 Joe Jarosz |
What do I need a flash bracket for? I am looking at purchasing a flash, (I have a canon DSLR) and have a question about using a flash bracket as opposed to using it on top of the camera. Why would I want to use a flash bracket?? Thanks,Joe
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To increase the distance between your lens and flash.
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Kerry L. Walker |
Increasing the distance of your flash from the lens axis eliminates red-eye and can give a more pleasant shadow effect.
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Joe Jarosz |
Thanks, I understand it increases the distance, but I guess my question is what does that do for me? I see eliminates red eye and decreases shadow, is that really it? how much of a difference does that make vs just having it mounted on top the camera, worth the extra expense, etc?
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Kerry L. Walker |
Unless you like red-eye or like having to pay to have it removed, it is well worth it. I am afraid you misunderstood what I meant about the shadlws though. It doesn't decrease shadows. It created a more pleasant shadow effect. Rather than having flat lighting, you will have a slight shadow on the side of you subject opposite the flash, like what you see in a portrait.
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Mellanie |
I just bought a stroboframe flash bracket for my digital rebel and really like it! It is an added expense, but if you do portrait photography, I think it would be well worth it! I bought mine used from B&H and it is in great condition and $15 cheaper than buying a brand new one!
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Hi Joe-- I think the point here is, you get as close to the effects of studio lighting as you can w/just a flash on the bracket (light direction and controlling shadow much more pleasing and natural-looking to the eye).
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Joe Jarosz |
Thanks everyone for the quick response.
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