I'm gonna need a bigger camera bag

Pinyix · 03-14-08, 11:47 AM

With all your guys ranting, I decided an investment in one of the abundant canon 3rd party products was in order.

Playing with this around the house shows promise. I actually surprised myself with how natural I was able to make the lighting seem a couple times. Even still, I can't really make sense of the chart on the back and I find myself using my intuition more than the chart to meter my images. Also, I think the telescoping feature for 28-85mm is useless. So if you guys have any insights, do share. You should know by now I need all the help I can get when it comes to providing my own lighting.

AustinForester · 03-14-08, 12:42 PM

nice! is it not digital? so i assume no TTL or Auto mode?

PS, watch your ceiling clearence with that thing, it looks about a foot tall

Pinyix · 03-14-08, 06:01 PM

No, its digital. Its got ETTL and it works with my camera. I can't say I've noticed it working with me, but theres a light that says ETTL is working and the flash say "OK" when my last shot was in good exposure. I'm not sure what its lacking as I didn't even research the high end flashes as they were WAY out of my price range but having played around with it, I'm satisfied with my purchase.

The height was a selling point for the flash as "the distance between the flash and the lens will eliminate red eye". I'm not sure how well that works yet but it sure makes my camera hella top heavy.

bandoni™ · 03-14-08, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pinyix

No, its digital. Its got ETTL and it works with my camera. I can't say I've noticed it working with me, but theres a light that says ETTL is working and the flash say "OK" when my last shot was in good exposure. I'm not sure what its lacking as I didn't even research the high end flashes as they were WAY out of my price range but having played around with it, I'm satisfied with my purchase.

The height was a selling point for the flash as "the distance between the flash and the lens will eliminate red eye". I'm not sure how well that works yet but it sure makes my camera hella top heavy.

you can tell if ttl (through the lens) is working by focusing the lens in and you should hear the flash focusing in as well. my sb-25 has ttl, but it does not work with either of my nikon dslr's. could you take a pic of the back of your flash so we can make some sense of the controls ken?

Pinyix · 03-14-08, 06:59 PM

Its real basic. Theres a movable (non-integrated) chart that is only useful when the flash is straight forward a few lights and an on/off switch. I'll get a picture for you though.

Pinyix · 03-16-08, 10:03 AM

Heres the back of the flash:

Like I said, that (non-integrated)chart is only useful if its pointed straight ahead.

And heres the bag I just upgraded to. It can hold every camera toy I own

It even has a rain jacket built in.

AustinForester · 03-16-08, 08:48 PM

^

Ken, i have that same pack!! Best buy right? its got the rain fly right?

Mastervtec · 04-02-08, 01:21 AM

I'm all about the Tamrac:

A) Comfortable, foam-padded backpack harness.
B) Double zipper pulls for quick access to photo gear.
C) Mesh side pockets for quick access to accessories.
D) Adjustable, foam-padded dividers.
E) Foam padded camera compartment.
F) Foam pillars support camera with lens attached.
G) Quick-release buckle for security.
H) Weather flap protects camera compartment.
I) Large top compartment holds personal items.

bboarder711 · 04-17-08, 10:23 AM

oh hello! nice flash! not for a bag i have a lowepro sling shot 200 its pretty awesome for shooting on the go and hiking

Lowepro | SlingShot 200 AW Bag | 34737 | B&H Photo Video

its awsome, i just wish it had a tripod or mono pod holder mount thingy

bandoni™ · 04-17-08, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by bboarder711

oh hello! nice flash! not for a bag i have a lowepro sling shot 200 its pretty awesome for shooting on the go and hiking

Lowepro | SlingShot 200 AW Bag | 34737 | B&H Photo Video

its awsome, i just wish it had a tripod or mono pod holder mount thingy

lowepro ftmfw!!! I too also have a lowepro case but mine is a backpack one. I love mine all my d40 stuff fits in there, now i need to get another one for my d50 and all its stuff.

bboarder711 · 04-17-08, 01:26 PM

My sling shot holds ALLOT for its size my school book bag is Bigger and holds less. Plus it has a rain coat.

What I have in mine:
-2 chargers
-3 camera batteries that are not in the camera
-4 AA recharge ables that are not in the flash
-flash stand
-diffuser
-gloves for cold weather shooting
-note pad
-light meter
-usb cables
NEXT POCKET
-160gb portable Hard drive with usb cable
-Lens cleaning solution and cloth
-zip-lock bag that acts as a rain coat for the camera while shooting
-Extra Apature disks for my lensbabie
Main Pocket
-70-300mm
-50mm 1.8
-lensbabie
-SB600
-18-55mm
-D70
-Remote shutter
-2 sets (6) filters

the only things it cant hold are my light stands, tripods, monopods, and reflectors

03-14-08, 11:47 AM	#1 (permalink)
Pinyix Keep.It.Stock.Guy Join Date: May 2006 Location: Central NJ Posts: 3,705 Car 1: Legend Saloon iTrader: (11)	I'm gonna need a bigger camera bag With all your guys ranting, I decided an investment in one of the abundant canon 3rd party products was in order. Playing with this around the house shows promise. I actually surprised myself with how natural I was able to make the lighting seem a couple times. Even still, I can't really make sense of the chart on the back and I find myself using my intuition more than the chart to meter my images. Also, I think the telescoping feature for 28-85mm is useless. So if you guys have any insights, do share. You should know by now I need all the help I can get when it comes to providing my own lighting. __________________ .:JDM/EDM Non-Navi DIY:. .:JDM Navi Console DIY:. .:Cluster/Speedo Replacement DIY:. I think OEM is the best look. I just don't happen to think any of the various arrangements of OEM got it exactly right all at once

03-14-08, 12:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
AustinForester AWDriftin yo moms whip Join Date: May 2006 Location: Austin tx Posts: 11,808 Car 1: 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Turbo! iTrader: (15)	nice! is it not digital? so i assume no TTL or Auto mode? PS, watch your ceiling clearence with that thing, it looks about a foot tall __________________ Dirty Legends meet pics Wanna See Legend meet history?CLICK HERE

03-14-08, 06:01 PM	#3 (permalink)
Pinyix Keep.It.Stock.Guy Join Date: May 2006 Location: Central NJ Posts: 3,705 Car 1: Legend Saloon iTrader: (11)	No, its digital. Its got ETTL and it works with my camera. I can't say I've noticed it working with me, but theres a light that says ETTL is working and the flash say "OK" when my last shot was in good exposure. I'm not sure what its lacking as I didn't even research the high end flashes as they were WAY out of my price range but having played around with it, I'm satisfied with my purchase. The height was a selling point for the flash as "the distance between the flash and the lens will eliminate red eye". I'm not sure how well that works yet but it sure makes my camera hella top heavy. __________________ .:JDM/EDM Non-Navi DIY:. .:JDM Navi Console DIY:. .:Cluster/Speedo Replacement DIY:. I think OEM is the best look. I just don't happen to think any of the various arrangements of OEM got it exactly right all at once

03-14-08, 06:59 PM	#5 (permalink)
Pinyix Keep.It.Stock.Guy Join Date: May 2006 Location: Central NJ Posts: 3,705 Car 1: Legend Saloon iTrader: (11)	Its real basic. Theres a movable (non-integrated) chart that is only useful when the flash is straight forward a few lights and an on/off switch. I'll get a picture for you though. __________________ .:JDM/EDM Non-Navi DIY:. .:JDM Navi Console DIY:. .:Cluster/Speedo Replacement DIY:. I think OEM is the best look. I just don't happen to think any of the various arrangements of OEM got it exactly right all at once

03-16-08, 10:03 AM	#6 (permalink)
Pinyix Keep.It.Stock.Guy Join Date: May 2006 Location: Central NJ Posts: 3,705 Car 1: Legend Saloon iTrader: (11)	Heres the back of the flash: Like I said, that (non-integrated)chart is only useful if its pointed straight ahead. And heres the bag I just upgraded to. It can hold every camera toy I own It even has a rain jacket built in. __________________ .:JDM/EDM Non-Navi DIY:. .:JDM Navi Console DIY:. .:Cluster/Speedo Replacement DIY:. I think OEM is the best look. I just don't happen to think any of the various arrangements of OEM got it exactly right all at once

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03-16-08, 08:48 PM	#7 (permalink)
AustinForester AWDriftin yo moms whip Join Date: May 2006 Location: Austin tx Posts: 11,808 Car 1: 2005 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT Turbo! iTrader: (15)	^ Ken, i have that same pack!! Best buy right? its got the rain fly right? __________________ Dirty Legends meet pics Wanna See Legend meet history?CLICK HERE

04-02-08, 01:21 AM	#8 (permalink)
Mastervtec Stock Is Best Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: SLC, Utah Posts: 5,443 Car 1: Bastard People iTrader: (2)	I'm all about the Tamrac: A) Comfortable, foam-padded backpack harness. B) Double zipper pulls for quick access to photo gear. C) Mesh side pockets for quick access to accessories. D) Adjustable, foam-padded dividers. E) Foam padded camera compartment. F) Foam pillars support camera with lens attached. G) Quick-release buckle for security. H) Weather flap protects camera compartment. I) Large top compartment holds personal items. __________________ -BDE "I like your cane." <<< >>> LMAO. You had to be there. CLICK!!>>> Newbie FAQ...Read It!! <<< CLICK!! My Coupe - Sold My New Coupe

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