BetterPhoto Q&A: Choosing the Right Camera Flashes

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  Flash Bracket: Directional and Fill-in Lighting
I'm looking for a flash-camera bracket that can be used to create directional as well as fill-in lighting, such as something that could be placed on the side of the camera.The brackets I used s...
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February 04, 2005
 
  What 50mm Lens for my Minolta Maxxum 5?
I own a Maxxum 5 and am looking to purchase a 50mm lens - mostly for weddings/portraiture. I am looking at the Minolta 50mm f/1.4 and 50mm f/1.7 lenses. My question is:
* Which is better and/or ...
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February 14, 2004
 
  Flash for Canon EOS 650
I just bought an old starter camera for my husband for Christmas. He thinks he might want to get into photography but doesn't have a lot of time, so I just bought him an inexpensive second hand...
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December 02, 2003
 
  Using Studio Flash
Is it possible to use studio flash without a flashmeter?I have a Canon Eos Elan 7e and no flash. I am thinking of buying the Alienbees b800 but if I do I won't have the budget now to acquire a ...
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October 09, 2003
 
  Buying a Flash
I own a Canon Rebel G. I need some help chosing a flash. When I try to take pictures at night, I push the button to take it and I get a delayed response. Then the picture comes out blurry as if ...
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July 23, 2003
 
  Quickness and Simplicity of Autofocus, Fill Flash
It is getting more difficult to focus with close baby portraits and children on the move with my Nikon FM2. However, I love the simplicity, smallness, and lightness. I am used to shooting manual....
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July 06, 2003
 
  Where to begin with External Flash Options
I, too, have been asked to shoot a friends wedding. I feel it's time to invest in a flash unit. There are so many options, that I'm baffled as to which one and which bracket will work bes...
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July 03, 2003
 
  Flash Equipment
I have retired and now have time to follow my interests. I have a Minolta SRT-101 (1974) and the flash unit I purchased with it will not charge. I guess I'm looking for a suggestion on what fla...
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June 15, 2003
 
  Flash Sync Speeds
I have a manual camera with "flash sync" speed of 1/30 (I don't know whatthat means) and I want to take pictures at longer exposures(.5-1 seconds @ f/2.8). What type of flash do I need to buy ...
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June 15, 2003
 
  what is a guide #?
I use a Canon Rebel G, and am in the market for a decent bounce flash. In some very preliminary research I have taken an interest in Sunpak's 383 Super something, & the 433D TTL models. I...
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November 29, 2002
 
  Suggestions for a flash for Canon Rebel EOS?
I have 2 -35mm Canon Rebels and am looking for a flash.I have it narrowed down to SUNPAK: 355 AF ttl around $50.00MZ 440 af ttl $85.00- Vivitar 730 AF TTL $65.00 and the 728 AF TTL around $80.00.Wh...
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December 16, 2004
 
  What flashes are acceptable to Nikon F401s
I tried using an Achievo flash on my Nikon F401s and the shutter repeatedly locked whenever I shot with the flash on.When I use the inbuilt flash, everything is alright. Is it that my camera type d...
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November 11, 2002
 
  Metz 45 CT-5
Does anyone know where I can get a manual for my new (secondhand) Metz 45 CT-5? The Metz website only has current models and I'm a "babe in the woods" with this flash.I'm using it with a Ma...
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July 20, 2003
 
  Better on-camera lighting
Hello, thanks for your help! I shoot weddings and have been shooting with medium format & 35mm, I usually do the non-candids with the 120 and I can control the light, usually an electical strob...
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January 14, 2003
 
  Sunpak B 3600 D flash unit deticated for Minolta
I have a Sunpak B 3600 D flash unit, which is deticated for Minolta (manual) SLR cameras. On the back of the unit there is a distance/aperture scale and a switch, with which the user can choose Man...
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October 15, 2002
 
  What kind of flash?
I own a Canon EOS Rebel 2000. I am considering an external flash that is much better than the built in flash, but I wonder what you all would recommend? I don't want to spend a lot of money, ma...
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December 30, 2002
 
  Flashes
I want to buy a new flash for my camera. Currently, I have a speedlite 220. I am strongly considering the Speedlite 550 which is approx. $300. I have never bought anything other than Canon accessor...
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January 12, 2003
 
  Setting up Metz 32 Z-2 Flash
i own a Metz 32 Z-2 Flash with SCA 3401-M4 for Nikon.in the manual guide the default instruction is to set up the contorls for TTL Fill in Falsh.how do I set up the controls to bulb the flash with...
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August 07, 2002
 
  Any comments on Nissin Flash Auto 6000AF?
Very generously my Camera shop has given me a Nissin 6000AF Handle Mount flash to evaluate without obligation. (GN 60 meters @ 100 ASA f1 "normal" lense)I would be most interested in any comments ...
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April 05, 2003
 
  Flash question
I'm looking for a budget priced dedicated third-party TTL-metering compatible flash for my EOS 3000/88 (A-TTL only) with feature like Tilt, with or without Swivel head.In my consideration list ...
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July 04, 2002