Do these lights have to be connected to a camera shoe or can they be just turned on as continuous lighting?
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they do not need to be connected to a camera shoe. They can be powered by battery so there are no cables to get in the way, however, these are very marginal quality and not particularly bright lights. i'd give them 2 stars
1859177
Yes they aren't attached to your camera. They are on at all times by switch. They plug into the wall.
1556897
I hear they are better for video than photography since they are constantly on. I use them for lighting while I paint myself.
1554481
This particular lighting kit is continuous light. It doesn't flash or 'strobe'. Its good to use as a model light but not for flash studio photography.
1414150
No, but I bought a ball adapter that attaches to the light then slides into the camera hot shoe. The light is very good but be careful, it has strobing issues with some video cams.
133539
It is continuous. It's a little fussy, though. In a pinch, it could be used for video but it wouldn't be my first choice. I'm a photographer and I love the ring light but I use it for one specific type of shot. It isn't my go-to light. I recently bought a Westcott Spiderlite continuous lighting kit. I'm reasonably happy with the lights. They are pretty high-key which is what I was looking for. They are not cheap but, unfortunately, good lighting isn't.
401855
These lights don't need to be attached to a transmitter or to the camera, because they are not strobes, but are constant on like a lamp (when the power is flipped to on).
2225634
The LightLink light is self contained (ie, the rechargeable battery is installed in the light and has a separate charger). The light fits on any standard camera shoe. I am not familiar with your camera, but if it has the basic flash shoe (power is NOT needed), then it should work fine. The light has its own switch and is independent of any camera shoe function.
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Well -- sort of. The power cord does connect directly to the lights, but I have found that it often makes them flicker depending on the power source connected to. I now use them only with the batteries. There are many inexpensive long lasting after-market Sony-style batteries which work with these lights so I now have plenty of batteries. UPDATE: The flickering is due to the power supply being too small to actually power the light. if you purcahse a bigger power supply, that should work. However, I find the the batteries last a long time, and when i use the bigger Sony style batteries I can get nearly all day out of them. Batteries like these: http://www.amazon.com/Sony-DCR-VX2000-Camcorder-Battery-Lithium-Ion/dp/B00301UMEK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1417207198&sr=8-1&keywords=sony+np
464690
Right. The lamps produce light that is constant. These lights are not triggered by the camera's flags or an IR device.
1482788
This is a continuous light. You would need one of the flash ones....there are some here on Amazon.
343029
These are soft indirect lighting. They are not synced with a flash or each other. Just on and off with a light switch on the back of the bulb area.
61293
Yes. On top of the camcorder there is a small lid; open it and you will find a hot shoe where you will be able to connect the external light.
619234
You will need to use a "Sync Cord" between the coldshoe/LED light and the camera. I found this product to be a little flimsy and would recommend the Alzo Transformer Dslr Rig, Handle And Extenders Kit- Multifunctional Camera Cage Bracket Incl. 3 Shoe Mounts, Height Extenders, Handle. by ALZO Digital
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The sensors are built in, and effectively 'on' when the light is plugged in. However, without an adequate amount of direct light, I've had the same issue as you where they just stay on (as a test you could shine a flashlight at them and confirm they turn off).
379285
When you stop moving they shut off. If you screw them on too tight, they will not light so just loosen a bit. There is no on/off switch needed.
1426431
Yes and no. I don't believe there is a hot shoe mount on that camera to put the light directly on it. However, it should have the screw hole in the bottom of the camera for you to mount it to the grip and then you can place the light atop of the grip. I've found this kit has many advantages and use it every time I shoot.