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Nissin MF18 ring flash announced

A new ring flash from Nissin has just been announced. It’s the MF18 Macro Flash for Nikon and Canon users. This new addition to Nissin’s acclaimed range of flash equipment allows photographers to achieve an even spread of light from their macro work which means an end to overexposed images and removes the problem of […]

Ray Flash Adapter Review

There’s a review of the Ray Flash on ePHOTOzine here: Ray Flash Adapter Review In the review Peter Bargh says it’s "solidly built and much better than the lower priced Chinese copies that have emerged" and goes on to summaries by saying "The Ray flash Adaptor offers a low cost alternative to a studio unit […]

Instruction manual for Elicar TTL Auto Ring Flash

Are you looking for an instruction manual for an Elicar TTL AF Auto Ringflash? If so you’ve come to the right place. To download right click on the link below and save to your computer.  Elicar TTL AUTO Ringflash instruction manual

Sunpak GX8R ring flash review

The Sunpak GX8R is a compact ring flash head with a separate battery pack. This design makes the actual flash part much lighter in weight so there’s no strain on the lens. It’s an important thing to consider on modern autofocus cameras lenses where the construction may be a bit flimsy to be supporting a […]

Marumi DRF14 Ringflash

Photo Answers magazine has given the Marumi DRF14 Ringflash a 5 star rating when it reviewed it on line here: Marumi DRF14 Ringflash    

Centon MR20 Ringflash review

The Centon MR20 Ringflash was a brand sold by Jessops in the 90s that was the same as the Vivitar 5000 and  various other brand names from the likes of Cobra and Starblitz . It’s a fairly low power, basic unit but the price makes it an affordable entry into the world of ring flash […]

Homemade Underwater ringflash

We stumbled upon Alexander Mustard’s website where instead of buying a purpose made underwater ringflash he decided to make one. As he states it’s "Not a fully functioning ring-flash, but a ring reflector box powered by my existing strobes. It is not an original idea, I have seen it done on land, and the designs […]

Sunpak Auto 16R Pro Ringflash

The Sunpak Auto 16R pro is compatible with digital SLRs and 35mm SLR cameras There are four compact, white LED lights which can provide autofocus assistance or can be used as a modelling lamp for manual focusing. The flash has a wide range of uses, from extreme close-up shots, such as oral close-ups or medical-use […]

Marumi DRF14 C Ring Flash – Canon Fit

The Marumi Ring Flash is a compact flash with hot shoe mounted power pack. It’s ideal for photographers who require shadow free illumination and is designed for close-up, macro, medical, scientific and forensic photography. The flash is practical to use and ideal for both the professional and serious hobbyist user. This model is dedicated for […]

Marumi DRF14 N Ring Flash – Nikon Fit

The Marumi Ring Flash is a compact flash with hot shoe mounted power pack. It’s ideal for photographers who require shadow free illumination and is designed for close-up, macro, medical, scientific and forensic photography. The flash is practical to use and ideal for both the professional and serious hobbyist user. This model is dedicated for […]