Has anyone used this softbox on a VIVTAR 285hv? the flash has larger dimensions because of the Zoom head.
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I haven't, but there's a good amount of room in the opening for most flash units. Opening secures with an attached elastic and Velcro strap.
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It doesn't fit well; you'll have light leak and it will slip downward. You can make it work with some creative use of gaffer's tape and a little cardboard--if you don't mind spending a few extra minutes moding your set-up. It is a versatile little softbox, though, and sits in my bag just in case the unexpected opportunity comes up.
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I'm not sure on the size difference between the two but I have used mine on a Canon 580ex II and it fits perfectly. No problems at all.
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Sorry, I did not like this so I returned it. Don't know if a larger softbox will work.
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Yes there is a velcro to attach the softbox to the flash. The problem is if it would fit snugly. I'm using a generic flash and the softbox sometimes falls off. So what I did, I just used a ordinary rubber band so it will hold the softbox tightly around the flash. Hope this helps!
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You may need an adapter to securely hold the 4 socket. i am using this one with it "Studiohut L-Bracket Speedlight Flash Mount with adjustable cold shoe for Bowen Style Softboxes", which will give it extra support. I fear that if I screw the softbox directly on the 4 socket, it may not be enough support. Good luck.
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I dont believe it is sufficent to replace larger soft box. This is a cheap alternative to using your flash up close and reducing the hard light from the flash. In the longrun if using lighting equipment etc the large softbox is more beneficial.
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Yes it's very flexible, I have a 430exii and it works flawlessly I'm sure it would work with any flash
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I have seen similar flash units with the GODOX brand on them that come with a softbox attachment.. while these flashes are good for the money the mountings to the stand are not that tough so they need to be mounted with care and not overloaded.. the 250w head seem a lot more substantial and can also be found with softboxes if you search
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Typically I use it with Paul buff but I have used it with the Yongnuo setup and it triggered and fit just fine. It's not a huge box , but I highly recommend this box when I teach lighting classes. The photos in this blog post were shot using this softbox with the triggers and Yongnuo flahses. http://magnolia-studios.blogspot.com/2013/11/ashleys-bridal-session.html
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What I have is the Soft Box Flash Diffuser and it works great. I purchaced the : Opteka Universal Soft : I am very happy with that. I don't know if that can help you at all. KerryAnn
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I have used it with the NEEWER® CN-160 160PCS LED Dimmable Ultra High Power Panel Digital Camera / Camcorder Video Light and the Canon Speedlite 430EX II Flash with no problems. With the video light I extended it to its max height and it was very stable. It is a very bright light, best used indirectly off the ceiling.
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I've never had a problem with my flash before they enlarged the cutout. If they have made the cutout larger, it must have corrected some issue someone thought they were experiencing. I guess that means 'yes'. :-)
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I know what you mean. After using the softbox, there seems to be no problems with the bracket getting in the way of the light. When you fire that flash, The light is bouncing and spreading every where. I just used it to photograph about 80 individual children at a fall fest. Everything went great.
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I am using the safe sync adaptor with a Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Vivitar 285 flash that has been repaired using a metal replacement foot. Since the Vivitar flash is a big, heavy unit, the safe sync adaptor seems a bit weak with the flash directly attached. So I am using a flash bracket and a PC cable between the PC connection on the sync adaptor and the PC connection on the Vivitar foot. It triggers the flash well and provides much more light than the flash in the camera. So far I am pleased with the sync adaptor.
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Since this soft box is made for speedlights and studio flash, I wouldn't recommend using a high wattage tungsten. Softboxes made for flash probably aren't made from the heat resistant fabric used in softboxes made specifically for tungsten lights...
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My experience is like Deloye's. I used it with a Canon T1i and a 30-year-old Vivitar 283 flash. The camera and flash don't talk to each other except for the "fire-the-flash" signal, so it's up to you to choose the appropriate settings on the camera and flash separately.
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Can't give specific response about this camera. Can only offer my own reaction vs. built-in flash on RX-100-2...camera flash worked better than HVLF20M, so returned the external unit. Of course, your experience may vary...
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The opening for this softbox is 3.5 inches by 3.5 inches, maximum. You'll have to measure your speed light to find out the answer. This product fits nicely over a Canon 580EX II flash, and there is an elastic Velcro band to tighten the opening.