New flash
Mar 12, 2014 01:12:30 #
'Scuse me, Ron, but the SB-600 ($449) is NOT cheaper than the SB-700 ($326). If you're only looking at guide numbers as an indicator of quality, the SB-400 ($119) has the same guide number (30) as the SB-600. It's the other stuff that it does!
Mar 12, 2014 04:30:12 #
I'd look at the top-of-the-line Radio controlled Yongnuo, with transmitters/recievers. ;-)
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Mar 12, 2014 10:51:42 #
I wasn't going to mention the Y****** word. Vivitar and probably some others make some good units too.
This article sums up why I like Y******'s.
http://shaneharderphotography.com/blog/5-best-reasons-to-use-yongnuo-flash-equipment-instead-of-canon-nikon-or-pocket-wizzard
This article sums up why I like Y******'s.
http://shaneharderphotography.com/blog/5-best-reasons-to-use-yongnuo-flash-equipment-instead-of-canon-nikon-or-pocket-wizzard
Mar 12, 2014 11:13:02 #
Although I shoot Canon, I suggest you look into Yongnuo Flashes. I've found they will save you enough to buy two flashes over the OEM brand. Plus, the product is just as good, and in some cases better. For a beginner look for a flash that allows the use of TTL (through the lens technology) This system will allow your flash to adjust focus of the flash on the subject, and correct the amount you need for the shot. I would suggest you check on "Youtube" for off camera flash photography tutorials. These will help you a great bit. Also, look for some videos about using a light meter. Sekonic has a good many of videos on this subject.
Mar 12, 2014 14:17:34 #
ringo wrote:
I am thinking of buying another speed light to go with my sb700, should I buy another sb700 or should I look at the more powerful sb910 although I don't really need it.regards ringo
Choose the best one that you can afford.
Mar 12, 2014 14:26:26 #
ringo wrote:
I am thinking of buying another speed light to go with my sb700, should I buy another sb700 or should I look at the more powerful sb910 although I don't really need it.regards ringo
If you dont need it dont buy it
Mar 12, 2014 14:39:12 #
dickwilber
Loc: Indiana (currently)
Does the SB 700 match your camera? Nikon has a very sophisticated flash system and you can't make full use of it unless the flash has all the capability of the camera, and vice versa. That would be the only reason I would pay the extra dollars for the newer, "improved" SB 910.
Mar 12, 2014 14:40:28 #
Bret wrote:
Read that sb910 has been having overheating issues. No problem with yours??sb910...hands down.
Mar 12, 2014 14:42:28 #
PAB20 wrote:
Please pardon my simple question, but why is more than one speedlight needed? When would more than one be used? I don't own a speedlight as I'm trying to learn more about lighting. But, I was thinking of getting the Nikon SB-700 AF speedlight flash. I think I need to learn a little more about flash photography first.
Well, I have 9. Not unusual to use 4 or 5 at once. Some are older, but work great as remotes triggered by radio.
Mar 12, 2014 15:56:36 #
Not a single problem coco...I'm getting ready to order my 3rd one in just a few days. Now the sb900 has some problems with shutting down for over heating...the 910 changed all that.
Mar 12, 2014 17:26:57 #
Bret wrote:
I must have been reading about the SB900. Normal for Nikon to do a test run on it's consumers and then redo it to fix issues........lolNot a single problem coco...I'm getting ready to order my 3rd one in just a few days. Now the sb900 has some problems with shutting down for over heating...the 910 changed all that.
Mar 12, 2014 17:38:24 #
coco1964 wrote:
I must have been reading about the SB900. Normal for Nikon to do a test run on it's consumers and then redo it to fix issues........lol
Well, within the industry, Canon is known to be Japanese for, "Ship now, fix later."
Nikon is Japanese for, "Backordered."
Mar 12, 2014 17:59:25 #
CaptainC wrote:
Good one......Well, within the industry, Canon is known to be Japanese for, "Ship now, fix later."
Nikon is Japanese for, "Backordered."
Nikon is Japanese for, "Backordered."
Mar 12, 2014 19:52:04 #
Bret wrote:
Not a single problem coco...I'm getting ready to order my 3rd one in just a few days. Now the sb900 has some problems with shutting down for over heating...the 910 changed all that.
Ok, I have an SB900 and was fighting with both my distributor and Nikon about their lack of honesty. I also feel the same about the SB910. I did not buy one of those. You know the saying 'Fool me once...' The SB900 and SB910 are the same flash. the difference is instead of shutting down until the piece of s%$t cools down the flash slows down more and more to avoid overheating. Humm, this is a GREAT feature when you are shooting an event. I would think that the reason you have not had the proble is you don't push your flash. I do. I shoot rapid fire in certain situation. Not continuious, but rapid. Usually in 10-15 shots the flash goes on a shot vacation. The original BS was that it was the battery drain. I had brought the battery pack and loaded it up with the best, fresh non-rechargables I could get my hands on. 10-15 shots later it locked up. they said that would not happen, THEY LIED!!!!! So, is the flash great, yes. If you do not shoot professionally in intense situations it may fit your bill. Anything else, it is a paper weight at times. So is the SB910. Nikon really put out a piece of CRAP with this one. This is why I went out and got a QFLASH TRIO. With the #3 battery pack I can shoot 1,100 rapid fire shots without heating up or changing batteries. But, as someone is about to comment. It is expensive. But so is loosing customers or a bad reputation.
Mar 12, 2014 20:45:08 #
But it looks like you're shooting with flash bulbs! Well, I guess you are! :)
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