Flash recommendations for D7100 (Page 4): THIS characteristic is the most important to me. The shorter the flash duration for proper exposure = shorter recycle time. In...

Nikonian72 Loc: Chico CA

Macronaut wrote:

Well, besides focusing the light, the duration on the flash can be adjusted too...in effect increasing or decreasing power also. So two different settings that work together for greater versatility.

THIS characteristic is the most important to me. The shorter the flash duration for proper exposure = shorter recycle time. In macro-photography, quick recycle time is very desirable. Hence, I use a Nissin Di866 speedlight, GN41(m) at ISO 100, 35-mm speedlight setting.

CO

BIG ROB wrote:

What model Manfrotto tripod was it that you had purchased? I'm in the market for one. I want the "tall," aluminum model, of the four similar models. Do you still have that great link that you had put up on it's review?

I had purchased the Manfrotto 055CX3 tripod. Camera Labs did great reviews of the Manfrotto 190XPROB and 055XPROB aluminum and carbon fiber models. In the reviews they did a vibration test to compare how well they dampened vibrations. There's a video you can watch in that section. The 055 series models are a little larger than the 190 series models. Here are the links.
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Manfrotto_190XPROB_tripod/
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Manfrotto_055XPROB_tripod/

BIG ROB Loc: Princeton, NJ 08540

CO wrote:

I had purchased the Manfrotto 055CX3 tripod. Camera Labs did great reviews of the Manfrotto 190XPROB and 055XPROB aluminum and carbon fiber models. In the reviews they did a vibration test to compare how well they dampened vibrations. There's a video you can watch in that section. The 055 series models are a little larger than the 190 series models. Here are the links.
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Manfrotto_190XPROB_tripod/
http://www.cameralabs.com/reviews/Manfrotto_055XPROB_tripod/

Thanks, very much!

LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field

Nikonian72 wrote:

THIS characteristic is the most important to me. The shorter the flash duration for proper exposure = shorter recycle time. In macro-photography, quick recycle time is very desirable. Hence, I use a Nissin Di866 speedlight, GN41(m) at ISO 100, 35-mm speedlight setting.

Same here: The Nissin will likely be my next speedlight. I tested my Yongnuo and my test with a flashmeter has it at 28 GN. ISO 100, 35mm, 10 meters. The 27 in your chart is likely more accurate.

CO

Nikonian72 wrote:

Again, be careful to match apples to apples. The Industry Standard to measure Guide Number is ISO 100, 35-mm speedlight setting, not 105-mm setting: http://www.dpreview.com/articles/1414986409/sigmaef610dgsuper . At 35-mm spread, your speedlight is manufacturer rated at GN36, and even less at independent testing.

The data they have for is for ISO100, 105mm. For their independent testing they zoomed the flashgun heads to their longest zoom settings. That may make things a little inconsistent since the flashguns zoom to 105mm except for one. The Nikon SB-900 head zooms to 200mm.

Macronaut Loc: Redondo Beach,Ca.

CO wrote:

The data they have for is for ISO100, 105mm. For their independent testing they zoomed the flashgun heads to their longest zoom settings. That may make things a little inconsistent since the flashguns zoom to 105mm except for one. The Nikon SB-900 head zooms to 200mm.

Probably why the standard is 35mm, as most go down 24mm (I don't know if they go wider/lower). 35mm should be found on virtually all SLs.

jamesl Loc: Pennsylvania

kb6kgx wrote:

At some point I will want to get a flash unit that... (show quote)

Check out this Altura flash on Amazon. I have had one for almost a year now and use it on my Nikon D3100 & my Nikon D7100. I have been very well pleased with it, and the price is good too.

http://www.amazon.com/Altura-Photo-AP-N1001-Wireless-Accessories/dp/B008CS67F4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453071131&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=altura+pro+flash+for+nikon+n-1001

kb6kgx Loc: Simi Valley, CA

jamesl wrote:

Check out this Altura flash on Amazon. I have had one for almost a year now and use it on my Nikon D3100 & my Nikon D7100. I have been very well pleased with it, and the price is good too.

http://www.amazon.com/Altura-Photo-AP-N1001-Wireless-Accessories/dp/B008CS67F4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453071131&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=altura+pro+flash+for+nikon+n-1001

Just looked at the link. It was for a two-flash kit, which I dont need, but I went to the companys Amazon page and looked at the single unit. Looks good, but a few questions, since Ive never heard of this brand.

At $75 for the single unit, its not a ton of money, but how is the build quality? Is it at least similar to Nissin and Yongnuo? Is it fully compatible with the D7100 or are there some functions that are not possible with this unit? If there are, they may be functionsI dont care about. Just curious.

Pros and Cons, basically. What has been your experience with this flash? Do you have any regrets that you didnt go for a more recognizable brand?

Looking at the reviews, 84% rated it five stars, with very few lesser ratings. So that looks impressive.

Rustic 20 Loc: Florida's Emerald Coast

I am using the SB600 I used on my D80 on my D7200. So far no problems have been noted and I have been totally satisfied with the photos. It should work just fine on the D7100.

phal84 Loc: Huntsville

For my D7100 I use a Nissin Di866 when I need more light -
and a SB-400 for closer work -
I find the 866 a bit easier to use - and highly recommend it.
I got mine at a local photography store where it was recommended -
Like lenses and cameras, flashes are fitted for the project -

kb6kgx Loc: Simi Valley, CA

Rustic 20 wrote:

I am using the SB600 I used on my D80 on my D7200. So far no problems have been noted and I have been totally satisfied with the photos. It should work just fine on the D7100.

The SB-600 is a fine flash.

kb6kgx Loc: Simi Valley, CA

phal84 wrote:

Like lenses and cameras, flashes are fitted for the project -

Thats a very good point. Hadnt thought of it that way. Previously, my thought was why would anyone need more than one flash? Well, its the same with lenses, right? Different lenses and/flashes for different jobs.

kb6kgx Loc: Simi Valley, CA

jamesl wrote:

Check out this Altura flash on Amazon. I have had one for almost a year now and use it on my Nikon D3100 & my Nikon D7100. I have been very well pleased with it, and the price is good too.

http://www.amazon.com/Altura-Photo-AP-N1001-Wireless-Accessories/dp/B008CS67F4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1453071131&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=altura+pro+flash+for+nikon+n-1001

Its not letting me edit my earlier reply to you so Im just doing it here. The link for the Altura on Amazon gave the following ratings:

5 stars - 78%
4 stars = 14%
3 stars = 3%
2 stars = 2%
1 star = 3%

Pretty good ratings, Id say.

Nikonian72 Loc: Chico CA

CO wrote:

The data they have for is for ISO100, 105mm. For their independent testing they zoomed the flashgun heads to their longest zoom settings. That may make things a little inconsistent since the flashguns zoom to 105mm except for one. The Nikon SB-900 head zooms to 200mm.

Still not Industry Standard. 105mm was chosen just to make this speedlight look better than it performs. At 35-mm coverage, light output is reduced nearly 1-full stop, which is GN36, as per the chart posted on page 3.

Nikonian72 Loc: Chico CA

phal84 wrote:

I use a Nissin Di866

kb6kgx wrote:

The SB-600 is a fine flash.

My two favorite speedlights!