Flash Dance
Jul 5, 2016 16:16:41 #
Currently shooting with a Canon 7d and 7dmII with a Canon 70-200 IS II lens. Dance competition, wedding and other events coming up. Never used flash but, considering for events forthcoming. Researched Canon Speedlites but, would strongly consider other brand(s) that's more aligned with my budget (max. $200). Any and all recommendation would be much appreciated.
Jul 5, 2016 16:48:24 #
Maik723 wrote:
Currently shooting with a Canon 7d and 7dmII with a Canon 70-200 IS II lens. Dance competition, wedding and other events coming up. Never used flash but, considering for events forthcoming. Researched Canon Speedlites but, would strongly consider other brand(s) that's more aligned with my budget (max. $200). Any and all recommendation would be much appreciated.
I recommend you ask the performance directors if it's okay to shoot with a flash. I've been told no by indoor directors and please don't by outdoor as the flash can daze and confuse a dancer to the point they may hurt themselves or those around them. I hope this helps. S-
Jul 5, 2016 17:09:04 #
Jul 5, 2016 17:10:12 #
Maik723 wrote:
Currently shooting with a Canon 7d and 7dmII with a Canon 70-200 IS II lens. Dance competition, wedding and other events coming up. Never used flash but, considering for events forthcoming. Researched Canon Speedlites but, would strongly consider other brand(s) that's more aligned with my budget (max. $200). Any and all recommendation would be much appreciated.
Maik, as for the dance, as Steve has said, NO WAY you can use flash on that. Now let me qualify, IF it where daytime outside then fill would probably be ok.
But indoors on a darkened stage with lighting, NO WAY! Just too dangerous.
With enough light the zoom might work but it's probably too slow. For a play or a band it might work but not likely for fast moving dance. My lens of choice is a 50mm @1.4 from up close or a 200 f1.8 from the back and use auto ISO.
Why do you still have the 7mkl? Sell it and get the lens you need!!! Good luck
SS
Jul 5, 2016 17:18:17 #
Maik723 wrote:
Currently shooting with a Canon 7d and 7dmII with a Canon 70-200 IS II lens. Dance competition, wedding and other events coming up. Never used flash but, considering for events forthcoming. Researched Canon Speedlites but, would strongly consider other brand(s) that's more aligned with my budget (max. $200). Any and all recommendation would be much appreciated.
From what I've read, these have a pretty good reputation and are well within your budget: Yongnuo flash YN600ex-rt 600ex-rt
Jul 5, 2016 17:21:24 #
Learn how to use flash lighting: http://neilvn.com/tangents/flash-photography-techniques/
Maik723 wrote:
Currently shooting with a Canon 7d and 7dmII with a Canon 70-200 IS II lens. Dance competition, wedding and other events coming up. Never used flash but, considering for events forthcoming. Researched Canon Speedlites but, would strongly consider other brand(s) that's more aligned with my budget (max. $200). Any and all recommendation would be much appreciated.
Jul 5, 2016 17:25:10 #
mas24
Loc: Southern CA
Yes. Please ask if you are permitted to use a flash. Dance competitions and weddings, perhaps they don't care. But flash units are banned for indoor sports such as basketball and volleyball at certain places in my area. For under $200, you can purchase a Yongnuo 600EX-RT for $120 from B&H.
Jul 5, 2016 19:47:17 #
mas24 wrote:
Yes. Please ask if you are permitted to use a flash. Dance competitions and weddings, perhaps they don't care. But flash units are banned for indoor sports such as basketball and volleyball at certain places in my area. For under $200, you can purchase a Yongnuo 600EX-RT for $120 from B&H.
Thank you. Best advice yet.
Jul 5, 2016 19:50:31 #
SharpShooter wrote:
Maik, as for the dance, as Steve has said, NO WAY ... (show quote)
Thanks. My 7dmkl is for back up only. Good advice though.
Jul 5, 2016 20:22:36 #
rwilson1942 wrote:
From what I've read, these have a pretty good reputation and are well within your budget: Yongnuo flash YN600ex-rt 600ex-rt
Thanks a million. Excellent.
Jul 5, 2016 20:24:08 #
anotherview wrote:
Learn how to use flash lighting: http://neilvn.com/tangents/flash-photography-techniques/
Thanks a million. The link was really what I needed.
Jul 6, 2016 00:40:54 #
Maik723 wrote:
Currently shooting with a Canon 7d and 7dmII with a Canon 70-200 IS II lens. Dance competition, wedding and other events coming up. Never used flash but, considering for events forthcoming. Researched Canon Speedlites but, would strongly consider other brand(s) that's more aligned with my budget (max. $200). Any and all recommendation would be much appreciated.
IF you are allowed to use flash, consider the purchase of a "snoot".
Jul 6, 2016 07:34:50 #
Mogul wrote:
IF you are allowed to use flash, consider the purchase of a "snoot".
Snoot? What's a snoot?
Jul 6, 2016 11:21:28 #
rwilson1942 wrote:
From what I've read, these have a pretty good reputation and are well within your budget: Yongnuo flash YN600ex-rt 600ex-rt
Jul 6, 2016 11:27:08 #
Maik723 wrote:
Currently shooting with a Canon 7d and 7dmII with a Canon 70-200 IS II lens. Dance competition, wedding and other events coming up. Never used flash but, considering for events forthcoming. Researched Canon Speedlites but, would strongly consider other brand(s) that's more aligned with my budget (max. $200). Any and all recommendation would be much appreciated.
You might try a Better Beamer flash extender on your flash (when you get one). They do a good job extending the reach of your flash, but they do focus the light, thus reducing the width and height of its coverage. For about $35 bucks it might help and, if not, you will probably make use of it in the future.
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