Reddit reviews Neewer 6 x 5 inches/15 x 12.5 centimeters Translucent Softbox for Canon Nikon and Other DSLR Cameras Flashes,Neewer TT560 TT850 TT860 NW561 NW670 VK750II Flashes
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By diffusing the flash, the softbox creates an even lighting that allows you to capture picture-perfect shotsConverts the harsh light from flash to a softer, diffused light, while reducing shadows and softening hot spotsSimply unfold the diffuser and attach the fastening tapes front, and you're ready to goStretch opening allows you to connect the diffuser to most shoe mount flashesNote: Camera and speedlight are NOT included
> What are your thoughts on Magmod?
Expensive for what it is, but works well.
>Does the MagSphere do the same job as a softbox?
No, Magsphere does the same as https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Bounce-Diffuser-MK950II-Speedlight/dp/B0051XEOUI that costs a fraction as much. They are made to be used for run and gun when you can't bounce the light off a wall or ceiling. They just throw light out in ever direction If you are going to use it as a direct flash, you will get similar results to useing https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-Universal-Diffuser-Olympus-Panasonic/dp/B00JUPDH5Q/ or https://www.amazon.com/Neewer-centimeters-Translucent-Softbox-Cameras/dp/B00ENSKUUK/
>What are the pros and cons of the MagSphere?
Pro - Its durable, its fast on, works with gels
Cons- Expensive - Most of the time something else can do the job for much cheaper.
memory cards if she's on dslr. you can never have enough, in my opinion
extra batteries - depending on your budget. You can find the batteries for her camera online if you know the make/model.
$8 flash modifier if she has a hotshoe flash (a big flash that isn't built into the camera)
a camera bag/backpack if she doesn't have one.
rechargeable batteries and a battery charger if she has a hotshoe flash that takes AA batteries.
A remote shutter release. If you know the make/model you can buy one for her camera that will either be with a cord or wireless and let her control the shutter from a remote control which is handy in a lot of settings.
> some type of diffuser
I have a thing like this, came with my flash. Results are okay-ish, definitely worth 8 bucks thought. Full frontal in the face with little flash and there are no shadows anywhere in the face. No studio quality, but improvement to ceiling bouncing in my experience
I run a super budget setup as close to professional lighting as I can. Well it's budget in comparison to pro set ups.
I start with one of these.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014H2P89O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_wSnezbPMKMHMZ
It's dimmable so I can adust the brightness for any time of day and turn it off without messing around with switches.
I plug that into this.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HX2EVPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_TVnezbVVQ3QQB
Well in reality I have a small desk lamp with a clip on it. It attaches to my monitor stand. But we'll get what ever lamp work for you.
Then I bought this soft box. Modified it slightly (just cut it open a little)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ENSKUUK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_eYnezbNZ9D1XR
Then bam. Simple and adjustable set up for my setup. I can make the light as bright or dull as required by the remaining room lighting.
Go for a larger softbox if you have room. I don't as I have all my monitors on a 2x2 stand!
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the direction of light will be annoying but it will work. if it were me, i would put a flash on a light stand with a shoot through umbrella and reposition that for each photo.
this is the basic idea with on location lighting. expose for the ambient lit background, then add in flash to your foreground subject. remember that shutter speed will only affect the background/ambient exposure while aperture/iso effect the entire exposure. you can increase the shutter speed for a lower key look or slow it down for a flatter image.
Which lighting would look more natural, flash with a softbox pointed at the subject or a flash with a deflector attached "bouncing" at the subject?
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I was thinking about getting a film camera and the N8008s seems like a good choice, but I don't have any Nikon lenses, can anyone recommend a good cheap 50mm that would work on it? It's ok if its manual.
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In your opinion do you think a used GoPro Hero 2014 for like $60-$70 is worth it mainly for casual timelapses and some underwater footage?
there were no instructions. but i think I get how it works, the 4 flaps should adhere to the flash via the velcro strip.
I presume something like this isn't worth it?
Same with this guy
the round guy I have is very hot spotty