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Digital Camera World
Digital Camera World
Kim Bunermann

"In focus stacking, your biggest enemy is time” – Pro macro photographer Stewart Wood shares his surefire tips for razor-sharp close-ups of bugs

Close-up of a dragonfly resting on a leaf, showcasing its large eyes and detailed body structure against a blue background.

In macro photography, one of the biggest challenges in learning how to control focus at extreme magnifications. With depth of field measured in millimeters, even the most mesmerising subjects can quickly fall apart without the right technique.

That's exactly why professional macro photographer and educator Stewart Wood believes understanding focus stacking is a game-changer for anyone serious about shooting the tiny word.

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