What does a bounce card do?
Board Reflectors or “bounce cards” as they’re often called, are simple flat pieces of material with a reflective surface on one side that are independent from any light source. You use board reflectors to create a broader, directional light source when there isn’t sufficient ambient light for a pleasing exposure.
Which flash diffuser is best?
Gary Fong Collapsible Light Sphere First up and what we feel is the best flash diffuser for event photography is the Gary Fong Collapsible Light Spheres (Click here to check for prices).
What is a catchlight panel?
The catchlight panel is stored inside the flash head when not in use, and is pulled out from the front when you want to use it (as shown in the red box). The panel helps to reflect light into the eyes of your subjects when taking photos of people.
What is the wide panel for a flash?
The flash coverage can be set to match the lens focal length from 24mm to 105mm. The flash coverage can be set automatically or manually. Also, with the built-in wide panel, the flash coverage will be compatible with ultra wide-angle lenses as short as 14mm.
How do you diffuse a Speedlight?
Grab a tissue or thin paper napkin and hold it over the flash, point and shoot. It works best if you use a double layer tissue or fold it in two. This softens the light of your flash in your photos, even though the light is still direct.
Should I use flash diffuser?
A bare flash can be used to create drama and drown out the background light. But diffusers can help the strobe seamlessly blend with the rest of the scene for a more natural look. If you want to add a bit of light, contrast, fill light, or catchlights, then diffusers are essential accessories.
What material is best for diffusing light?
Polycarbonate sheet and film have good light transmission, excellent diffusion of LED hot spots, and offer impact resistance along with good heat resistance. Polycarbonate film offers additional benefits including flexibility and formability.
What is a catchlight and why are they important?
Catchlights are caused by a light source that produces a reflection in the eye. Without catchlights, eyes tend to look flat. This does not make for the most pleasing portraits.