Hi, I just want to confirm that this softbox can be used as a continuous light rather than flash? Is it adjustable (how bright)? Thanks!
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Yes, Im sure it will work, but I wouldnt. The quality of the item is not that great and might melt. In fact, I returned the item because the velcro stitching was already coming undone out of the box. I actually ended up buying a eBay umbrella type Octa for less and much more convenient.
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It would work with cool, florescent lights, but it's much better with studio flash.
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Not good to use with hot lights as they are not constructed to hand the heat and will melt.
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Yes you can, this is how I use it in my studio. The brightness will depend on your Strobe, the softbox does not come with a Flash/Strobe/Light. Hope this helps. Jason.
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Hi Sarah, this softbox does not come with any type of light. It is strictly the light modifier. You will need to provide that separately. In answer to your question you could use either continuous lighting or a flash head.
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Yes you can. just do not use the inner diffuser.Anthony D. Thomas Photographywww.anthonydthomas.com
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This is only a light modifier, it has no light source. It is made to fit with a specific monolight (flash) depending on which one you order. This one is made to pair with an Alien Bees monolight.
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I myself haven't tried it with flash because I don't use flash that much. I have read that is works well with flash. I have tricky lighting in my house where I have large windows, fluorescent light, and tungsten light. It works really well for that.
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As explained by DK Mckenzie. If done this way, impossible for the flash to fall off - see the photos I posted to show how it is mounted. As shame that this is not intuitive - Because if you do what seems natural - wrap the velcro around the OUTSIDE of the softbox - it will fall off every time. The manufacturer should put a 1 page instruction sheet in the package, but they don't.
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The cheaper strobes are often very light in weight so be aware of balance with the softbox attachef. This works great for me, I've had no issues with the ring.
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I am not really sure! I had set my settings on automatic and the flash only worked when it was needed. I am sure there must be a way to keep it on, but I really don't have the answer for you. You may be able to download the manuel for it from the sony website. Worth a try.
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It has a dim continuous light, more for focusing. Separate bulb from flash. also on a separate switch. Hope this helps.
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This particular lighting kit is continuous light. It doesn't flash or 'strobe'. Its good to use as a model light but not for flash studio photography.
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Softboxes mount to the light, not to a stand. That is why you have to buy one with a speed ring for your light.
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These lights are not dimmable, however, there are two switches that allow you to run 1/2 the lams or all 4 lamps. In addition, you can run the soft boxes with or without the diffusers in place, giving you more control over exposure and softening. They work very well for both video and still photography.
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You can use it without an attachment on it, so yes, you can use it like a flash light. Don't think it'd be as bright, though.
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It is continuous. It's a little fussy, though. In a pinch, it could be used for video but it wouldn't be my first choice. I'm a photographer and I love the ring light but I use it for one specific type of shot. It isn't my go-to light. I recently bought a Westcott Spiderlite continuous lighting kit. I'm reasonably happy with the lights. They are pretty high-key which is what I was looking for. They are not cheap but, unfortunately, good lighting isn't.
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The continuous mode is for use as a modeling light only. It is not intended to be used as a primary lighting source, only to set up the model and lighting. When satisfied that you have the light source and direction with the modeling light you would then use the strobe light for your actual shoot.
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Yes, the stand mount will tilt up and down.In noting Des N's answer, He is correct, the softbox does not come with an actual light mount. Be aware of that, but I rigged up a florescent socket mount in mine and it tilts up and down on the sofbox mount.
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This is not a flash it is a continuous light source. It doesn't tilt. It is designed to mount in an accessory show that is parallel to the camera's lens axis so that the light will point at the subject that the camera is pointed at.
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It's useful for both on and off camera flash. It's a pretty cheap and portable alternative to a bigger soft box. If it can help you, here's an example of a series of photos I took with only 1 off camera Canon speedlite and this very same Fotodiox soft box to diffuse the light: http://sublime-digital.com/portfolio/maternity-photo-shoot/
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Decidedly better. I've been using an Omni-Bounce, Gary Fong Lightsphere, etc., but getting the flash up off the camera has made a big difference. Of course, you will need a cable or do as I did and spring for a set of Phottix remote flash triggers. :)
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I rarely, if ever, have to use the flash since there are so many options for using ambient light indoors and out. however the flash can be used as a last resort. I find that with lights on in interior shots, using the right options, even using manual settings, I get a better result than using artificial lighting from a flash. Take several shots using several settings using AUTO, MANUAL settings, SCENES and see what type of effect best meets your requirements. Great, flexible camera.