In this episode I test out three flashes to see how they perform when used in direct sun. The Flashpoint Zoom Li-Ion R2 TTL, Streaklight 360 and XPLOR600 are all taken through a simple field test to see how they can provide fill flash when shooting a subject in direct sun. Determining the capability of your flashes in direct sun conditions is a good exercise to do to be … [Read more...] about Three Flash Tests in Direct Sun (Post Production)
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Using Godox AD360ii-C (for Canon) with a Nikon DSLR: Is it possible?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITkbmBNStgo&t=137s While deployed to Afghanistan I took a chance and ordered the Godox AD360ii (a/k/a Flashpoint Streaklight 360, Bolt VB-22, Cheetahstand CheetahLight CL-360) for a Canon 7D Mark ii DSLR issued to me to photograph military events. The reason I decided to buy the Godox 360 was to use the … [Read more...] about Using Godox AD360ii-C (for Canon) with a Nikon DSLR: Is it possible?
Flashpoint XPLOR600 Battery Issue
The Flashpoint XPLOR600 battery operated strobe light offers the power of portability by freeing the photographer from having to plug into a 120v power outlet. Yet, the XPLOR 600 adds even more flexibility with optionally allowing the unit to be plugged into a traditional AC power outlet. But where is the fun in plugging the XPLOR 600 into the wall, when you have the freedom … [Read more...] about Flashpoint XPLOR600 Battery Issue