Recent content by TheTripodSquad

Get your hands on some ND2, 4 and 8 filters (Neutral Density). These allow you to shoot at varied shutter speeds and exposure levels, but capture sharper movement with fast action or fast moving object.

I've tried similar things with UV filters, but the results are too weak, or inconsistent for the directed glare that I'm trying to achieve. it would be easier or achieve an exact look in PP, however, I am trying to achieve the perfect mix or real and digital. Beyond that, it is a personal...

You'll find at 11mm, you're going to either have to invest in a 'slim line' filter holder for 4x4 filters, or even in a traditional ND Lens Filter. I would say though, that even at 17mm, I have terrible framing issues with my (admittedly chunky) Matte Box. I would suggest investing in a...

I agree on the quality on the NTG-1 vs. NTG-2, however, I have found a slightly more even / consistent tone in voice when shooting in controlled conditions with the NTG-1. I use the Zoom H4N so my sound / boom operator can work away from camera. Especially effective and useful when shooting a...

My current camera/audio rig is composed of: 1.) Canon 5D Mark II & Canon 550f 2.) LCDVF (x2) & TV-056 HD Monitor 3.) Zoom H4N sound box 4.) Rode VideoMic, NTG-1 and NTG-2 5.) Redrock DSLR Shoulder Mount 6.) Canon L Series: 17-40mm, 100mm Macro, 70-200mm IS 7.) Canon Primes: 50mm f1.4 and f1.8...

I've been working on a project recently, where in I need to achieve high levels of lens flare (as per 'Star Trek', 'Transformers' and a hundred other Sci-Fi blockbusters of the last few years) through both in camera and post-production techniques. I'm currently using (to film this project) a...

To both points, I'm aiming a small-a-budget as possible, but I am looking for versatility and portability in use. I'm inclined to believe that going for a set of SB-600s would be most appropriate at this point. Any thoughts on second-hand SB-800s?

Starting a small home studio, already have some continuous lighting (via a dual Interfit Tungston 3200K Light Kit), but I'm looking for some flash guns to work along with some Hahnel Combi TF Remote RF Triggers/Receivers. My question; SB-400s, 600s or Jessops 360AFDs for a small budget...

Jessops have loads of studio kits that work to loads of budgets. I got a few from there :)

I vote for a small phone case or a small padded memory card holder. Does the trick for me.

I'm thinking about trying my hand at some low-end astrophotography. I was wondering if anyone here had any experience with it, or was experimenting with it as well. List of equipment, ideas and other useful facts would be handy. Thanks in advance.

Taken with the Nikon AF-S 18-105mm and a Jessops 360AFD Flashgun at an outdoor gig in Leicester City Centre. Since been used in a publication covering the event.

Bought my D5000 about 3 months ago. Been a very handy tool since then with a lot of use coming out of the ol' gal. Current kit: Nikon AF-S 18-105mm, Nikon AF-S 18-55mm, Nikon AF 50m, Tamron 70-300mm, Jessops 360AFD Flashgun, Lowerpro Flipside 300.