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Ring Flash Examples? Sigma/Sunpak
Does anyone use ring flashes like Sigma EM-140 DG or Sunpak's DX12R for people photography? Please post photo examples and experiences. I understand they are intended for macro, but I have spoken with several great photographers who have used them for other things as well, as per guide number. Currently I use something large and custom built (continuous source), but would like a smaller, mobile unit that is affordable and can sync with the shutter. Note: I am not looking for Profoto suggestions. Many thanks. Maxim Mar 04 06 03:28 pm Link Yes I sometimes use the sigma 140 on people, but you definitly have to watch your distance when using ring lights. Major redeye if model is looking at toward the camera even a little bit at the wrong distance. I wish the sigma 140 had a A setting instead of TTL and 1/4 -1/2 and full. It would be easier to use it more It doest work great for macro stuff but I don't shoot models that close up. Mar 04 06 05:08 pm Link sunpak 12r, from an oblique angle:  the chopstick shot in my port is another example of the 12r. Mar 04 06 05:16 pm Link Michael R Kihn Studios wrote: Michael, do you have examples? Mar 04 06 05:32 pm Link Christopher, I like the chopstick image in your port. That is very similar to the quality of light I am seeking. Is there a way to avoid the outline shadow of the subject with 12R? Here's an example I shot with a continuous source ring light, which is too large to drag around. The shadows are very diffused.  Mar 04 06 05:35 pm Link Maxim wrote: the 'halo' is determined by the distances involved (subject-to-flash, subject-to-background). the modeling light in the 12r is very useful for previewing the shadow or lack of shadow. the reflectivity of the background also plays a big part. Mar 04 06 05:50 pm Link Christopher Bush wrote: That's what I thought. Thanks, Christopher! Mar 04 06 05:51 pm Link Maxim wrote: Yea I do but I haven't learn how to be able to put them in forums message box Mar 04 06 06:06 pm Link Michael R Kihn Studios wrote: Michael, Mar 04 06 07:03 pm Link  Sunpak DX12r..... on low setting Mar 04 06 08:44 pm Link Here is an old one I did with the sunpak, this is like 2000 or so. Pentax 6x7 105 f2.4 Standard lens, Tri X. I forget the aperture, but the flash sync on the pentax is 30th of a sec. [  Mar 04 06 09:07 pm Link Chip, you've convinced me, mate. I think I'm going with Sunpak. Mar 04 06 09:48 pm Link I'll tell you has consistent great examples of ringlight work - that impressed me anyway, is istoica. They really seem to experiment a lot and get the most out of it in varying ways. theirs is a profoto https://modelmayhem.com/pics.php?id=65306 Mar 05 06 07:56 pm Link The Halo effect is not exactly the light to subject factor as others suggest... it is the size of the light vs subject. All the small rings are smaller than the body (or head) of the subjects... so the shadow is OUTWARD of the subject... with that large constant light is used... the same shadow is there... but it is INWARD of the subject... that is it is BEHIND the subject, smaller and unseen. As well if you dont want the shadow... just pop a strobe on the background. Mar 05 06 11:22 pm Link Mar 06 06 10:14 pm Link Memphis Photography wrote: Not looking for expensive solutions. Mar 07 06 10:47 am Link Sunpak DX12R  Not a huge fan of them but for some things are cool. I do like it for fill light when they are wearing a baseball cap.  Mar 07 06 11:03 am Link Ok...whats the distance from camera to subject in these shots? Not more than 12' with the sunpak? Mar 23 06 02:00 pm Link Maxim wrote: was really popular for fashion photography a decade or so ago. I am sure I know of an example or two, but can't think off hand. Mar 23 06 02:07 pm Link I was also looking for this.. LOL I have seen the profoto... but dont feel like paying that much.. if i ever needed that much power i would just rent it.. but i want to buy one to play with! Thanks for the input ppl! Mar 23 06 04:33 pm Link With ringflash photography its rare the ringflash is the key lightsource. Its purpose is to fill out the darks with ambience. Unless of course your doing the Hey everyone I got a ringflash photos check out my shadows. I do admit that I tend to like the shadowing it gives when i have models placed hard against a wall but want to lift my blacks. The Sunpak is the absolute best way to go. You would be amazed how viseral and glamour it can make things like event photography. I use mine most at events and fashion shows. nothing like 99% of photographers using the same on camera boring and I walk in with the blammer. Mofos always wish they had one when u got one thats mobile. Mar 23 06 07:12 pm Link Maxim wrote: Nice images... one GREAT thing about the continuous lighting is you'll NEVER get Red-Eye! : D Mar 23 06 07:18 pm Link SFlickPhoto wrote: Ringlights are still very popular. The best usage is non obvious most of the time, unless you are good at distinguishing. Fill light. Mar 24 06 12:08 am Link Chip Willis wrote: Jesus.. it was mid 70's here.. =P and has been for a few weeks! Mar 24 06 01:09 am Link |
