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ds1w · 09-23-2008, 12:21 PM

I've got a k200d and would like to know what my best, most inexpensive options for a flash to help with shooting macro photography. I'm look at at an AF 360 FGZ. Would that suite my needs? What are my main considerations? Is a Pentax stobe the way to go or are there other good options. Thanks

ftpaddict · 09-23-2008, 12:39 PM

Pentax just introduced a dedicated ring flash for macro photography. You might look into that.

ds1w · 09-23-2008, 01:07 PM

Originally posted by ftpaddict

Pentax just introduced a dedicated ring flash for macro photography. You might look into that.

Cool. I just saw that after I posted this. Someone suggested it was going to list at $499. That's more than I want to spend right now on a macro ring

What about the Starblitz 1000? I see some good shots on here using it and haven't seen terrible reviews.

Is that AF360 the best starter flash for me, assuming that I might want to use it off camera and for purposes other than macro?

Damn Brit · 09-23-2008, 02:34 PM

I'm sure $499 won't be street price, I would imagine it will be $350 - $370

09-23-2008, 12:21 PM	#1
ds1w New Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Carlisle, PA Photos: Gallery Posts: 6	Best beginner flash - k200d macro I've got a k200d and would like to know what my best, most inexpensive options for a flash to help with shooting macro photography. I'm look at at an AF 360 FGZ. Would that suite my needs? What are my main considerations? Is a Pentax stobe the way to go or are there other good options. Thanks

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09-23-2008, 12:39 PM	#2
ftpaddict Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Yurp Photos: Gallery Posts: 4,666	Pentax just introduced a dedicated ring flash for macro photography. You might look into that.

09-23-2008, 01:07 PM	#3
ds1w New Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Carlisle, PA Photos: Gallery Posts: 6 Original Poster	Originally posted by ftpaddict Pentax just introduced a dedicated ring flash for macro photography. You might look into that. Cool. I just saw that after I posted this. Someone suggested it was going to list at $499. That's more than I want to spend right now on a macro ring What about the Starblitz 1000? I see some good shots on here using it and haven't seen terrible reviews. Is that AF360 the best starter flash for me, assuming that I might want to use it off camera and for purposes other than macro?

09-23-2008, 02:34 PM	#4
Damn Brit Guest	I'm sure $499 won't be street price, I would imagine it will be $350 - $370

Best beginner flash - k200d macro

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