HEEEEELP! Flash

[magicianstouch]

I need a flash separate from my camera, preferably wireless, but I have no idea how to go about syncing the two, and I am not finding much clear and simple information.

Any Suggestions?

 

[JerryPH]

It gets NO simpler than the Lighting 101 articles on www.strobist.com

 

[Big Mike]

Gadget Infinity :: Digital Camera :: Flash Trigger :: Cactus 4-Channel Wireless Flash Trigger Set V2s
Gadget Infinity :: Digital Camera :: Flash Trigger :: Cactus Wireless Flash Trigger Set V4
PocketWizard | Plus II Transceiver Radio Slave | 801-125 | B&H (2 required)
AlienBees: The CyberSync 2.4GHz Radio Remote Control system

just to name a few...

 

[magicianstouch]

Thanks Sooooo much. I am having trouble finding an inexpensive flash that allows me to 'dial down' though. any suggestions of where to scrounge around at, or what kind to look for? I am an amateur, but I don't plan to stay that way long; I learn fast. I need a professional flash with a minimal learning curve

 

[JerryPH]

LumoPro LP120 Manual Flash

Vivitar 285HV Flash

"I need a professional flash with a minimal learning curve"

There is no free lunch. Learning how to operate the flash takes 15 seconds at most. Learning to light properly... that is going to take a significantly higher effort on your part.

 

[Big Mike]

HERE is a kit that includes the flash, the radio remote set, a light stand with bracket and umbrella etc.

 

[Big Mike]

Dang...Jerry beat me again.

 

[JerryPH]

Dang...Jerry beat me again.

Nah my friend, you still rule.

 

[magicianstouch]

No, no, you both rock. Thank you soooo much. You have no idea how much you have helped.

 

[magicianstouch]

Call me a complete newbie, but these flashes don't work with sony, do they? *sigh* nothing going right today.

Any suggestions for a sony compatible flash?

 

[JerryPH]

With off camera flash, which is what you want, they will. Otherwise for flat boring lighting of camera flash, it s better you stick specifically to Sony brand flashes.

Again, start reading the strobist site... it is an eye opener.

 

[magicianstouch]

Thanks!

 

[johnbergsing]

The best and, unfortunately, most expensive way is PocketWizard® - Remote flash and camera triggers for professional and advanced amateur photographers. I have 4 Plus II's and they have NEVER failed!