Recent content by Green Li

Not a long time ago I got Metz 58. After using it for a while I can say that the menu system is not a bad as some people say. And overall I'm very pleased with this unit. Here are the pros and cons.. Pros Great build quality and impressive set of features. Secondary reflector adds new...

I like the first shot. Not sure about the depth of field though. Have you try bringing the whole camera in focus? Just a thought... The second image... I don't really "feel" it :). I'd probably added a front light or increased the power of the left light source to see if it is better. Hope...

I'd expect this to be a custom function. I could find a manul online, but you should have one. Take a look, typically it is possible to disable "power save" mode (or what ever is's called by Sigma).

have you looked at demb flash bracket? i use it. i like it. not a magic product, but works in many situations.

depending of the size of the equipment, light tent (light box) may work just fine. continuos light is "easier" then flashes, but if you use tungsten make sure you product are not heat sensitive. as you mentioned, natural is a good option, too. you can get away with a few reflectors and...

Here is a list of the things Canon 580EX II has and 430EX II does not: More power output (58 meters vs. 43 meters) Wireless master mode White reflector card (catchlight card) Weather sealing (battery compartment, shoe mount, body and head, connectors) Superior controls (select dial, newer...

Well, yes the idea was to test the fill in light. Nothing else. That's why the tests are done outdoors. Let me quote if you don't mind... "Using the diffusers indoors may render different results, but the "direct" light component will be similar to what you see in these outdoor tests." In the...

Being curious about how a flash diffuser illuminates a scene I ended up testing 16 different diffusers. For the wide angle applications knowing the frame coverage of a diffuser is important. Here are the results I got: Diffuser Frame Coverage Test I'm limited to 6 images here, so I post 6 out...

Here is a detailed comparison: Canon 430ex vs 430ex II

awesome! like the idea very much.

sb 600 is a good choice for a starter flash. also it is a great slave option.

I used to have Sigma 500 Super. Worked well for me. I hear reports that some units heavily overexpose, though. Cannot confirm that. Canon quality is superior, but Canon units cost more. Here is a detailed comparison review: 430ex 2 vs 580ex 2

the images are black because flash does not get sufficient time to recharge between shots. you can try reducing flash output. put it on manual power. try continuous shooting. see if the flash can keep up with your camera. it depends on camera's shutter frequency, aperture, shutter speed, ISO...

Canon 430EX I and II do not have PC Sync port, but 580EX II does feature one: Canon 580EX (Mark I) does not have PC Sync port:

That's why I never use IE. It... let's say, it's no good. Firefox or Safari.