Originally posted by LIGirl Hello Everybody!
It's been awhile since I've posted on these forums...but, I'm having trouble! I have read about 1 million flash posts today, and I can't quite find this information I'm looking for. It's probably that I just don't know enough
I have a k-x. I cannot stand the horrible, sharp shadows created when i use the on-camera flash on my indoor shots! So, I want to buy a flash. I was trying to keep the price around $100 or so...but, I think that won't get me what I need! I want a flash that is simple to use...such as, pull it out of the bag, slide it on the camera...take pictures. I have so much trouble just keeping the camera controls straight, I can't imagine adding something else to keep track of! Is there such a flash that isn't $300+ dollars?
One really inexpensive solution worth checking out is the
Lightscoop (30 bucks). This thing takes your on-camera flash and bounces it up, so you can bounce the light off a ceiling or wall (which is what you'll have to do with a big flash anyway - direct flash will *always* give you harsh shadows). Presto - instantly diffused light, very inexpensively.
It looks a little gimmicky, but it's actually quite effective. And hey, TTL is built in, since you're using your on-camera flash anyway :P Not only is it a cheaper way to start playing with bounce-flash lighting, it has an advantage in size & weight. I keep a Lightscoop in my camera bag all the time - it weighs nothing, it's small, might as well have it when I need it