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05/30/2006 07:46:26 PM · #1 |
I know that reflectors have been discussed before but I searched the previous forums and I just couldn't find what I was looking for. Sorry if this is redudant or if I just missed a previous thread.
I am looking to buy a reflector (or 2). It seems that the general consensus is that a 5 in 1 is good. But what size to get? Is 42" big enough for a full body shot? How many reflectors do I need? Should I get one of those reflector tripods to hold it? I will be using it mainly for portraits outdoors. And what about something like this:
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Is is any good?
If anybody can help me out I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks!
Charles
edit: spelling
Message edited by author 2006-05-30 19:47:20. |
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05/30/2006 08:19:43 PM · #2 |
I bought mine from this guy, excellent price and didn't kill me on the shipping E-bay Seller I did find cheaper ones but they were bending you over on the shipping, .99 reflector and $50 shipping etc.
I bought the 22inch and the 44inch and am happy with both. I could probably use a 60 at some point but do ok now.
I did buy a reflector stand and arm from Amvona, it was about $80 but it is very heavy duty and does double duty as a Boom with a 4lb weight on the back end of the arm. Just make sure you are getting the entire setup, some are just the stand or just the arm, not both. Many people rig a reflector holder but I really like that I can change 3 planes of direction with the "real" holder.
HTH, Mel |
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05/30/2006 08:39:37 PM · #3 |
| Put some distance between the subject and the smaller umbrella/reflector and you’ll be fine, the distance will also help knock down the intensity and you'll get a much more natural light. |
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05/30/2006 09:46:15 PM · #4 |
42" is not big enought for a whole person. generally, proper use of a reflector is to get it as close to the subject as possible without it being in the frame.
as for a stand...fine in the studio, but outside I have difficulties with wind knocking it over or moving it (perhaps i need a 50 pound stand but then i don't want to cary one like that to a location) and getting it aligned - the sun is always moving, clouds, etc. I find a person holding it works much better - once they get the idea of what you want.
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05/31/2006 01:58:55 PM · #5 |
| Can anyone tell me specifically about the link I posted? Is that a good choice? |
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05/31/2006 02:07:34 PM · #6 |
Originally posted by cfischl:
Can anyone tell me specifically about the link I posted? Is that a good choice? |
For outdoors shots, I'd say no. Looks a bit light. Wind is gonna fly that baby like a kite, unless you buy some sand bags to anchor it.
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