KEE friends, do you keep betta fish? This fish is small, but has various motifs and patterns and is really cute! To get good photos, you definitely need patience. What are the tips?
1. Learn his movements
To get good results you definitely need patience and don't just shoot. Try to pay attention to their movements while swimming. Once you know their movements more or less, it will be easier for you to take photos.
EOS 60D; EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM; 100mm; f/20; 1/125 sec; ISO-100
Source : https://snapshot.canon-asia.com/
2. Take photos when you are hungry
The best time to photograph betta fish is when they are hungry because when they are hungry they will move in circles while swimming. You will definitely get beautiful movements from the betta.
EOS 60D; EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM; 100mm; f/18; 1/125 sec; ISO-100
Source : https://snapshot.canon-asia.com/
3. Prepare a pointed object
You can try using a sharp object such as a pencil or other object to lure the fish until it is in the right position. Betta fish are territorial animals so they will feel disturbed and try to attack.
EOS 60D; EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM; 100mm; f/22; 1/125 sec; ISO-100
Source : https://snapshot.canon-asia.com/
4. Plain base and macro lens
For the background, you should use a plain background such as black or white, avoid using a busy background. You can adjust the color of your fish so that the background color makes the fish look better. If you have a macro lens, it's fine to use it because the results will look more detailed.
EOS 60D; EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM; 100mm; f/20; 1/125 sec; ISO-100
Source : https://snapshot.canon-asia.com
5. Flash and other lighting
You can use a flash to add light to the betta fish. But you also need to be prepared so that your flash looks smooth.
EOS 60D; EF100mm f/2.8 Macro USM; 100mm; f/22; 1/125 sec; ISO-160
Source : https://snapshot.canon-asia.com/
6. Aperture and shutter speed
To set the shutter speed, definitely use a fast shutter speed because betta fish move quickly and unpredictably. For aperture you can use approximately 20-22.
7. Tripods
Using a tripod can help you hold the camera while taking photos. Because it takes a long time and you can focus more on the movement of the fish.
