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Flash Modifiers Review: Soft Boxes, Diffusers, Brackets, FlashBender vs Lumiquest vs ProMax

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@TonyAndChelsea 7 лет назад

⭐Diffuser Cap on Amazon help.tc/cap ⭐Small Soft Box on Amazon help.tc/SmallSoftbox ⭐Flash with Medium Soft Box on Amazon help.tc/ProMax ⭐Flash with Large Soft Box on Amazon help.tc/BigBounce ⭐LumiQuest Big Bounce LQ-104 on Amazon help.tcv/BigBounce ⭐Rogue FlashBender on Amazon help.tc/FlashBender

@julioaponte3197 7 лет назад

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@murraybernstein6786 5 лет назад

Tony & Chelsea Northrup ffe

@faruk76able 5 лет назад

Which Bracket did you use in this video?

@bobkrueger194 4 года назад

Curious to know if you prefer the large or the x large Rogue?

@DebbieLam 4 года назад

What size of the FlashBender was used in this video?

@Muzzlehatch2 10 лет назад

Tony and Chelsea, As a photography educator myself in my own way, I want to say I really like your style. As a couple and as teachers, you really have a great presence, work beautifully together. and share your information and experience in a delightful but straightforward and impactful way. Kudos! Since I'm a fan, maybe I'll buy the book as a gift for someone just starting out.

@sabaof8 7 лет назад

This video is the only one extant that demonstrates ALL (or nearly all) of the various types of flash modifiers. Excedingly well done. Thank you.

@timmowbray2716 5 лет назад

I wanted to say how impressed I am with your videos. You are a born demonstrator and explain things clearly. When you want to spend time thinking about creative photography and not spend all of yoUr time thinking about tech, then your videos are great. Thanks!

@TonyAndChelsea 5 лет назад

Thanks, Tim!

@timmowbray2716 5 лет назад

Can I ask you...I am taking a portrait in an dark artists studio, which is effectively a shed. In this video, you have a light diffused background but I won’t have this. Will the Rougue Flashbender still work in that environment? Thanks Tony and Chelsea.

@jmpascoe 8 лет назад

Thank you Billy Bob Thornton

@_HMCB_ 4 года назад

Lol. I’m dying.

@millreef63 10 лет назад

The Rogue Flash Bender is excellent - especially for travelling as it packs away completely flat. Taking one to India next month with one Yongnuo & a Fuji X100...all I need!

@1645308 7 лет назад

I use a Rogue and it works well. I found it also works great on your flash for backlighting a back drop. Mount the flash on a small stand about 35" tall, point the flash straight up, attach the rogue with no bend, set the flash power at about 1/16(play with it), and place the stand about 15" from the backdrop.

@richardpcrowe 4 года назад

There are a gazillion flash modifiers out there and I have used most of them. However, my favorites are the Demb Flash Products such as the Flash Diffuser Professional and/or Wedding Saucer Pro Flip-It. I have been shooting with the same Demb Flash Diffuser Professional unit for 15-years and it still works fine (although I did replace the elastic strap at three for five dollars)...

@dafarulia 8 лет назад

To be honest I think the pic taken with large soft box is the best! Better than with flash bender.

@timnash1867 8 лет назад

Just got my first DSLR and your SDP book, and I'm totally loving it! Thank you for the clear and concise lessons!

@userten4340 7 лет назад

The diffuser Cap thing, for far the best!!...here applies the "Less is more" quotation. Thanks for sharing Tony and Chelsea.

@one4allall4one91 5 лет назад

I used go thru all those modifiers when I was deep into photography. When indoors my fave was the gary fong lighsphere. Outdoors I used to use bounce light, even direct light when, but when able to off camera light was my fave using pocket wizards.

@edithgarcia903 7 лет назад

Hey guys!! great video!! Can you make a video like this one but placing the subject outdoors at night?? it would be nice to see how diffusers works without bouncing the light to the celling

@katk925 10 лет назад

I've been so in love with my new CLS flashes I haven't used my old bracket in ages. Might have to break it out again!

@dusttimes 9 лет назад

Thank you for the solid video. I'm constantly looking for something balanced in size and shape for outdoor fill flash. The Bender looks like what's got my eye now. I have a few things I like, but you're right, there's a point when all your work is ignored and the only thing people talk about is how silly you look with the ridiculous contraption you have attached to your flash. VERY nice informative video, thank you.

@MArk-yn4sp 5 лет назад

Excellent video, thank you. About the flash cords (8:33) IMHO if you're a Nikon user with a Nikon flash, use the branded cable; if you're a Yongnuo flash user on a Nikon camera, use a Nikon cord (as opposed to the Yongnuo cord). I've learnt the hard way that Yongnuo seems more compatible with Canon than with Nikon.

@jaredhammonds8255 7 лет назад

I love how you actually called it a "diffuser cap thing" on the screen. Very nice video. You talked me into getting some things and out of other things.

@_HMCB_ 4 года назад

Oh man this is too funny. Chelsea has me cracking up sitting there. It’s almost like she doesn’t want to be there and the other part of her is trying hard not to LOL. And then Tony’s hair 😂 I’m like what year is this. At first I thought it was a new video but I had to scroll and see the date. I love you two 🤣 I’m so glad RU-vid recommended this just now.

@EdVelez 9 лет назад

Glad to see some of the difusers and soft boxes in actual use. I am still tossed about the flashbender and the DEMB flash difuser products. Hope down the road you can do a little more on the other products that you didnt do in this video.

@JAF1N 8 лет назад

If you do later compare the gary fong sphere can you also get a plastic cup over the flash as well for comparison, just want to know which one is better. Love the work on your existing comparison very informative and unbiased.

@thatchinaboi 6 лет назад

The photo taken with the diffuser cap looked the best.

@TonyAndChelsea 10 лет назад

Re: the Gary Fong LightSphere, he's sending over a kit for review, so you'll see the video in a couple of weeks.

@DanPonjican 10 лет назад

Fongs are a waste of money. Way over priced for what they are. A piece of foam core and a large rubber band work better for pennies on the dollar.

@Williamchan87 10 лет назад

Dan Ponjican they are alright, but yes they are way over priced compare to the competitors

@dongerramarco9617 10 лет назад

Williamchan87 He copied the lightsphere from an old chinese brand called lambency dome (PLagiarism)

@alexandramarrero5595 10 лет назад

Mark Douglas Actually it was the other way around.

@1994FishFreak 9 лет назад

***** why not?

@johnrees44..G4EIJ 7 лет назад

Many thanks for answering all my 'speedlight on camera' questions in one concise, excellent video. Thank you.. JR.. in the UK

@jeffhiga 7 лет назад

Thanks for this review. I especially appreciate the 8x spread at the end with the different effects. Over the years, I've collected a several different modifiers, but I've never seen a comparison of them side-by-side. I've stumbled my way onto the bracket mounted FLashBender, but I could have found my way there 3 years ago, lol.

@icdeadpixels2 10 лет назад

Great vid Tony. I gotta say that the more i watch the more i like. At first had you down as a little Ned Flanders;-), but liked your come back to the F stop and crop factor stuff. You've really opened my eyes and you're a super star!

@maltimoto 10 лет назад

very good comparison! i will use the flash bender for my next wedding. greetings from hamburg, germany

@wilson_law 6 лет назад

Chelsea is your wife!? I thought she was your sister all along! Hahaha... I always been thinking, what a great brother and sister dual, both having passion for photography.

@Lucy-dk5cz 4 года назад

That’s some incest I’d like to see!

@gabesphoto 6 лет назад

Great stuff. I usually would attach the bracket to the lens instead of the camera. This would facilitate going vertical with the camera quickly without looking awkward. GHP

@IvanGRANID 6 лет назад

That Staring Sizzling look of Chelsea ;-)))

@benbrown5159 6 лет назад

Would’ve loved to see you test the Gary Fong Lightsphere against those modifiers. I’ve been debating whether to get one. Anyway, nice video 👍🏼

@fly2us1 9 лет назад

Thanks for the presentation of various ways to use flash with accessories love the class

@djtwilite318 7 лет назад

thanks for the video Tony & chelsea. do you have a video showing whats best to use for weddings with high ceilings such as churches or places with dark ceilings etc? if not can you all make one or give suggestions?

@standhd 4 года назад

I’m new to y’all’s channel, and checking y’all’s work; the one were y’all were kinda acting, and Chelsea throwing away the GF had me LOL!

@philfyphil 4 года назад

I think getting Chelsea to hold a small reflector below at arms length would have helped for shot 2. I would have tried that before proceeding, but this isn't a criticism as I know you are just demonstrating the different types of gear for each single shot. :-) Keep up the great work both. Phil from the UK.

@mntai2526 7 лет назад

thanks for all the hard efforts to teach us, especially I am a beginner, aka rookie. I really enjoy your time to share with all of us.

@SnaptoGrid 5 лет назад

The slubby texture in that sofa fabric is nice ✌️

@originalsuki 5 лет назад

Great work. A nice, simple, FAST demo that explained several features clearly. Thank you so much. P.s The Chelseas are so pretty!

@honda619boy 9 лет назад

What happens when u take a photo sideways? Does that effect the light on the person and shadows

@Rogueixpresents 7 лет назад

"Defuser cap thing" LOL I love you Tony!

@yonab7963 8 лет назад

so basically the bigger the softbox on the flash the better lighting it is?

@williamle1914 7 лет назад

Thanks for all the videos you've posted. I'm new to photography and your posts have helped greatly.

@adriataylor7534 7 лет назад

I'm only watching a video and even I blinked when the flash went off when you used the Lumiquest Big Bounce haha

@caligari89 9 лет назад

Thank you, Tony. Very informative and useful. Preparing my first shoot with the flash bender.

@TonyAndChelsea 9 лет назад

caligari89 Glad I could help!

@matrixixix 8 лет назад

Beautiful review. I went with the Rogue for an anniversary party I'm working.

@bluelightuniverse1076 4 года назад

Hm.. I have the flash bender.. I purchased the small and large a while back.. they are great.. But damn.. That soft box looks better in my view. Is it really that flimsy And troublesome to use???

@dat2ra 3 года назад

Excellent. What about Gary Fonginators?

@quebecker3799 9 лет назад

Thanks for the video. I am trying to decide what to use with my Yongnuo 568.

@trosencrantz 9 лет назад

The soft boxes are a great way to give that studio like photo but as they get bigger, don't you run into problems with the Flash to communicate with the subject, as the box covers the Flashes infrared window?

@noelgotangogan3243 6 лет назад

I'am start getting interested on this.. but need to upgrade camera to more effective one.. Thanks for this video..

@christophermason7735 2 года назад

Hi Tony. I bought the flat bendy one and really like it. It also came with a non bendy smaller one that works well indoors. It’s brilliant for shooting at F1.8 on my nifty fifty and harsh light conditions. Just enough to soften the light in the face. I still get the what the hell is that question though Untill the see the end result. It’s partially useful since I started using this mini lightweight HSS TT350 flash on my canon T6s. I love the light weight but of course the light source is smaller. I’ve been tempted to try a small soft box, but from your video it looks like no advantage

@CJKisame 4 года назад

The model is beautiful

@MultiAwall 8 лет назад

My goodness I need more practice to train my eyes I can barely tell the difference between the shots and that's really bad. But this is a great way to compare each shot.

@Dustinrhoades 4 года назад

Thank you Tony

@devupatelgmailcom 7 лет назад

What if subject is closer to the wall then what happens to shadow using FlashBender?

@pawelbrzozowski3899 2 года назад

Ohhh I was looking for that information! Many thanks, love You guys! (More Chelsea though....).

@TheRumRunner73 8 лет назад

When did Cesar Millan changed his profession? Ain't no money in Dog Whisperer career..

@GoRichardVEVO 8 лет назад

+TheRumRunner73 I was thinking the same here broo. HAHAHAHAHAHA lol

@gustamaz 6 лет назад

Hahahahaha!!!

@GermanViking 5 лет назад

Psst!

@user-wu1tn5ww1b 8 месяцев назад

😂

@dan19630 10 лет назад

Hi Tony Did you use the same camera settings for all pics? It can make all the difference between the results everyone debates about with all the different diffusers out there. I think their all capable giving great results if person takes the time learn each diffusers limitations and learn to make adjustments. Great video!

@TonyAndChelsea 10 лет назад

I had to bump up the flash output to make the effects noticeable; obviously some of the devices absorb more light than others.

@thomasdelegram1916 10 лет назад

You would really have an experience if you shot with a vintage Larson "Soff Shoulder". I have one - the light is incredible - but the first time my wife saw it she asked me what channels I got with it (ridiculous?). Tony, for some fun look it up and maybe buy one, I did.

@sleepinggod8979 5 лет назад

You are the best Photography teacher on utube.i am learning studio lighting from you. What 4,5 expensive photography class taught me ,u did in just two free videos. Thank you so much.🙏💐

@evelasq1 6 лет назад

I think that you have the bracket put on the wrong way because I have a bracket also but the handle would be on the left side of the camera so I could use the grip on my camera and be able to the press the shutter button more comfortably. Peace, Flood!

@Sergiocrivelin 10 лет назад

Hi Tony, your videos are very didactic and simple to understand. I'm really enjoying to watch all of them :)

@eustacevictor2177 6 лет назад

You referred to the model as chelcy . . . good thing

@vladimirivanov6353 2 года назад

I love Chelsea Lipp... She is amazing woman ❤️

@stefpix 7 лет назад

I like the Flashbenders, I got some knockoffs as the original is pricy, but they attach less securely to a smaller flash. There are factory second with small defects that are more convenient. Have you tried the FStoppers flash disc?

@YRChoudankar Год назад

Hello Tony & Chelsea, can you make video on Godox ML cd15 with v860ii Flash, indoor and outdoor portrait?

@emailforseller 8 лет назад

Hi Tony, thanks for the nice comparison! Have you guys posted the follow up review for the Gary Fong LightSphere? Thanks

@scotthullinger4684 Год назад

The average size of an on-flash light diffuser is far to tiny to make any serious difference in the light quality of your flash unit. You need some rather huge surface area in order to make a difference. And for something which you hold in your hands, nothing is large enough, except for perhaps photos taken only a very few short feet away to avoid overexposure, if anything.

@brucesr8744 10 лет назад

chelsea 2 is 6'4" 95lbs.......your photography or she really is? nice video, great results, fabulous team. u guys deserve my money, buying your book...

@1989Goodspeed 8 лет назад

Have you guys seen the SGA-K9 Flash Accessories kit? I have seen that kit around on diffrent websights and some YT channels. It looks interesting and supposedly it works with most Canon and Nikon (and Youngnuo) Speedlights. Saw it first on Phillip McCordall´s channel. So just looking at it, any thoughts?

@matrodfpv 9 лет назад

I saw Chelsea sneak quite a few peeks of your rump there!

@MomentphotographyCoUk 6 лет назад

Those small soft boxes also block the red focus pattern the flash kicks out.

@john-lenin 9 лет назад

Fantastic Sam's best customer!

@heron123100 2 года назад

Hello isn't adding a diffuser the same effect as lowering the output of your flash? Please correct me if I'm wrong.

@photoartteacher903 4 года назад

Nicely made video But I disagree with one point - If I hire a photographer I want him visible and professional looking - my first choice would be a photographer with a hasselblad digital on a huge tripod and 3 studio softboxes and a fishing vest. 2nd choice a person with a Big DSLR , a huge wooden handle stroboframe grip (or a big metz flash). If a photographer showed up at my wedding with a little mirror-less, and a yongnuo flash holding it a foot from their face like a cell phone- I would be very nervous about the quality of images I would get

@mimstyle 10 лет назад

I have large and extra large Flash bender , work really well for me. ( Flash off).

@MissHitAllTheTime 7 лет назад

have u use other brands like flashpoint or yongnuo? which one is better flashpoint or neewer? each one probably has some advantages...built quality, features? i am thinking between flashpoint and neewer??

@snapsoon4302 2 года назад

Always awesome videos. 10/10. Many thanks.

@samik83 10 лет назад

Missing one popular one from your diffuser collection: Light sphere. Its kinda expensive for a simple silicone tube, but you can find knock off's on ebay for about 10 bucks. Look for Lambency Flash Diffuser. Kinda goofy looking soup bowl thing, but it does wonders.

@TonyAndChelsea 10 лет назад

We've requested a LightSphere for review. Thanks for the suggestion!

@stuartridgley515 7 лет назад

It is just such a shame JCC have lost my vote as I have had to keep changing their fittings. The JCC LED 6 I have changed more then 30% of the fittings I have installed. such a shame. Now use Aurora M10 or Enlite have had no worries so far

@mokhan4748 10 лет назад

Thanks Tony for the wonderful work you do for dummies like myself. I belong to a photography group with about 75 active members. I have posted your email address and website our notice board, with reference to your 'Stunning Digital Photography, and Equipment Guide books, which I purchased.

@BradsMusic420 10 лет назад

Great video on lighting. Love it.

@Kamiklaasie 10 лет назад

I got the flashbender to, but keep returning to my Gary Fong light sphere. What do you think of the light sphere?

@TonyAndChelsea 10 лет назад

I haven't tried it, Klaas.

@itisme8952 9 лет назад

Ok but it would be nice to see some pictures in front of a white wall to see how are the shadows behind

@virtuosity4 9 лет назад

TONY, IS THIS BOOK GEARED TOWARDS THE CAMERA YOU USE, CANON? I HAVE A NIKON D7100. MY BIGGEST PROBLEM IS LIGHTING AT SMALL VENUES (BARS) AND THE LIGHTING, MINIMAL AT BEST. I'M TRYING GET A LOT BETTER AT MANUAL. I TAKE PHOTOGRAPHS AT ALL THE GIGS WE GO TO AND IT'S HIT OR MISS HALF THE TIME THAT I END UP USING THE AUTO MODE. THANKS!

@nenicandela 7 лет назад

Hello I'm a new follower and I'm also new a photography. You guys are great teachers and I can't wait to read your book. I'm into portraits but don't have room to build a studio. Which one would you recommend most to start with to photograph kids and family portraits? I have a canon 60D

@krishantha 7 лет назад

It is not the camera what is matters. focus on good lens which has fast aperture and sharpness. and little play with settings. you will realize your self how it should go :)

@AidanGunn 7 лет назад

0.35 his voice ! hahahah !

@anityyu 6 лет назад

HAHAH ok that was too funny tbh

@aussie8114 5 лет назад

Late onset puberty 😂

@joniraso 9 лет назад

Me encantan tus videos, muy bien explicado todo!!!

@MissHitAllTheTime 7 лет назад

could u recommend some third party speed light? have u used neewer or flashpoint? what could u tell me ? i want a budget saving speed light that has built in diffuser and speed sync and other options....which features are must have when purchasing a speed light??

@SVELFARO 10 лет назад

Thanks for the look at your light modifiers

@g1underground 10 лет назад

This has been a great help, trying to decide on which softbox to choose and ran into your video. The side by side has been major1 Subscribing to your channel. Thanks.

@aw8897 6 лет назад

Use the large flash box with the bracket!

@timduke6310 9 лет назад

Nice work tony .... good usable info....

@Bsamarripa 10 лет назад

I was hoping you would show Gary Fong Collapsible Speed Mount Light Sphere. Have you tried this product?

@johnmichaelleslie4835 10 лет назад

I bought one of these as it was the easiest thing (after a Sto-fen) to throw in my bag without taking up too much space. I'm not sure the light's that great and I don't use it much (plus the cost was silly), however it does have the size thing going for it...

@jedteng2650 6 лет назад

Its almost year 2018,I feel like they should be able to invent a small flash that just fires soft light...

@DanielaTaylorRealEstate 6 лет назад

But then why would you spend your money on more flashes, diffusers and other accessories?

@juliusw6007 5 лет назад

It's almost 2019 an people still don't understand the fundamentals of light an its physics.

@thethirdman225 5 лет назад

Julius W Right. Light quality is dependent on the size of the diffuser and its proximity to the subject. At that range, these are all small light sources. The bigger the better. With portraiture I would probably never shoot with anything smaller than an 80 x 80 cm soft box. I prefer 120. But there are situations, like weddings (which I don’t shoot BTW), where off camera flash and big modifiers are simply too slow and cumbersome.

@Triplebuc50 4 года назад

Interested in Portrait photography, What are the best Nikon Lens for Portraits

@darshanafernando1394 4 года назад

Great video and...lovely smile

@zandermagic 10 лет назад

Thank you Tony!

@lior2538 4 года назад

Great video guys!

@paquitoperez2116 5 лет назад

Wonderful model btw!

@YouGleIt 7 лет назад

great video guys. Tony, may I ask you about the bracket and flash bender? my question is... if you use the large bender with a diffusion panel, or I guess even without- is that height enough to not need a bracket? i am wondering if raising it even higher, making it a huge setup like you mentioned, is going to make a huge difference. I am planing on using the diffuses panel for an even softer light. My second question is about flash exposure when using a light modifier that has diffusion; does that change how well the TTL or even a light meter can be used because of the diffusion? I'm guessing i would be under exposed unless i use exposure compensation? Thank you for your opinion!