IVe just bought Yongnuo 622c transceivers with a white satin umbrella that has a black removable cover for my canon 430 EXii speedlight. I did research what was the best light modifier when working both indoor/outdoor and I decided that the umbrella would be a good starting point. I'd like to know which of your images is with the softbox? From what I've read, the umbrella spills light over a large area with the strongest concentration in the center whereas the softbox really needs to be close to the subject and the light is more directional.
I haven't even opened up the boxes yet to test, so I'm following this thread and we'll all learn together.
I've had the IS version for 5 years and use it for sport shooting. I pan a lot and the IS is the reason I get the subject in focus. The lens is a little bulky for me since I have petite hands. I do get some camera shake if I turn the IS off. My pictures are sharp. I use back button focus and this has helped me with all shooting situations.
Gorgeous color and I'm a big fan of castles. I'm thinking of traveling to Europe for a vacation and photograph castles in particular, but I guess I'm afraid of what's going on with ISIS in every corner. Is it just the U.S. media or are you really having to be cautious over the pond?
I'm curious as to why my submitted church image was deleted. I believe it met the criteria and did receive some votes. Although I didn't expect it to earn a winning vote, I took the time to capture and upload the shot and am confused as to why it was deleted.
I was thinking of the same setup Haydon. Thanks. I've got my computer work cut out for me tomorrow by searching all this wonderful information!
Thanks GoofyNewfie! I actually subscribe to Neil's Tangents Newsletter and love his way of instructing. I'll definitely check out the other sites you listed. I wonder if I can try and edit the title of this thread?
Do soft boxes blow over in the wind easier than umbrellas? What do you use to secure the stands? Thanks.
Thanks Rick for the clarification of different umbrellas. I wonder if there is an umbrella that can be an all-in-one type so I don't need to purchase separate shoot thru and reflective ones.
I did try to use my flash bender on the side, it's just challenging to fiddle with it in the other position.
I'm ready to delve into off camera flash and plan to purchase the Yonguo 622c transceiver pair to work with my Canon 6D an 430 EXii speedlight. I've done some research and stumped as to whether I should get a shoot thru umbrella, reflective umbrella or a soft box for a one light setup. I'm a hobby photog and on a budget. I'd like to use my OCF indoor/outdoor for photo sessions. I did shoot an outside event at high noon (ugh) and used my Rogue flashbender with flash on camera and it worked great for landscape orientation but switching to portrait was a royal pain. The modifier wouldn't let the flashhead swivel. Any thoughts?
I bought s Lowepro backpack that holds my camera body with attached 24-70, 70-200, 50, tele converters, battery charge, and speed lite. It has slots for memorycards and zipped pockets galore for filters etc. Once packed, it is heavy tho. If you lay the bag on its side, the entire side opens up to access the compartments. I always need to make sure it's zipped before picking it up quickly.
Love the lighting, what was your setup? I think the trim work on the wall could be cloned out for a cleaner background. You captured her flowing beauty perfectly.
I had the 60d and used my 50mm 1.8 as my portrait lens. I also bought the Sigma 17-50mm 2.8 APC as my walk around lens and loved it. You just have to be sure to get a good Siggy copy b/c some aren't perfect. (Downside of 3rd party lenses talking with camera). My Sigma was tack sharp but I wished it had just a tad more reach.
I have a MBPro and use LR and PSE. I love LRs organizational abilities, and batch editing capability. It automatically sees and opens your raw files with no problem and it has an interface to which you can bounce back and forth between PSE and LR. I use PSE for difficult cloning and layering of my adjustments to an image. I use LR 90% and PSE 10%. You can get the CC version for $9.99/mos but I bought the hard copy. Most professional family and portrait photogs I know have this type of setup.
I'm jealous that you have an ice light! It renders beautiful illumination of your subj. nice job. I don't miss the hands either.