of the camera out of the way. Can you imagine that?
The PeriProbe lens comes with a 1/2-20-inch thread towards the end for attaching magic arms and extra lighting in order to illuminate tiny objects in the macro range.
The Venus Optics Laowa 24mm T14 2x PeriProbe lens is already available and it costs $2,299.
Is this the future of dental intraoral photography? It sure looks interesting, but will it be possible to use in our dental photography industry? As we all know, intraoral photography can be tricky with its narrow photo object!
In our opinion, the lens can be an interesting addition to your dental photography kit.
As we predict – thanks to many trade rumors – Canon is about to announce the Canon EOS R7 and Canon EOS R10, two mirrorless models with APS-C sensors.
But there’s more. Various sources say that these new models could be direct replacement for the Canon EOS 7D Mark II and Canon EOS 90D. That’s all according to news site CanonWatch, who think we could have an official announcement as soon as 24 May! The EOS R7 was thought to be a replacement for the Canon EOS 7D line, as Canon has been focusing on its EOS R line-up for some time, and a mirrorless version of the EOS 7D II could definitely attract dental photographers who want the reach of an APS-C sensor (and a more affordable body).
Will the new EOS R7 and EOS R10 be the right choice for dental photographers?
EOS R7: Specs
What do the rumors say? EOS R7’s technical specs include a 32.5-MP APS-C sensor with Dual Pixel CMOS Autofocus, a 15-30fps continuous shooting speed, 4K video recording at 60/50fps (NTSC/PAL), 1080p recording at 120/100fps, and In-Body Image Stabilization.
We can be sure: such specs seem really enough for a dental photographer.
EOS R10: Is it happening at all?
We’re still not sure whether the EOS R10 is a real thing. None of these reports have been officially commented on by Canon itself.
But – if it is true – Canon Rumors has listed a few possible specs for the EOS R10, which if true, could make the EOS M camera line seem redundant. These include a 24.2MP sensor, 15-23fps (using the mechanical/electronic shutter), and 1x UHS-II SD card slot. These are more modest than the EOS R7, and suggest that the EOS R10 could be pitched as the entry-level RF Mount camera with an APS-C image sensor.
If CanonWatch has a good source, we only need to wait a few days and everything should be clear! Stay tuned, we’ll keep you posted.
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If you’re looking for your Canon or Nikon flashes replacement for Dental Photography, here’s a new option: Godox MF-R76 Macro Ring Flash.
Compatible with Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, Olympus, Fuji, and Pentax DSLR cameras with a hot shoe, the MF-R76 Macro Ring Flash from Godox illuminates your subject with a soft and even light, which is ideal for revealing small, close-up details – an indispensable skill when it comes tointraoral photography.
Godox says that “with a ring shape design and a flash head allowed to be directly attached on the front of a lens, it provides illumination without getting in the way or casting harsh shadows, which is deemed an ideal option for photographers to shoot the close-up images both on location and in the studio”. These features do look perfect for us, dental photographers!
The ring light consists of two components: a controller that slips into your camera’s hot shoe, and the ring flash, which mounts on your lens. Godox includes 49, 52, 55, 58, 62, 67, 72, and 77mm adapter rings to ensure wide compatibility with most lenses. The control unit powers the system via a long-lasting rechargeable lithium battery, which can provide up to 660 full-power flashes. The manual unit regulates light intensity in 1/3 EV increments from 1/1 full power to 1/128, and a large LCD panel conveniently displays flash settings for easy navigation and control.
Godox MF-R76 Macro Ring Flash is now available for $279.
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Making a documentation of a dental surgery in practice: how should it be done? Dental photography includes many branches and types, but one of the most difficult is intraoral photo documentation during a dental procedure.
You need to take care of these three factors to make sure your documentation is complete and correct:
Combining the right tools,
Work organization,
Perfect timing and cooperation with an assistant can be a lot.
That is why we’ve prepared a real-time dental surgery recording with all the details covered and questions answered.
Why should you watch our online lesson about dental photography during surgery?
It is a real dental surgery with photo documentation. The surgery itself isn’t the most difficult, but it is the best opportunity to show the step by step documentation procedure
You will see all the necessary tools and photo accessories used during the surgery
Work organization: distribution of roles within the team depending on it’s number. You’re working alone or with one assistant only? Don’t worry, we’ll show you how to make it efficient and professional
Taking photos during an operation: step by step. How to prepare your patient? How to take photos of every phase? Is the more the better true in that case?
Cooperation with Photo Assistant: How to work with an assistant during a dental surgery? Our tips to make your work effective and smooth.
This course will show you, apart from taking dental photography documentation, the surgery itself step by step:
Injection, Guides, Incision, Cleaning – demonstration of each phase of surgery.
Drilling, Guides – demonstration of surgical photo documentation.
Implant Placement – demonstration of surgical photo documentation.
Temporary Crown – demonstration of surgical photo documentation.
Temporary Crown Sutures – demonstration of surgical photo documentation.
Final Adjustments, Summary – the last phase of surgical photo documentation and our summary of our work
Watching our online lesson will, as we like to say, upgrade your dental photography to another level. And surgical photo documentation can be a part of it pretty soon!
Don’t wait register for free and watch the first episode for free!
Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro for L-Mount Available for Any Full Frame
What a news from Venus Optics! The Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO it launched last year for Nikon Z, Canon RF, Sony E, and Leica M mounts is being released for Leica L-Mount. This means we can purchase the Smallest 2x Macro for Any Full Frame Camera!
Just a quick reminder: Venus Optics says that the lens can focus from infinity to 2x magnification and features a minimum focusing distance of 6.31-inches. At 2x magnification, small objects that are normally difficult to see are captured with considerable detail. Moreover, the lens is small and light which means that it is more flexible and easier to use in a variety of shooting situations. For us, dental photographers, this lens will be comfortable while shooting intraoral pictures, with high quality of details guaranteed.
The lens features three extra-low dispersion elements that eliminate color fringing at both in-focus and out-of-focus areas, which it claims allows the lens to render magnified photos with no chromatic aberration. The front element does not extend outwards when focus is changed which avoids collision with subjects and prevents dust from entering the lens.
The Smallest 2x Macro for Any Full Frame Camera Price
The Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO is, according to Venus Optics, the smallest 2x macro lens available for full-frame cameras. It weighs 259 grams and is 3.18-inches long by 2.08-inches wide.
The new L-mount option for the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO is available for $450.
Carlos Ayala is one of our best experts when it comes to Photography in Dentistry. But, most important, he’s our giant in Lips Photography area. Area we can easily call “artistic”! Lips Photos are a great tool to show dentist’s artistic skills and use the marketing potential of dental photography. A beautiful lip photo can be the best possible ad.
Where can you use such photos? It’s simple. First of all, there’s no business without a proper social media account. But a proper social media account can’t exist without proper photos, right? These Art Dentistry images can be great content for everyday use and they will engage your fans!
Not to mention your colleagues who will surely admire your work at any lecture, watching these professional art photos taken in your dental office.
Art photography in dental photography is a win-win option and you can’t miss it!
In this episode of his online course, we’ll have the chance to learn about artistic lips photography. Carlos will talk about:
Specific camera settings for artistic lips photography
Different lights for different views and angles
How to set up the lips photoshoot with limited budget
Face & lips photography
Specific lens for macrophotography. Automatic or manual mode?
Lips photography with soft light
Remember: you can always register for free! All you need to do is to register atdentalphotomaster.com!
Venus Optics has just announced the Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO. It is claimed to be the smallest 2x macro for any full-frame camera.
It works with Nikon Z, Canon RF, Sony E and Leica M mounts.
Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO details:
specially designed for Full Frame mirrorless cameras
the most compact 2x macro lens on the market
259 grams (9.12 ounces), 3.18-inches long by 2.08-inches wide
the APO design allows the lens to produce photos with minimal chromatic aberration
made to cast aside the normal bulky and heavy macro lenses that are available without sacrificing image quality
the lens can focus from infinity to 2x magnification and features a minimum focusing distance of 6.31-inches
a seven-bladed aperture diaphragm, an angle of view of 28.55-degrees, and a front filter thread size of 46mm
This light lens is perfect for light mirrorless cameras used in dental digital photography, especially if you’re not a fan of heavy equipment. What’s more, with its 2x magnification will be comfortable to use in various dental photography circumstances. We’re pretty sure it will prove itself in many situations, e.g. preparing your dental portfolio or extracting very small details, so important in our practice.
Check out some photos made with the new lens:
The Venus Optics Laowa 85mm f/5.6 2x Ultra Macro APO is available for $499.
Various online sources confirm: Canon EOS R1 has indeed been in development. The camera will presumably be the company’s flagship body just as the EOS 1D line was in Canon’s DSLR stable.
So, what do we know?
The camera is said to not have any one specialty but will rather excel at all specialties, much like what Canon’s 5D series of DSLRs aimed to do by being accessible enough for amateurs yet powerful enough for professionals.
The camera will undoubtedly boast more features than the 5D line to work for professionals in ways 5D cameras were never designed to.
other features and specs being mentioned include 45+ megapixels, 8K video recording at various framerates, and a price somewhere north of the R3’s $5,999.
As Canon Rumors say, Canon will continue its recent process of refining in-development cameras based on feedback from photographers.
A source tells Canon Rumors that the R1 will be a “jack of all trades, and a master of none. Except that it will be a master of everything.” That’s a bold statement, right?
It looks like the end of 2021 is full of interesting novelties, like Nikon z9. We will keep you posted!
Macro addition to the Z-mount mirrorless lens from Nikon
Nikon’s venerable AF-S Micro Nikkor 105mm f/2.8G VR has long been a staple lens for Nikon shooters interested in Dental Photography. I’m confident that plenty of these lenses have been adapted to Nikon’s new Z cameras with Nikon’s FTZ adapter. Now, there’s a native option for the Z system with the Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S. Let’s see closer what this lens can offer to dental photographers.
Nikon says that the 105mm f/2.8 lens is a high-quality S-lens that has been engineered for a wide variety of shooting styles and was designed to offer “intense sharpness and beautiful bokeh.”
Moreover, the lens is equipped with Nikon’s Multi-Focus STM system. The company says it offers consistent, smooth, silent, and accurate focus thanks to a custom autofocus algorithm that accounts for even the smallest distance changes that would alter the effective aperture.
Nikon Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S Nikkor Auto Focus (AF) Macro Prime lens
Key Features and Specifications
Lens Mount Nikon Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S is compatible with cameras that have Nikon Z lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras with Nikon Z lens mount are Nikon Z9, Nikon Z fc, and Nikon Z6 II.
Sensor Coverage Max sensor coverage of Nikon Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S is 35mm FF.
Focal Range Nikon Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S has a fixed focal length of 105mm. When it is mounted on an APS-C sensor camera with a 1.5x crop, it provides a 35mm (FF) equivalent of 157.5mm.
Optical Image Stabilization Nikon Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S features an optical image stabilization system that helps to reduce the blur that occurs due to shaking during hand-held shooting.
Maximum Magnification Ratio Nikon Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S has a Max Magnification Ratio of 1x (1:1) and has a minimum focusing distance of 0.29
Aperture Nikon Z MC 105mm F2.8 VR S has a max aperture of F2.8 and a minimum aperture of F32
Range limiter switch Two settings: FULL (∞ do 0.29 m) oraz 0,5 m to 0,29 m
16 elements in 11 groups
3 extra-low dispersion and 1 aspherical lens elements
Includes Nano Crystal Coating and ARNEO coating
Weather-sealed and includes a fluorine coating
Has a wide focus ring and includes a control ring
Includes OLED information panel
Has L-Fn button, large focus ring, and focus limiter switch
Weighs 630g (1.4 lbs.)
140mm (5.5”) long with a maximum diameter of 85mm (3.3”)
62mm filter thread
The Nikkor Z MC 105mm f/2.8 VR S will be available in late June for $1,000.
How can we divide the mirrors used in photographic documentation in dentistry?
Two primary divisions take into account the shape of the mirror and the material from which the light-reflecting coating is made.
The shape of the mirror allows it to be applied and placed in a specific area of the mouth. Individual shapes may additionally differ in size, which allows for the comfort of work and individual adjustment of tools for a given patient. Oh, when choosing mirrors, do not forget about the handles for them. This will make it easier for you to keep the mirror in the optimal position while taking pictures.
What about coatings? Chromium, rhodium, titanium, and dielectric – these are the main and most common types. Why is it important? Each of them has the same purpose – to reflect light. However, these coatings have a different percentage of light reflectance from their surfaces. This affects the brightness of the image that we see while composing a picture in the mirror.
But caring for these mirrors can, of course, be difficult. Our expert will share with you tips on how to clean mirrors … or rather, how not to clean them, but how to keep them clean. You will also learn how to protect the mirror against fogging.
And finally, prices: what to look for when choosing mirrors?
Thanks to our experience, we can explain it in an easy way.
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