Canon Speedlite 580EX I M-Mode confusion...

[canoflan]

Originally Posted by eRoc

I thought about that too, especially seeing as how I can't afford Radio Poppers AND Pocket Wizards. Why is the little crap the most expensive?!? lol

More technology in smaller package = higher prices. Plus, PWs are hard to beat for their range and use and that is why you won't find anything really beating them out of the market since they are so dependable.

I know you already know this, but some don't,
Pat

[lextalionis]

Wow...great discussion guys...learning a lot along the way.

Thanks,
Roy

[canoflan]

Oh, one more thing.

If you really get into manual flash, get yourself a really good light meter that measures ambient and flash (I have the Sekonic 358). Then you can get yourself some cheap $80 Sunpak 383 flashes and optical slaves and you can trigger a bunch of flashes all over the place with one master and you would only need two PWs (one for your master flash and one for your camera).

The flash light meter really helps you in studio and other portrait environments to see the change from the diffused light to the shadow and where you may want more light and how much.

Pat

[eRoc]

Yes I need to invest in one of those. Thats the exact light meter I'm saving up for.

[carrbowl]

Originally Posted by eRoc

Here's basically what the manual says, but maybe it'll be easier for you to understand.

So when are you going to rewrite some manuals so people can understand them????

[cacheshier]

Thanks for the flashzebra website as well as the other info.

[eRoc]

Originally Posted by carrbowl

So when are you going to rewrite some manuals so people can understand them????

I started rewriting some of them. No words, all pictures, and it doubles as a coloring book and there's some puzzles in the back.

For the low low price of 10 easy payments of $39.99.

What can I say I need something to pay for this hobby!!