O-Flash Attachment: Pros and Cons
Aug 6, 2012 18:53:25 #
Im still a relative rookie at photography Nikon D7000 shooting in mostly manual mode Have been reading a ton of articles, books, and tutorials on photography and lightroom 4. Ive developed a keen interest in Macro photography hence an upcoming purchase of a Nikon 105 mm 2.8 AFS VR
lens. Ive been following the Macro forum and am amazed at the photos!! My question is on the lighting aspect.... specifically the O Ring Flash unit similar to what Nikonian72 uses any thoughts pro or con ??? would this be a good fit for my cam and lens ?? any other suggestions ??
lens. Ive been following the Macro forum and am amazed at the photos!! My question is on the lighting aspect.... specifically the O Ring Flash unit similar to what Nikonian72 uses any thoughts pro or con ??? would this be a good fit for my cam and lens ?? any other suggestions ??
Aug 6, 2012 19:29:33 #
I have owned my O-Flash attachment for 2-years, one of the first in the U.S. I slightly modified my unit, which increased flash output by about 1.5-stops: http://www.flickr.com/photos/nikonian72/4689213154/in/set-72157623703013085 I understand that some recent owners have found the modification already completed by seller. I paid US$40 for my O-Flash (on eBay, shipped from Hong Kong), which are now available for $25 from U.S. suppliers.
I routinely shoot hand-held at ISO 400, 1/200-sec at f/22, usually 8-inches to 18-inches WD. I can open aperture if more light needed, and turn down my SB-600 if less light needed.
The mounted O-Flash is no more heavy, nor more bulky, than other, much more expensive macro-lighting systems. It is much more powerful than LED "constant light" macro lighting systems. I find the O-Flash attachment ideal for field macro-photography.
I routinely shoot hand-held at ISO 400, 1/200-sec at f/22, usually 8-inches to 18-inches WD. I can open aperture if more light needed, and turn down my SB-600 if less light needed.
The mounted O-Flash is no more heavy, nor more bulky, than other, much more expensive macro-lighting systems. It is much more powerful than LED "constant light" macro lighting systems. I find the O-Flash attachment ideal for field macro-photography.
O-Flash Field Set-Up & Spider
Aug 6, 2012 19:51:09 #
I checked the website - Gadget infinity and they list them for alot of Nikon models but not the D7000. Seems the difference is just the distance from center of flash to center of lens. I am using a Nikon SB-700. Does it make much of a difference? I haven't measured my center-to-center distance yet.
Now I have to find a dealer that ships to Canada at a reasonable price!!!
Now I have to find a dealer that ships to Canada at a reasonable price!!!
Aug 6, 2012 20:01:28 #
Hankwt wrote:
Correct! The SB-600 & SB-700 are the same size. To find the best model number, just measure in millimeters, the distance between flash lens center to macro lens center. Each camera model is a different height, so accurate measurement is necessary. I use a model F160 for my SB-600 mounted on either my Nikon D5000 or D90 (same height).I checked the website - Gadget infinity and they list them for alot of Nikon models but not the D7000. Seems the difference is just the distance from center of flash to center of lens.
O-Flash size chart
Aug 6, 2012 21:07:11 #
I shoot a Nikon D7000 with an O-Flash model F179. I use a Yongnuo YN 560 manual speedlight. I have other speedlights, but this manual works great for this, and is the size & same power as a Nikon SB-900.
Aug 7, 2012 13:44:02 #
Hankwt wrote:
Im still a relative rookie at photography Nikon D... (show quote)
I have shot a few photos using Nikonian's setup mounted on my D5100, and although it's inexpensive, it is a SWEET setup, and easy to use.....I vote yes!
Aug 7, 2012 15:33:56 #
Nikonian ... you used mylar to revamp your light can you please elaborate on mylar ?? The only mylar I am familiar with is the kind used years ago for automotive blueprints - didnt stretch or shrink compared to paper. Same stuff ???
Aug 7, 2012 19:05:15 #
Hankwt wrote:
Reflective mylar is the silvered plastic "foil" used to wrap potted Christmas Poinsettia plants, etc. Printed design on outside; pure reflective silver coating on inside. You only need a few small pieces, so scraps from a florist work just fine. Same material as shiny metallic balloons.Nikonian72 ... you used mylar to revamp your light. Can you please elaborate on mylar ??
http://chemistry.about.com/od/polymers/f/What-Is-Mylar.htm
Silvered mylar balloons
Oct 28, 2012 15:54:12 #
Oct 28, 2012 16:27:52 #
Hankwt wrote:
Silvered Mylar sheeting is so easy to find. Large grocery stores with a flower department, or any florist will have have scrap silvered mylar available for free.would your basic aluminum foil work as well ?? Like Renolds wrap ??
Oct 28, 2012 16:41:21 #
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