tmL
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Hey guys, so after finding out that strobist gear is cheaper in China (will be here until July) than in the US, I've decided to splurge and finally get into doing some strobist work. I currently only have a Yongnuo 560 but a lightstand, umbrella swivel (is that what they are called? what you attach to a lightstand so that you can put a flash and umbrella on top), and a pair of Yongnuo RF603's are heading my way right now. I'm thinking of starting with just one flash because I assume it will be easier to learn. Any thoughts on one vs. two flash in terms of how limited I might be?
Also, I have a diffuser that attached directly to my flash so theoretically the light from my flash won't be going directly to my subject, but it doesn't seem to be softening up the light too much. Does anyone have experience with diffusers? Are they useful at all? I haven't purchased an umbrella yet, would you recommend I pick one of those up to replace the diffuser?
Here's another one for you guys: If I have the diffuser on (or an umbrella), does zooming in on the flash have any actual effect on the output? I mean, it all diffused through the umbrella/diffuser right?
Last question (for now): Is there anywhere besides the Strobist blog that you recommend I check out for beginner lighting tips?
Thanks for the help!
Also, I have a diffuser that attached directly to my flash so theoretically the light from my flash won't be going directly to my subject, but it doesn't seem to be softening up the light too much. Does anyone have experience with diffusers? Are they useful at all? I haven't purchased an umbrella yet, would you recommend I pick one of those up to replace the diffuser?
Here's another one for you guys: If I have the diffuser on (or an umbrella), does zooming in on the flash have any actual effect on the output? I mean, it all diffused through the umbrella/diffuser right?
Last question (for now): Is there anywhere besides the Strobist blog that you recommend I check out for beginner lighting tips?
Thanks for the help!