Yes I finally got a decent ring light :
So is the ring light a better option than a regular flash unit ?
That depends ...
I found the ring light very critical to set up .
If you move in closer than what you set up for , you really light up the subject .. If you move back a little , then you really darken the subject .
If you stick to the distance you set the camera / flash to , you will get a very nice image :
I havent used the ring light for very long ( an hour if that ) .
But what I have observed so far .
Very nice for maximum zoom ( close to subject )
Works a treat if you stick to your set up ( distance etc )
Not very forgiving if you change focus distance .
In most situations where you are out in the field , I feel a regular flash is going to work better . Especially if you are walking around and taking pictures as opportunity presents .
For me the regular flash is far less focus distance critical , and deals with changes rather well .
In say a studio situation , I think the ring light would be brilliant .
Unfortunately out in the field , I feel every break you can get should be taken ...
I got this one Cheap , on the box it sais $129.99 . That is a lot of money for the ring flash back in the day ( This being new old stock - so say's the add )
I am very happy with the performance of this one , it's not a toy . ( Hmmm , what vintage is it ? )
Anyhow , a few early thoughts on the ring light :
Last edited by old4570; 10-21-2014 at 08:05 PM.