Bower Flash: I need a flash for an award ceremony and event (5 hours). Is this a good and reliable unit? How many shots will i get on a charge?
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I have used it on self portraits and only used it for an hour or two but I love it especially for the price!
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Pretty good. I don't use it for sports where I need quick follow up. I also have not tried quick follow up flash. I do notice when a camera is slower than reasonable between shots but I had no complaints. I actually bought this because my son has one which he really likes. He would definitely complain if it was slow between shots. He likes his and I have really liked mine. Just get an extra battery or two. Amazon for under $10. Hope that helps
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I do not have an absolute time, it depends upon how much juice you are using for flash, etc, I do know you could probably get through a shoot of 100 to 150 shots over several days before you get a notice concerning battery.
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Yup, 4 AAs just like the previous models. You can use your preferred type of battery of course , but that's the size. Side note/update that I may post later: You are paying big bucks for only a little bit more power and recycle time and built in radio transmitter. If you really know how to make the most of your flash, you can get the same results using much cheaper flashes. Worthwhile reference: Scott Robert Lim courses. Sorry, prob more info than you asked for!
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Being a Speedlite it will fire on "external flash" mode if set to Auto Exposure. However, as small and convenient the 90EX would not be much of an improvement compared with the built-in flash. Therefore I'd suggest to get at least the Speedlite 270EXII or if more flash light range (with swivel) is needed, then get the 430EXII. Both of these have much faster "cycle" times than the 90EX. Obviously, their price is their main drawback.
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It really varies depending on the use and also if the flash is being used. I would say it lasted me around 3 hours with flash usage. Recharging the battery is that quick and easy anyway.
642390
I recently shot a wedding and took over 1100 pics about 500 were with the EN-EL14. I also used the Flash for almost all of my shots. I've had really good results with it. Just a side note-I use the eye piece not the sreen view to shoot! I'm sure neither this battery or the Nikon battery would last as long using the LCD Monitor! Hope this helps you.
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It is the 2. Great flash, but rapid firing leads to over heating and the flash not firing. Really not as bad as it sounds, and worth not being 500 dollars. It is in my opinion it is a very small compromise to make. And by rapid I mean 7-8 consecutive shots at 3/4 power. Hope that helps.
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I wouldn't recommend it, I had nothing but trouble with the HVLF60M flash. It overheated constantly for no apparent reason. I would go with one of Sony's less expensive units, or buy a third-party flash.
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I found the battery lasted all day - taking around 200-250 shots, with perhaps a dozen or so also with flash. I would assume it would last a bit less with more flash use, but I was fine with how long it lasted. I plan on getting another battery just for backup, but for most folks, one battery should be fine.
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Will it fire? Yes. Will it work in full TTL Auto Mode? I don't think so. I use these in slaved multiple flash situations and they function beautifully for that purpose. There is also a newer version of this flash but the previous version is also being sold I think. If you do buy, make sure you get the newer version. Would advise getting advice from someone who can address a solution your needs and knowledge level before you buy. Good luck!
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Hi Mike, I am still learning how it works. To be honest I am not very happy with them. I have the radiopopper radios and they work more accurate than the Pixel King radios, and it is what I use on my events. The other issue is the pop flash cannot be used when the transmitter is on the camera, so you would need another extra flash on your camera. I bought the Nikon SB400, but the ittl is not transmitted as I want, (maybe I am not using it properly, but in program mode it should be no problem). Anyway, I am happy you asked, I let you my email if you need more information. Best regards Rafael Izquierdo Professional Photographer Mexico / izquierdo.photo@gmail.com
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Hey, I think you would be trying to exceed the limits of your flash, maybe the smaller softlighter would be good for portraits with the flash you have. Or double up on flashes, I use 3-4 yongnuo flashes with this item. Depending on what camera you have you may need something to trigger the flash, you can search for flash triggers, you need receivers and transmitters, the cheap ones work fine if you don't need e/ttl, or you can use a TTL cord. Hope this helps
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I think you need at least 2 lights and 3 would be better. A fill light for the front, Back light behind the subjects and a light to highlight. One light may work in conjunction with a flash but I haven't tried that. Whatever you use, test it in light like you will encounter at the shoot.
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I have had mine for about year and it has been very reliable. I don't use it every day but fairly often. Flashes are consistent and the built in slave is very sensitive.
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I have one of this.i use it in my Nikon D5100.its good.but its take 30 sec to re-flash.its not good .
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The battery is a Lithium Ion Battery, and I actually think the lifetime is pretty anemic (is only 900mAh if I remember correctly). Still it's good for several hundred shots (fewer if you use a lot of flash), but if you are on a long vacation, that is not enough. I'd recommend getting a backup battery, preferably one with a higher capacity (e.g. 1100 mAh). Also, when it gives the "battery warning" you probably have less than 10-20 shots left before the battery dies.