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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
05-09-2018, 06:51 AM
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Thank you! I am really interested in the Cactus and will probably be an investment in my future.
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
05-08-2018, 06:25 AM
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You pose what seems like a more reasonable choice, given the fact that I already have a more-than-capable flash with P-TTL for on-camera use. You are correct that optical triggering is not something I am striving for. The reviews of the 560IV seem to be good and the cost is on point for what I need.
I see the Yongnuo 560IV is paired with the YN560TX trigger in many online shops. I also see that it supports the RF-603, RF-602 wireless transmitters/receivers - though the latter don't seem to have the full functionality of the YN560TX. It does, however, look like I can pair a YN560TX with an RF-603 to use on my Metz (if I wanted to get CRAZY). Also, which do I choose for compatibility with the K3? The Nikon or Canon? Of course Pentax isn't listed as an option on Amazon.
I see there is a newer version of the above setup with the numbers YN660 for the flash and YN560TXII on the trigger. There is a moderate price difference. I am wondering if the update is worth the money?
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I suppose at some point, I may want to experiment with optical triggering, since it seems to be less technical of a setup. I think for my uses and for the need of reliable transmission, I want to stick with radio triggering.
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
05-04-2018, 11:21 AM
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I do not think I need groups. I have the Metz, which has HSS and P-TTL. It would be my dedicated on-camera flash. What I really want is the ability to control two off-camera flashes by using as few triggers as possible. I have about $300 to spend (which would include the 2 flash units and any necessary triggers). Ideally, I would like the same trigger(s) to work on the Metz when necessary. I looked at the Cactus V6II, but if I understand correctly that would be about $300 alone ($95 each: one for the camera body and two for the flashes, leaving no money for the flashes themselves).
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I think the setup you described meets my needs and my budget best. I saw two of the V5's on the B&H site for about $75. I would need a third for the camera body, correct? Or did I read that the 585EX has a built in receiver that would work with the Cactus? I am trying to keep everything straight, so I really appreciate your insight!!
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
05-02-2018, 08:20 AM
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This is good information! I am thinking about getting two of the Yongnuo 585EX flashes for off-camera use. I already have a Metz 64-AF1 that I use on my K3 occasionally. I want to find something that can trigger the Metz and the Yongnuo flashes. Will the Catctus trigger products work with both? I've also been looking at the YN560-TX as a trigger. I don't see a Pentax option for that trigger, though. Suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
06-13-2017, 10:18 AM
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All great information, thank you so much. I found a Metz 64 on Ebay for under $350, and that seemed like the best I could do. I am anxiously awaiting its delivery so that I can begin using it. It's far more than I wanted to spend, but I think I will be getting a good flash for the money. I looked at the Gary Fongs, that might be a future investment!
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
06-10-2017, 04:20 PM
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I found the Ebay option for about $7 that ships from China. For that price, it would be good to experiment with! I'd rather do that before investing in the Rogue, especially with having to purchase a new flash and some other equipment.
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
06-09-2017, 07:27 AM
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And that would be the Sigma 610 Super, correct?
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That Rogue Flash Bender is a great idea! I think it will be really handy and will add one to my cart. Thanks for the suggestions!
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
06-08-2017, 05:08 PM
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Thank you so much for your guidance. It seems that the Shanny has a similar guide number, same swivel capabilities, P-TTL, HSS as some of the other modesl. I'm really torn between the Sigma, the Shanny, the Metz 64, and finally the Pentax. It seems the only benefit (for my on-camera use) is the LED light on the Pentax. I know folks tend to follow the Pentax brand, but are there any other reasons to choose Pentax or Metz over the Sigma or the Shanny?
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
06-07-2017, 11:07 AM
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That flash guide is awesome! I'm starting to narrow down my choices and learning quite a bit.
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
06-07-2017, 08:59 AM
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I absolutely recognize that I have a lot of learning to do. Fortunately, I have a good bit of time to practice and learn (and lots of motivation, as well). Do you have a specific flash you might recommend?
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Forum: Flashes, Lighting, and Studio
06-07-2017, 08:18 AM
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Hello everyone! I am a novice photographer with a K-3. I have mainly shot outdoors and some indoors with decent/good lighting. I have been offered the opportunity to shoot a wedding and a reception, and am thinking it's time to invest in a decent flash. I thought I might need something with TTL, but after a bit of research don't think that is necessarily the case. I have no experience with anything other than a pop-up flash, so this is uncharted territory. I am willing to buy used and to learn, but have a budget of under $200. I do not anticipate utilizing the flash off the camera.
Thanks in advance!
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
04-25-2015, 10:56 AM
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Great, thanks for the quick responses! I'm learning as I go.
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Forum: Troubleshooting and Beginner Help
04-25-2015, 09:22 AM
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I just bought my K-3 and I also got a Pentax M 50mm 1.4 lens for it. I was taking pictures in raw and reviewing the (exif?) data in a program called UFRaw. In the program, all the pictures I took at various aperture settings show the aperture as F0. Does that mean the camera is not recording that data, the lens is not functioning properly or that I am doing something wrong? I have changed the camera setting to allow for the aperture ring to be used and have it set to manual focus. I am new to taking pictures with an advanced camera, so any guidance would be helpful.
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