Tag Archives: flash

What’s the best type of macro flash?

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Peter K. Burian

I like to shoot nature subjects with my Nikon D7000 and AF-S 85 mm f/3.5G VR II macro lens and I’m thinking of buying a macro flash kit. What is best in terms of lighting? Should I use a shoe-mounted … Continue reading →

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Why does my flash fire sometimes and not at other times?

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Peter K. Burian

After many years of using a point-and-shoot camera, I bought an EOS T3i, and I’m confused about flash photography. Sometimes, the flash pops up automatically and fires, whether I want to use flash or not. At other times, when I … Continue reading →

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How do you use wireless off-camera flash?

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Peter K. Burian

I have read a lot about wireless off-camera flash and I’m wondering how does it work exactly? I own a D7000 and am ready to buy an accessory Speedlight. I would like to know how to shoot without connecting the … Continue reading →

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The Lumahawk LED Light

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Evelyn

With the “brown season” upon us, I am already beginning to miss the short colourful months where I can relax in the yard and take endless photographs of blossoms and sprouting greenery. Sure, I could take macro shots of the … Continue reading →

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Ray Flash Flaghead Ringflash Adapter

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Evelyn

When shooting photos at events or family functions, I like to keep it simple in terms of what type of lighting gear I bring. In my opinion, the easiest lighting accessory to cart around is a camera-mounted flash. However, direct … Continue reading →

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