Helicon Soft Forum

Hi,
I've just started using Remote and Focus a short while ago. I'm still learning, so bear with me. I've looked at the WeMacro rail. I actually have a manual rail, though I've never used it. Once I've mastered the Remote software, what benefit is the WeMacro?
You can see what I've posted on my website: www.fletcherimages.com. Almost all of the images are shot with Remote and stacked with Focus.

Thanks
Dave Fletcher

Hi David,

On using macro rails versus changing focal plane with the lens for focus stacking: the consensus seems to be that the shifting point of view that results from a macro rail is a negative factor. As long as you're satisfied with your results using just the lens, there's no reason to use a macro rail. Here's an article on this: https://www.photigy.com/school/the-best ... variation/

A macro rail is a tool for when you can't achieve the goal without it. For example, the required increment is too small. Or you want to shoot with a manual focus lens. Or you want either very precise or reproducible focus positions.