P3D Re: Flash

[Rob <lilindn@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

> these, it would appear that:
> >  - Using an extended flash (e.g. an umbrella reflector), the light should
> >      fall off less rapidly than with a small flash source. [Inverse
> >      square is the model for a point source.]
> >  - If the flash is powerful enough, moving it back further away from
> >      the subjects should help reduce uneven illumination (provided
> >      the shadow of the camera, etc. doesn't fall on the subject!).
..
     When possible, I place a small auto flash on my Realist, then place
a stronger Vivitar 283 in one corner of the room, I trigger the 283 with
a Wein Peanut Slave (about $ 20) that plugs directly into the 283. 
Fills the background in nicely and gives a more realistic stereo look to
indoor shots.  The peanut does tend to fire if someone else is using an
autofocus camera or a flash camera in the room.
     Nimslo had a really good idea - its "Opti-Lite" flash had two
strobes - one fixed in a direct flash position and the other on a swivel
for bounce.
     Rob


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