Differences in black and white

in The macrophotography3 years ago
When doing black and white photography, sometimes it is difficult to pick the correct treatment for the image. Every now and then I procrastinate in trying to make up my mind on light or dark. Also whether to use sepia style for the tones.
Below are 4 examples of different approaches for a quite similar subject, each showcasing the flower bud in a particular style.


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Categoryphotography
LensSony 90mm macro
Settings1.5 sec/f16/iso 100
CameraSony A7Mii
LocationMelbourne


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Categoryphotography
LensSony 90mm macro
Settings1/3 sec/f9.5/iso 200
CameraSony A7Mii
LocationMelbourne


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Categoryphotography
LensSony 90mm macro
Settings1 sec/f13/iso 200
CameraSony A7Mii
LocationMelbourne


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Categoryphotography
LensSony 90mm macro
Settings1/2 sec/f9.5/iso200
CameraSony A7Mii
LocationMelbourne