David Guy Maynard Demonstrates the Ray Flash

[nikonrick]

This thing looks great. I'm a wedding shooter, and I'm wondering if it would replace the 32" Zumbrella shoot through that I currently use on my SB-900 and give equally soft lighting. How about the angle.....coming off the flash instead of off to the right or left as normal for a shoot through.

[ExpoImagingInc]

@nikonrick It will not produce the soft light that the umbrella does. A ring light by its very nature yields a more contrasted light, the “high fashion” look if you will.

So it shouldn’t replace the 32” umbrella, rather it could add another “look” to your wedding work. Many brides love that high fashion ring look for some of their bridal portraits. The angle is straight on, so it is less sculpting, and more contrasted as one would expect.

David.

[ExpoImagingInc]

@nikonrick Also...

If you are looking to replace the umbrella with a more portable, packable and attractive “soft” look, you may wish to consider the large Rogue Flashbender.

Easy set up, beautiful softened light, you can shape it for different looks, and it packs flat. One of my favorites.

David.

[sumitino]

Are these not recommended for outdoor use?

[ExpoImagingInc]

@sumitino The Ray Flash can certainly be used outdoors.  A lot of photographers really like using it as a soft fill light and ring lights are very popular in macro photography. If you visit our Ray Flash Gallery on our website you will see several images in the Macro and Portrait Galleries that were shot outdoors. Let me know if you have any other questions. - Lizzy

[krolltan]

Hi. I have a Nikon D3s, Nikon 70-200 VR II and Sb-900. My question is this: Will the lenght of my 70-200 lens affect the results of using the Ray Flash in any way?

[ExpoImagingInc]

@krolltan Thank you for your interest in the Ray Flash. The Ray Flash is ideally suited for use with most standard lenses ranging from short macro lenses, such as the 50mm macro, to longer portrait lenses, such as the 70-200.

The use of lens hoods on longer lenses (like the 70-200) is not recommended because the combined length of the lens and hood can extend too far beyond the face of the Ray Flash. The additional length can result in an uneven light pattern on the subject.

[drstew1]

The Ray Flash is truly a delight. But to show the close up( eye shot) as an example? when this is clearly been touched etc.I feel this might not of been notnecessary? How ever i've placed an order for this . And i thank the rest of this video for some very clear descriptive info! Thank you

[ExpoImagingInc]

@drstew1 Thank you for your comments and for purchasing the RF. Minimal post-processing was done on the images displayed in this video. Regarding the close up image of the models eye, D. Maynard had this to say:

"The close up image was shot at f2.8 so the DOF is very shallow causing the soft look and OOF areas at chin and hair. This is a natural look from the lens and aperture choices, not post editing. The only “Post” work was minor skin blemish removal and light sharpening (Standard)."

[shelfy]

I'm interested on more information about the very cute model :)

[sharagim1]

i love all your video aand i did orde for your dvd, i was wonedring do you have any lighting photography class training like that? thanks David

[oevt]

I just love it all. Great sound, very eye catching model and the edition make for a good sale for me...regards....O

BTW Just ordered a 8-16mm sigma for my canon and have my walk around 15-85mm would it work with both of those lenses??? I do have a 580 EX II

[oevt]

I just love it all. Great sound, very eye catching model and the edition make for a good sale for me...regards....O

BTW Just ordered a 8-16mm sigma for my canon and have my walk around 15-85mm would it work with both of those lenses???

[ExpoImagingInc]

@oevt Thank you for your interest. Generally, anything above 35mm will function fine with the Ray Flash, so that 8-16 lens will probably be sitting behind the ring and only the 35-85mm part of the 15-85mm lens will extend beyond the ring. However, some people actually use these shorter lenses in combination with the Ray Flash to create some astonishing effects. Do a search online for "Jarvie Window".

[marsvolta87]

Well I stumbled across this product online and wanted some good info on it... then I came across this video. What a gem!  Great job explaining the product and demonstrating its use! BRAVO!!

[NgJ69]

@ExpoImagingInc sorry i still have 1 question, is it ray flash can fit the camera and lenses perfectly if pocketwizard mini TT1 attached to the camera? Summary : canon 5DMKII, Speedlite 580EXII, 70-200mm f2.8 II and pocketwizard mini TT1, TQ

[NgJ69]

@ExpoImagingInc i have canon 5DMKII with Batt. grips, canon 70-200mm f2.8 II, and speedlight canon 580 EX II, can i use ray flash for it? tq

[ExpoImagingInc]

@NgJ69 Hi, and thank you for your interest. With your Canon 5DMKII and a 580EXII you will want to purchase Ray Flash model RAC170-2. Your battery grip shouldn't be a problem.

rac170-2

[NgJ69]

@ExpoImagingInc your reply very much appreciated, and im gonna buy ray flash RAC170-2 very soon, and i really love how mr maynard giving explanation, its easy to understand and the model very tempting heheh just kidding. Tq n take care

[LokoTripper]

Can you use this with a 70-200mm f/2.8 ??or will it not work ??

[ExpoImagingInc]

@LokoTripper Thanks for commenting. The most important factors determining your ability to use the Ray Flash depend on your make and model of camera because the Ray Flash has to fit the head of your flash and be long enough to reach around your lens. The inner ring diameter is 4.06" for every Ray Flash model. What camera and flash set up do you have?

[LokoTripper]

@ExpoImagingInc

I have a Nikon D300 & Nikon D90 , both of them with battery grips , and I have Sigma 24-70mm f/2.8 , Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 , Sigma 18-50mm f/2.8 , Nikon 50mm f/1.8 , Nikon 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6 , Nikon 85mm f/1.8

And my flash guns are : SB800 & SB600

[ExpoImagingInc]

@LokoTripper For both of your cameras and both of your flashes you will only require one Ray Flash: RAN160. Now, please keep in mind that the SB600 is a little smaller than the SB800, but the Ray Flash includes fitting wedges, which you will place between the top of the SB600 flash head and the locking mechanism on the Ray Flash. This will provide an optimum fit and will not sacrifice any of its effectiveness.

[Ph0rte]

jeez, that model is absolutely stunning

[tadasc]

what is the name of a model?