SB 910 as second flash
Mar 9, 2016 09:51:40 #
This might be a really stupid question. I think I know the answer, but I want to be sure. I'm doing some real estate photography and have done a couple of dozen houses. There are times when the image includes a view into an adjoining room or hallway. I have a new SB910 that I would like to set up as a slave flash to an on-camera or hand-held SB700. Question is do the lights need to have an unobstructed line of sight? Or will the slave fire when the spill over light from the master flash is detected? Thanks and please forgive my ignorance.
Mar 9, 2016 10:18:14 #
I've had good luck in the past using the IR of the Nikon system to control flashes, even when line of sight is not possible, but a radio system will be much more reliable.
I use the no longer available Phottix Odin transmitter and receivers and use manual for situations like yours.
I like the fact that I can control the power of each flash from the transmitter on the camera.
You don't have to spend that much for a good set as you don't need TTL.
You don't even need radio if you set the remote flash on slave. (SU-4 mode) It's very sensitive that way.
I use the no longer available Phottix Odin transmitter and receivers and use manual for situations like yours.
I like the fact that I can control the power of each flash from the transmitter on the camera.
You don't have to spend that much for a good set as you don't need TTL.
You don't even need radio if you set the remote flash on slave. (SU-4 mode) It's very sensitive that way.
Mar 9, 2016 10:57:10 #
NoSocks wrote:
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It seems to me that if the hallway will be in the image you can place the 910 to catch the trigger flash. It can work on reflected flash...just need to test the setup.
Note that the trigger flash can work with the totally opaque flip cover Nikon makes for it.
Mar 9, 2016 21:58:14 #
NoSocks wrote:
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Before I had radio triggers I used a small (keychain size) disco ball to bounce flash around corners and trigger remote flashes. Easy to edit out of the photo if it is small.
Mar 10, 2016 02:21:59 #
Capture48 wrote:
Before I had radio triggers I used a small (keychain size) disco ball to bounce flash around corners and trigger remote flashes. Easy to edit out of the photo if it is small.
That's a really smart idea.
Mar 10, 2016 04:24:40 #
NoSocks wrote:
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They will work together but so will other compatible strobes.
The SB910 is expensive and has a guide number of 111 which is not that great for what you intend.
Look for a compatible unit with more power and less expense. Take the money you save and buy a set of radio triggers which will not limit the strobes to line of sight.
Mar 10, 2016 06:16:52 #
DavidPine
Loc: Fredericksburg, TX
I am a real estate photographer. I often use an SB910 as a slave (remote flash) with success. I don't use the on camera flash to trigger very often. In a small bathroom I will cover the camera's flash with a piece of tissue and it's still enough to trigger the 910.
NoSocks wrote:
This might be a really stupid question. I think I ... (show quote)
Mar 10, 2016 10:49:39 #
joer wrote:
They will work together but so will other compatible strobes.
The SB910 is expensive and has a guide number of 111 which is not that great for what you intend.
Look for a compatible unit with more power and less expense. Take the money you save and buy a set of radio triggers which will not limit the strobes to line of sight.
The SB910 is expensive and has a guide number of 111 which is not that great for what you intend.
Look for a compatible unit with more power and less expense. Take the money you save and buy a set of radio triggers which will not limit the strobes to line of sight.
Agree with joer. See if you can find some used SB800's. They are still out there and have a guide number of 150. Most Nikon folks don't realize the power of this flash is much higher than the 900 and 910 models that replaced it. I'm hanging onto both of my 800's for as long as they last. I use PocketWizards to trigger my flashes.
Mar 10, 2016 14:54:33 #
tomcat wrote:
Agree with joer. See if you can find some used SB800's. They are still out there and have a guide number of 150. Most Nikon folks don't realize the power of this flash is much higher than the 900 and 910 models that replaced it. I'm hanging onto both of my 800's for as long as they last. I use PocketWizards to trigger my flashes.
I have two as well and would not trade them for anything. Both have the additional battery attachment.
The announcement of the Nissin i60 has piqued my interest. It has a low profile and guide number of 200. Can't wait for it to be released.
Mar 10, 2016 15:02:56 #
joer wrote:
I have two as well and would not trade them for anything. Both have the additional battery attachment.
The announcement of the Nissin i60 has piqued my interest. It has a low profile and guide number of 200. Can't wait for it to be released.
The announcement of the Nissin i60 has piqued my interest. It has a low profile and guide number of 200. Can't wait for it to be released.
Here is the LINK.
Like the form factor.
Mar 10, 2016 18:44:45 #
NoSocks wrote:
... I have a new SB910 that I would like to set up as a slave flash to an on-camera or hand-held SB700. Question is do the lights need to have an unobstructed line of sight? Or will the slave fire when the spill over light from the master flash is detected? ...
I've used my 910 frequently as a slave. It is fairly sensitive to the light from the command flash so it will work around a corner in a reasonable sized room.
If you look at the 910 you will see a small circular depression on one side toward the front. That's the sensor that detects the commanding flash. Just make sure that's pointed at something that the command flash hits.
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