Forums >
Photography Talk >
Has anyone seen a generic "foursquare" yet?
WOW!! Very nice Jay. Now I got to get me one, lol. Thanks for posting this ![]() Sep 08 13 06:36 pm Link Sep 08 13 06:50 pm Link Hi_Spade Photography wrote: That's what I'm here for Sep 08 13 06:51 pm Link -JAY- wrote: Jay, Would you mind e-mailing me the link of the mounts and umbrella? Sep 08 13 07:02 pm Link Hi_Spade Photography wrote: Sent. Sep 08 13 07:12 pm Link Wow, that does look sweet, and so do the resulting images. Wasn't the links on page 1 or did I miss something? Sep 08 13 07:21 pm Link Frozen Moments Photo wrote: Thanks, and yeah, there's a link to the item on Cowboy Studios page I think, but it's on Amazon too. Sep 08 13 07:28 pm Link Well, thanks for posting those. Since I now have several (5) speedlites I was very interested in this thread. Sep 08 13 07:38 pm Link Frozen Moments Photo wrote: Definitely adds some versatility. Sep 08 13 07:42 pm Link I think I'm going to keep it for the sole fact that umbrellas this size always get an "Oh my god, it's so big" comment, and who doesn't like hearing that? ![]() Sep 08 13 08:24 pm Link Dang, that set up looks so sweet! How do you keep it from blowing over though? My 43" umbrella wants to go over in a very, very gentle breeze. That baby looks like it would topple if a butterfly soars past it. Sep 08 13 08:28 pm Link T Urban Photography wrote: I put a big ass rock on the base of the stand and it stood up to breezes alright. Sep 08 13 08:38 pm Link Great post as always Jay, motivated me to order a large 60" Parabolic , ( think here in not so sunny england may be too windy for a larger version) Cant wait to try it out. Sep 08 13 10:43 pm Link rickspix_uk wrote: Thanks. I like the silver parabolics because of the increase in power output - it makes some of my underpowered lights good enough. Sep 08 13 10:47 pm Link Next step: attaching four of my Sunpak 622 Supers to the bracket. Since each sunpak is four times as powerful as hotshoe flashes, that's like sixteen flashes. I need this in my life! I just realized when I checked on the shipping of my recent ebay purchase of 2 new sunpak 622s --- wait a second, now I have four... oh sweet baby jesus what have I done? Is that a $325 battery operated 2,500 watt-second flash unit? Why yes, yes it is. Why? Cause why not? Sep 09 13 11:14 pm Link Excellent post - it's not that often I see someone finding a solution and then actually bothering with posting the results for all to see... Good write-up... Great images too BTW... ![]() Sep 10 13 01:50 am Link RKD Photographic wrote: Thanks. I have been using and testing every bit of budget gear I can get my hands on for a couple years now for the sole purpose of sharing - there are so many people who come to this forum (and others) who legitimately want to learn and get started, but have a small budget, and get laughed at when asking what's the best DSLR for about $100 - and get the recommendation of a Hello Kitty P&S. Sep 10 13 07:12 pm Link -JAY- wrote: Oct 10 13 01:20 am Link I've been wanting a quad flash bracket myself for a while, I already have a few of those cheap tri brackets although the Cowboy studio quad bracket looks flimsy to me, looks like it might snap any time. Any thoughts? Oct 10 13 01:25 am Link SHOOTME wrote: more heavy duty than I thought it would be. The ballhead might get weaker with time, but for now, it's quite firm, and had no problem with 4 flashes, and an 86" umbrella sticking out 2 feet to the side weighing it down. Oct 10 13 07:21 am Link When you add up the cost off all those flashes, you could've just bought one good studio flash and be done with it. Oct 10 13 07:49 am Link Jakov Markovic wrote: Please direct me to a 4lb studio light capable of f/10 through a modifier at ten feet, with a power source for $265. Oct 10 13 12:13 pm Link Visico VC-600 or newer models for example. ![]() Oct 10 13 12:19 pm Link Jakov Markovic wrote: i'm seeing the Visico VC-600 listed at $499 without a battery, so $750? Oct 10 13 12:30 pm Link Jay, The stuff you're doing with these portable flashes is just superb. I never owned one before and now you have me assembling a whole portable kit to purchase. As a forum guide I'm supposed to be able to highlight posts, but I haven't figured that out yet. I'd like to highlight this and your speedlight comparison guide. Both are fantastic resources. Oct 10 13 12:36 pm Link -JAY- wrote: HOW CAN IT BE THAT MUCH??? I paid 950 for bag, a couple of modifiers, two VC-600 and lightstands? There's gotta be something wrong with import prices for this brand for where you live? Oct 10 13 12:42 pm Link Jakov Markovic wrote: Its not silly after an hour long hike in 120 degree heat. 4 speedlites that can do everything I need is better for me than 4 speedlites for when I need 4 lights, then carrying another 10 pounds for a big monolight just so I don't look silly. Oct 10 13 12:45 pm Link Jakov Markovic wrote: I've got four WL X3200, which are more powerful than I typically need... but why carry all that weight when I can do everything I need with a kit that takes up only 1/4 of my backpack? Oct 10 13 12:53 pm Link Maybe I'm just shooting differently, but I'll definitely look into this. ![]() Oct 10 13 12:56 pm Link Jakov Markovic wrote: It works for some people, not so well for others, but for me it's been awesome for location shoots. Especially since i can turn them down and have instant recycle while keeping a good power level. Oct 10 13 01:02 pm Link Did a bigger write-up on the bracket: http://shootingonabudget.com/cowboystud … h-bracket/ ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Oct 18 13 08:16 pm Link Great article jay, and good to see the blog coming to life. Oct 18 13 10:43 pm Link -JAY- wrote: Another advantage I am seeing here is some built-in redundancy. Oct 19 13 03:40 am Link Randall D wrote: And seeing as I usually pack 8 speedlites in my backpack, my redundancy has redundancy Oct 19 13 09:29 am Link -JAY- wrote: That you can put out in water like I do and not have to worry about a bath Oct 19 13 09:32 pm Link I've ordered the CowboyStudio bracket. Is it possible to connect all 4 flashes to the same radio trigger through Y-connectors, or am I risking some horrible interaction? Oct 20 13 11:49 pm Link Guss W wrote: I wouldn't see why it would cause a problem. Is optical an option? since they're so close thee's little to no chance of a misfire - just put the trigger on one. Oct 21 13 10:42 am Link Guss W wrote: I fire four SB-26s off a single PW Plus II. One Y-connector with 2 more Y-connectors inserted = 4 cords. Oct 21 13 01:55 pm Link |