Specs:
- Guide Number120-ISO 100ft. / 36-DIN 21m
- Auto Range3-70ft. / 1-21.3m
- Flash Duration (Auto)1/1000 - 1/30000sec
- Flash Duration (Manual)1/1000sec
- Vertical Illumination Angle20-53°
- Horizontal Illumination Angle27-70°
- Color Temperature6,000°K
- ConnectionsHot Shoe, Shutter Cord
- Weight (without batteries)423g
- Dimensions100mm(W) x 130mm (H) x 105mm (D)
After taking all those senior portraits without a flash and only relying on good light from the weather, I knew it would star raining soon. I was right! So my solutions was to find a good flash that is not only cheap but a good bang for the buck. With a little research I found nikon flashes that were excellent, but it did not meet my criteria! They are so expensive...well for me anyway. It did not take me long to find a cheaper flash that I could buy for $50 on Ebay. The Vivitar 285hv! I searched and watched many flashes on Ebay with no luck in winning any bid :( For several weeks I watched Ebay and Just two days ago I WON ONE! :D I'm so excited to get my flash! I have several more senior portraits to take including my own...so I'm hoping the flash will be here in time.
I found that many beginner strobists ( a technique using an off camera flash) use the Vivitar and I have read many reviews.
*Pros:
- It's more affordable
- You get more bang for your buck
- Easy to use
-Sturdy
-Powerful
*Pros:
- It's more affordable
- You get more bang for your buck
- Easy to use
-Sturdy
-Powerful
*Cons:
-Heavy
-Bulky
-Battery hog unless you have rechargeable batteries
I just LOVE the soft light it gives portraits... beautiful!!
I love the lighting and how it creates neat shadows and detail.
Love your choices!
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