My Review of Expoimaging Rogue FlashBender Small Positionable Reflector

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Expoimaging Rogue FlashBender Small Positionable Reflector

Expoimaging Rogue FlashBender Small Positionable Reflector

Lightweight and Versatile

By Allen from Groton, CT on 3/12/2012

 

5out of 5

Pros: Durable, Easy to Use, Compact, Lightweight

Best Uses: Weddings/Events, Portraits

Describe Yourself: Semi-pro Photographer

Was this a gift?: No

Another great offering from Expoimaging. I use this one in conjunction with the large Flashbender to modify light from my speedlites for environmental portraits. It is very vesatile and exhibits great quality in construction.

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My Review of Nikon EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack for many Digital SLR Cameras, and MB-D200 Multi-power Battery Pack

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Nikon EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack for many Digital SLR Cameras, and MB-D200 Multi-power Battery Pack

Nikon EN-EL3e Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack for many Digital SLR Cameras, and MB-D200 Multi-power Battery Pack

Reliable

By Allen from Groton. CT on 3/12/2012

 

5out of 5

Pros: Easy to Install, Reliable, Solid Construction

Best Uses: Travel, Digital Photography

Describe Yourself: Semi-pro Photographer

Was this a gift?: No

I purchased two of these batteries a couple of years ago to supplement the battery in my DSLR. The batteries have never let me down. I shoot mostly in the tropics and the heat as well as humidity have not affected the battery performance. Nikon products cost more but what is the cost of a missed shot or shots because of product failure?

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My Review of Lexar 8 GB Professional 233x Compact Flash Memory Card

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Lexar 8 GB Professional 233x Compact Flash Memory Card

Lexar 8 GB Professional 233x Compact Flash Memory Card

Not the Latest, But Fit For Purpose

By Allen from Groton, CT on 3/12/2012

 

5out of 5

Pros: Reliable Performance, Writes/Reads fast, Great Value, Large Capacity

Best Uses: Portable images/multimedia

Describe Yourself: Semi Pro

Primary use: Personal

Was this a gift?: No

This is not the latest version of Lexar's flagship CF cards but for still photography I find them completely adequate for the job. The newer versions write quicker so there might be an advantage to those who take movies with their DSLR. For me there is no advantage with the higher speed.

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My Review of ExpoImaging Rogue Grid 3-in-1 Honeycomb Grid

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ExpoImaging Rogue Grid 3-in-1 Honeycomb Grid

ExpoImaging Rogue Grid 3-in-1 Honeycomb Grid

Well Made Speedlite Accessory

By Allen from Groton, CT on 3/12/2012

 

5out of 5

Pros: Durable, Versatile, Lightweight, Easy To Use

Best Uses: Fill Flash, Portraits

Describe Yourself: Semi-pro Photographer

Was this a gift?: No

A great device for modifying a speedlite to be a hair light or background light.

(legalese)

My Review of Expoimaging Rogue FlashBender Large Positionable Reflector

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Expoimaging Rogue FlashBender Large Positionable Reflector

Expoimaging Rogue FlashBender Large Positionable Reflector

Handy Speedlite Accessory

By allen from Groton, Ct on 3/12/2012

 

5out of 5

Pros: Lightweight, Durable, Easy To Use, Consistent Output, Versatile

Best Uses: Portraits, Photojournalism, Fill Flash

Describe Yourself: Semi-pro Photographer

Was this a gift?: No

I first used this during a on location lighting workshop and I was immediated sold on the value of this product. It provides consistant color temperature and softens the light from my speedlites very nicely.

(legalese)

My Review of Lexar 8GB Professional 400x CompactFlash Card, 2-Pack

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Lexar 8GB Professional 400x CompactFlash Card, 2-Pack

Lexar 8GB Professional 400x CompactFlash Card, 2-Pack

Reliable and Trustworthy

By Allen from Groton, Ct on 3/12/2012

 

5out of 5

Pros: Reliable, Value, Quality

Best Uses: Enhance Experience

Describe Yourself: Value Oriented

Primary use: Business

Over the years of extensive world travel and documenting the peoples as well as places that I have encountered, I have learned to completely trust Lexar CF cards. They are reliable and always meet all my expectations.

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My Review of Flashpoint Heavy Duty Pro 9' Air Cushioned Black Lightstand, 5/8" Top Stud with 1/4-20" Screw Thread

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Flashpoint Heavy Duty Pro 9' Air Cushioned Chrome Lightstand, 5/8" Top Stud with 1/4-20" Screw Thread

Flashpoint Heavy Duty Pro 9' Air Cushioned Black Lightstand, 5/8" Top Stud with 1/4-20" Screw Thread

Great Value

By Allen from Groton, CT on 3/12/2012

 

5out of 5

Pros: Durable, Easy To Use

Best Uses: Night Photography, Portraits, General Use, Fill Flash

Describe Yourself: Semi-pro Photographer

Was this a gift?: No

A sturdy and well made lightstand. I bought 2 for my speedlites but I ended up substituting them for the stands that came with my studio light kit. These were much more rugged and better fit for purpose. They support the lights as well as a 90 x 120 cm soft box without any problem.

(legalese)