Speed light recommendation
Dec 1, 2018 10:08:01 #
BebuLamar wrote:
I must write off the OP as a troll! He said the SB5000 isn't very good but not saying why. In general the SB5000 is the best flash for the Nikon D500 unless someone has a special need.
He hasn’t been back.
Maybe he’s buying us all presents!
HE didn’t say the SB5000 was a bad flash, just that he’s read bad reviews. You can find reviews that are all over the board.
As a professional photographer who uses one of those gems, I have to say it’s the best Nikon flash I’ve ever used and I’ve used all the high end units. A friend who shoots with Canon complains she doesn’t get as consistent results as I do.
Dec 1, 2018 10:10:59 #
Bill_de wrote:
He said he read some reviews. If you Google "SB5000 reviews" you can see what he is talking about.
I like mine, but not everyone was thrilled. Only 56% 5 stars at Amazon. I'm sure price had something to do with it.
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I like mine, but not everyone was thrilled. Only 56% 5 stars at Amazon. I'm sure price had something to do with it.
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For me Nikon flashes are overpriced but that doesn't make them not good. I am not sure about the SB5000 but some of the models have overheating problems but only for those that shoot very fast. I see nothing wrong with the SB5000 for D500 they were made for each other. There are less expensive ones that would work OK. There are more powerful one if you need power. But I can't say the SB5000 not very good without reason.
Dec 1, 2018 10:16:02 #
BebuLamar wrote:
For me Nikon flashes are overpriced but that doesn't make them not good. I am not sure about the SB5000 but some of the models have overheating problems but only for those that shoot very fast. I see nothing wrong with the SB5000 for D500 they were made for each other. There are less expensive ones that would work OK. There are more powerful one if you need power. But I can't say the SB5000 not very good without reason.
I agree, that's why I use that combination.
But that doesn't make the OP a troll. Right or wrong there is enough out there that would make him come to his conclusion.
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Dec 1, 2018 10:37:26 #
I'm extremely happy with my Profoto A1. It's not cheap but it's better than anything else I've used. It comes with a Nikon mount.
A. T. wrote:
I'm in the market for a good, durable speed light for my D500. I've read some reviews on Nikon's SP5000 and they haven't been very good. I shoot primarily landscape and wildlife; however, I do occasionally shoot special events for friends and family and could use a good speed light. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Dec 1, 2018 10:42:26 #
DebAnn wrote:
I'm extremely happy with my Profoto A1. It's not cheap but it's better than anything else I've used. It comes with a Nikon mount.
What is a Nikon mount for flash?
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Dec 1, 2018 10:51:05 #
The connection on the flash will match the connection on your Nikon camera!
Bill_de wrote:
What is a Nikon mount for flash?
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Dec 1, 2018 10:52:24 #
Dec 1, 2018 10:54:02 #
DebAnn wrote:
The connection on the flash will match the connection on your Nikon camera!
Thank you. I should have known that. Now I will never forget.
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Dec 1, 2018 11:37:32 #
A. T. wrote:
I'm in the market for a good, durable speed light for my D500. I've read some reviews on Nikon's SP5000 and they haven't been very good. I shoot primarily landscape and wildlife; however, I do occasionally shoot special events for friends and family and could use a good speed light. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Not sure what you've heard, where you heard it or who said it. As the owner of four (4) SB5000 speedlights, I have nothing but good things to say. Combine them with their wireless remote system and you have a light weight studio setup in your hands. I've used these for sporting events, portraits and kids with Santa just to name a few things. Couldn't be happier. They also integrate well with my older SB800 and SB900 units. One thing they are not is inexpensive. Best of luck.
Dec 1, 2018 11:53:03 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
I’ve used all of Nikon’s high-end speedlights and ... (show quote)
Agree with the Godox system.
I would also add that, regardless of the brand you choose, it is advisable to go for the most powerful unit available. All speedlights have one inherent characteristic . . . harsh light from the small light source. A good flash modifier, whether the speedlight is on-camera (example-Lite-Scoop), or off-camera (example umbrella or soft box), are pretty well a must! The one common characteristic of all flash modifiers is that they all use up a fair amount of speedlight power to do their job. Make sure you have as much power as possible to spare.
You can always lower the power, but you can't expect more than the speedlight is capable of producing.
Dec 1, 2018 11:57:05 #
I've been using the SB900 and I have a SU800 (I think) Remote commander that I use with the 900 set off to one side
Dec 1, 2018 12:33:46 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
I’ve used all of Nikon’s high-end speedlights and ... (show quote)
I have to give a shout out for Metz. Metz has been in the flash game for a long time and is still ahead of the camera brands in terms of both quality and features at a slightly lower price. It is definitely, by far, the best (IMHO) brand of flashes when compared to both OEM and 3rd party flashes. Personally I use a Metz Mecablitz 64 - nicest on-camera flash I have ever used and quite powerfull. Take a look - https://www.metz-mecatech.de/en/lighting/flash-units/system-flash-units/mecablitz-64-af-1-digital.html It is about $150 cheaper than a Nikon Sb 5000 with almost double the output and a much nicer and easy to use interface. Obviously full i-TTL and HHS capability
Dec 1, 2018 12:37:30 #
lamiaceae wrote:
Thanks for all the info on the Godox flash units. I'll have to see if they have a model for my Pentax cameras. Nikon and Canon obviously!
If you are interested, I happen to have a Metz 52 AF for Pentax sitting around that I have no use for. Let me know if you are interested
Dec 1, 2018 12:58:30 #
ballsafire
Loc: Lafayette, Louisiana
"however, I do occasionally shoot special events for friends and family and could use a good speed light. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated."
As you've discovered, there are many speedlites out there--some costing $$$$ and some costing $ - there is not much difference and being you occasionally shoot -- I'd just invest in a 'cheap' money-wise flash ($30) such as Altura AP-FLS-UNV1. I'd use it in MANUAL from the camera as (Master) and the Altura as Slave-1; then if you discocer that you'd like to expand flash-shooting then the sky's the limit. LOL.
P.S. The Altura is, as it's name implies-- "universal" and would work with your Pentax DSLR. By the way, I suspect there is a "TROLL" under the bridge - or "SHILL" but the decision is yours to make.
As you've discovered, there are many speedlites out there--some costing $$$$ and some costing $ - there is not much difference and being you occasionally shoot -- I'd just invest in a 'cheap' money-wise flash ($30) such as Altura AP-FLS-UNV1. I'd use it in MANUAL from the camera as (Master) and the Altura as Slave-1; then if you discocer that you'd like to expand flash-shooting then the sky's the limit. LOL.
P.S. The Altura is, as it's name implies-- "universal" and would work with your Pentax DSLR. By the way, I suspect there is a "TROLL" under the bridge - or "SHILL" but the decision is yours to make.
Dec 1, 2018 13:16:40 #
DebAnn wrote:
I'm extremely happy with my Profoto A1. It's not cheap but it's better than anything else I've used. It comes with a Nikon mount.
I read up on the Profoto A1 and I like it a lot. Can you tell me where it's made?
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