Using an SB-400 on my D7000
May 18, 2012 13:06:03 #
Any tips or is it just point and let the i-TTL do its work?
Don't bash me for getting the SB-400. I understand that it is a basic flash. I just want it for quick grab and go situations where I don't want to lug an SB-900 and fiddle with a bunch of settings. And 99% of the time I am shooting outdoors with available light and a longer lens.
Don't bash me for getting the SB-400. I understand that it is a basic flash. I just want it for quick grab and go situations where I don't want to lug an SB-900 and fiddle with a bunch of settings. And 99% of the time I am shooting outdoors with available light and a longer lens.
May 18, 2012 13:07:25 #
May 18, 2012 13:17:32 #
I have tried the other SBs and still could not justify dropping the dollars for the number of times I am going to use it.
May 18, 2012 13:21:44 #
darkmanCANADA wrote:
I have tried the other SBs and still could not justify dropping the dollars for the number of times I am going to use it.
Here is my take on ETTL:
If you are shooting something where the distances are always changing; i.e. people walking around at a party, then ETTL is perfect; though I'd bounce it if I could.
If you are shooting portraits or things where the subject is fixed to the flash distance; i.e. still life, portraits etc., then manual is the way I'd go.
for a GREAT resource on how to effectively bounce flash; check out Neil VanNiekerk and his "Black foamie thing"
http://neilvn.com/tangents/2009/11/21/the-black-foamie-thing/
It's remarkable how great your flash shots come out while using it and it only cost 50 cents!
May 18, 2012 13:28:47 #
rpavich wrote:
quote=darkmanCANADA I have tried the other SBs an... (show quote)
Excellent link, bob!
May 18, 2012 13:36:05 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Excellent link, bob!
No problem!
I love my black foamie thing...!
His book about how to bounce ETTL is pretty good also.
May 18, 2012 18:08:35 #
rpavich wrote:
No problem!
I love my black foamie thing...!
His book about how to bounce ETTL is pretty good also.
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Excellent link, bob!
No problem!
I love my black foamie thing...!
His book about how to bounce ETTL is pretty good also.
That "black foamy thing" seems to fly in the face of other light modifiers -- next to zero reflectivity.
More power Scotty and kill the light dispersion drive. Sorry, I never tried one, but it does seem, well, ah, inefficient.
Now, a white foamy thing is another matter.
May 18, 2012 18:30:22 #
Festina Lente wrote:
That "black foamy thing" seems to fly in the face of other light modifiers -- next to zero reflectivity.
More power Scotty and kill the light dispersion drive. Sorry, I never tried one, but it does seem, well, ah, inefficient.
Now, a white foamy thing is another matter.
rpavich wrote:
No problem!
I love my black foamie thing...!
His book about how to bounce ETTL is pretty good also.
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Excellent link, bob!
No problem!
I love my black foamie thing...!
His book about how to bounce ETTL is pretty good also.
That "black foamy thing" seems to fly in the face of other light modifiers -- next to zero reflectivity.
More power Scotty and kill the light dispersion drive. Sorry, I never tried one, but it does seem, well, ah, inefficient.
Now, a white foamy thing is another matter.
The "not blinding others" factor intrigues me. The Gary Fong attachment may provide a great light ( I have one) but when others use them it is really distracting. for 50 cents? I gotta try it.
Ok, Festina Lente
I give up! P-40 or P-51 replica? Or is it the real deal?
May 18, 2012 18:51:30 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
quote=Festina Lente quote=rpavich quote=GoofyNe... (show quote)
I'm guessing PT-19??
May 18, 2012 19:06:56 #
Festina Lente wrote:
That "black foamy thing" seems to fly in the face of other light modifiers -- next to zero reflectivity.
More power Scotty and kill the light dispersion drive. Sorry, I never tried one, but it does seem, well, ah, inefficient.
Now, a white foamy thing is another matter.
rpavich wrote:
No problem!
I love my black foamie thing...!
His book about how to bounce ETTL is pretty good also.
GoofyNewfie wrote:
Excellent link, bob!
No problem!
I love my black foamie thing...!
His book about how to bounce ETTL is pretty good also.
That "black foamy thing" seems to fly in the face of other light modifiers -- next to zero reflectivity.
More power Scotty and kill the light dispersion drive. Sorry, I never tried one, but it does seem, well, ah, inefficient.
Now, a white foamy thing is another matter.
Neil addresses that exact suggestion on his site.
It DOES seem inefficient but there is a reason for it...your light ONLY GOES where you want it to and doesn't spill out where you don't.
May 18, 2012 19:08:36 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
quote=Festina Lente quote=rpavich quote=GoofyNe... (show quote)
It works like a charm....the flash is VERY directional. Because of the way you bounce it and flag it from spill....it comes from the 3/4 side just like a studio flash would...
It's genius really.
May 18, 2012 21:15:34 #
CaptainC wrote:
I'm guessing PT-19??
I'm guessing PT-19??
Hmmm, hadn't thought about that possibility.
May 18, 2012 21:41:22 #
I have 3 SB800 and a D7000.
Sometimes I go light with a SB400 and a P7000.
It does bounce and the small rig gets a lot of looks from others carrying the big gear.
I find it is good for close work in crowds.
Of course at distance it is weak.
Sometimes I go light with a SB400 and a P7000.
It does bounce and the small rig gets a lot of looks from others carrying the big gear.
I find it is good for close work in crowds.
Of course at distance it is weak.
May 19, 2012 07:48:34 #
darkmanCANADA wrote:
Any tips or is it just point and let the i-TTL do its work?
Don't bash me for getting the SB-400. I understand that it is a basic flash. I just want it for quick grab and go situations where I don't want to lug an SB-900 and fiddle with a bunch of settings. And 99% of the time I am shooting outdoors with available light and a longer lens.
Don't bash me for getting the SB-400. I understand that it is a basic flash. I just want it for quick grab and go situations where I don't want to lug an SB-900 and fiddle with a bunch of settings. And 99% of the time I am shooting outdoors with available light and a longer lens.
When my SB-600 stopped working, I got the SB-400 while the big one was being repaired. It's small and light and puts out enough light for most indoor situations. It's not the perfect flash for everything, but it gets the job done. I use mine on a D7000.
May 19, 2012 08:01:28 #
G4
Loc: Metro NYC/Jerseyside
I know you know this. . . . But incase someone out there does not?
You do know that there is flash exposure compensation control on all Nikon DSLR ( canon too).
While I've found the " Auto" settings to work fine indoors there are times outside where fill light is lovely and the exposure compensation control is a great asset.
Back inside I tilt he head of the SB400 upwards depending on ceiling height and subject distance. We often practise in the haus shooting the furniture or friends pets. The SB400 is a great little device.
You do know that there is flash exposure compensation control on all Nikon DSLR ( canon too).
While I've found the " Auto" settings to work fine indoors there are times outside where fill light is lovely and the exposure compensation control is a great asset.
Back inside I tilt he head of the SB400 upwards depending on ceiling height and subject distance. We often practise in the haus shooting the furniture or friends pets. The SB400 is a great little device.
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