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Oct 19, 2013 10:09:32 #
A while back I did a test of light weight (cheap) photo stands.
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-74076-1.html
Here is an update.
You do NOT have to spend a fortune on studio lighting.
I do have a pair of Metz 45 CL-4 digital kits, not cheap, but on a regular basis I use these below.
An often miss guided idea is that unless you have Canon for Canon, Nikon for Nikon flash you can not use anything else.
Well the Stand on the left has a Metz (Canon) flash and the one on the right a Sunpak (do not underestimate the make, been around for 30 years and more), Nikon gun, both set to manual, triggered with the ever reliable Ishoots.
Yes and bought from China
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/iShoot-Studio-Radio-Wireless-Flash-Trigger-for-Strobe-Light-3-5-6-35mm-Sync-Jack-/180780664036?pt=UK_Photography_Slaves_Trigger_Systems&hash=item2a175e04e4#ht_6456wt_1161
Oh I always use Stofens for extra diffusion, Stofens not ebay specials
You can have a proper flash outfit for the cost of two CHEAP manual guns £50, two stands £30 and triggers £30 = £110
Though the guns here are £200
http://www.uglyhedgehog.com/t-74076-1.html
Here is an update.
You do NOT have to spend a fortune on studio lighting.
I do have a pair of Metz 45 CL-4 digital kits, not cheap, but on a regular basis I use these below.
An often miss guided idea is that unless you have Canon for Canon, Nikon for Nikon flash you can not use anything else.
Well the Stand on the left has a Metz (Canon) flash and the one on the right a Sunpak (do not underestimate the make, been around for 30 years and more), Nikon gun, both set to manual, triggered with the ever reliable Ishoots.
Yes and bought from China
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/iShoot-Studio-Radio-Wireless-Flash-Trigger-for-Strobe-Light-3-5-6-35mm-Sync-Jack-/180780664036?pt=UK_Photography_Slaves_Trigger_Systems&hash=item2a175e04e4#ht_6456wt_1161
Oh I always use Stofens for extra diffusion, Stofens not ebay specials
You can have a proper flash outfit for the cost of two CHEAP manual guns £50, two stands £30 and triggers £30 = £110
Though the guns here are £200
Oct 19, 2013 10:21:21 #
JR1 wrote:
A while back I did a test of light weight (cheap) ... (show quote)
Nice set up. Thank you for the information, and, why is my cat over at your place?
mariak
Oct 19, 2013 10:38:45 #
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Oct 19, 2013 12:56:24 #
Georgie wrote:
It is a Gorgeous Cat - lovely to see.
Flapjack, being a cat rescue volunteer my son saved him, he was infested with fleas
Oct 19, 2013 14:41:29 #
Oct 19, 2013 16:04:13 #
I agree...those are the ones I have (same ones, different brand) and I love them.
They are light and if I DO break one...I'm only out 10.00 and not 100.00.
I've had mine about 2 years and they are still going strong.
They are light and if I DO break one...I'm only out 10.00 and not 100.00.
I've had mine about 2 years and they are still going strong.
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Oct 20, 2013 04:10:01 #
rpavich wrote:
I agree...those are the ones I have (same ones, different brand) and I love them.
They are light and if I DO break one...I'm only out 10.00 and not 100.00.
I've had mine about 2 years and they are still going strong.
They are light and if I DO break one...I'm only out 10.00 and not 100.00.
I've had mine about 2 years and they are still going strong.
The great thing is if a bolt or rivit goes the are so easily replaced
Oct 20, 2013 06:36:54 #
Oct 20, 2013 09:01:06 #
Rpavich may I enquire which brand you have , as JR1s are from the other side of the pond.
Oct 20, 2013 09:10:17 #
Hankwt wrote:
Rpavich may I enquire which brand you have , as JR1s are from the other side of the pond.
They are a bargain check use ebay
Perhaps this make (brand) they are all the same just different names
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-Lightweight-Stands-with-Heavy-Duty-Canvas-Background-or-Lamp-Stand-Bag-36-/251268460457?pt=UK_lighting_Light_Stands_Booms&hash=item3a80c46fa9#ht_2501wt_1161
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Oct 20, 2013 09:54:07 #
JR1 wrote:
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If you ever have trouble with your flash and camera, where do you go for help? There is always a reason why a particular brand is cheaper.
Oct 20, 2013 10:42:52 #
cthahn wrote:
If you ever have trouble with your flash and camera, where do you go for help? There is always a reason why a particular brand is cheaper.
Snobbery plays a large part in choice, such as the "I only use Canon or Nikon" people.
Rubbish.
Take into account and other users reviews.
If these were crap I would have said so.
Look at the price, they are riveted joints, if a rivet were to go a small bolt and locknut and they are fine.
30 years ago people in the US and UK stated "I would never buy cheap Japanese rubbish..................
So, according to your point of view, don't buy YONGNUO flash, Ishoot triggers etc. Duh
Oct 20, 2013 11:54:14 #
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