Learn about things such as hummingbird flash photography, long range flash photography, etc. in this Q&A. Or for more tips, look at Flash Photography: Balancing with Ambient Light, an article written by Jed Manwaring.
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Pocket Wizard
I would like to purchase a Pocket Wizard, but do I purchase one or two? I want to trigger studio strobes that I used to trigger by infrared as well as use it with my Nikon SB 800 flashes. ... |
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Using a Tripod and Wireless Release
I used my tripod to take a group photo. The first was a practice shot and it turned out good. The second came out dark with the wireless release, and the third is my "fix" up. Where did I go wrong?... |
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Ring Flash: What Is It?
Exactly what does a "ring flash" do?... |
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Purchasing a Flash and Mount Bracket
Hey BP Gang! I am looking to purchase a flash and possible mounting bracket for my Canon 20D. I am leaning towards the Canon 580EX ... any suggestions?Thanks!gretchen :0)... |
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Flash Photography: Preventing Red Eye
When I try to shoot indoors with my long-range lens from any distance, I get red eye. I am unsure how to stop this. I am using a D70 with a AF Nikkor 80-200mm 1:2.8 ED lens. Thanks.... |
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Using Alien Bee with Nikon SB-600/D300
Hi there,I recently upgraded from the Nikon D70 to the D300. With the D70, I would use my SB-600 on camera to trigger my Alien Bee AB400 studio strobe. This doesn't seem to work when the SB-6... |
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Flash Photography: Stroboframes
I am in the market for a new Stroboframe but there are too many to choose from. I shoot mostly weddings with the occasional family or senior picture sessions on location. What are your suggestions... |
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External Flash for my Canon?
I would like an external flash for my Canon Rebel XT, and was hoping for some suggestions from all the professionals on BetterPhoto.com. I am a novice who is in the process of developing a portfoli... |
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Using a Pentax Flash on a Canon Camera
I would like to know if I can use a Pentax AF-360FGZ flash on a 20D camera? Thanks.... |
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Vertical Shots Using Flash
When shooting events indoors, I tilt the head of my SB-800 and use the built-in bounce card to achieve very effective lighting. But when I move to a vertical shot, horrible shadows are created. Ho... |
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Photo of Glass and Jewelry
I have a Nikon D40. Is there a lens accessory that eliminates the hot spot created by using a flash when photographing glass or glass jewelry?Thanks!... |
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Buy Lens & Flash? Or Better Lens But No Flash?
I am ready to buy an extra lens for my Canon Rebel xt and have decided on either the 50mm 1.8 or 1.4. I am on a budget, though, so should I go with the 1.8 and also get an external flash? Or should... |
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Continuous Light Vs. Flash Light
Could compare these? Which is better? I have a 16"-tall artist's doll to sell on Ebay. Any opinions would be appreciated. Thanks!... |
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Flash Unit - A Breakdown?
This past Saturday I shot a wedding with a brand new flash unit - Nikon SB-600. Everything worked great until about half way through the wedding, when all of a sudden the unit only went off about h... |
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Flash Unit Question
A couple of years ago, I saw a flash unit of some sort that, when placed opposite the digital camera being used, would go off at the same time as the flash on the digital, thus eliminating glare an... |
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Flash Lag
There seems to be about 5-10 seconds between shots when I use my flash with my Canon XTI. Is it something I am doing or is there a way to use the flash faster?... |
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Solutions for Flash
I am having some issues with not having a dedicated flash and trying to work with the one my Canon XTi has. I have tried adding on different materials to soften the flash, but I would like to refle... |
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Flash - Diffuser
I have a Canon Digital Rebel with a 420 EX flash. Using a diffuser, I find I have to open up at least two stops and use an ISO of at least 200. Is this normal? Thanks for your insight.... |
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Metering with Flash
How should you meter when using a flash? Both indoors and outdoors? ... |
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'Green Eye' Effect in Animals
I have been tinkering with my lights in my studio to try and get a better feel for animal lighting. However, I can't figure out how to lessen the "green eye" effect my dogs have. Anyone know ho... |
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