Tag: filter thread
Vivitar MacroFlash 5000
The Vivitar Macroflash 5000 was a popular option in the 80s and the specific unit was badged by Vivitar and was also available in various brand names from the likes of Cobra, Starblitz and Centon. It’s a fairly low power basic unit but the price makes it an affordable entry into the world of ring […]
Posted: October 19th, 2008 under Products.
Tags: cobra, filter thread, flash photography, flash sync, manual switch, ring flash, ringflash, starblitz, sync cable, test button, thread size, vivitar
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What types of ringflash are there?
The conventional portable ringflash is a single tube flash with an even output. The flash usually has one or two auto settings and a guide number of around 12 (ISO100/m). The portable ringflash attaches to the camera lens’ filter thread. The batteries are housed in the flash at the base of the unit. The next […]
Posted: October 17th, 2008 under Guides.
Tags: battery pack, camera lens, fareast, filter thread, flash tube, illumination, lens filter, lightweight lenses, mechanisms, quality flash, ratios, ringflash, style name
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