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mmartinfan
27th of October 2004 (Wed), 17:28
Ok now that I have the 420EX what the hell do I do with it? :lol: :? :?
I guess I shoot in low light now
FlipsidE
27th of October 2004 (Wed), 18:04
Try some bouncing. You can create some pretty cool shadow effects with a bounced flash.

FlipsidE
Reminisce
27th of October 2004 (Wed), 19:28
LOL this post put a smile on my face. Almost as funny as my 20D thread. Do some tricks with it like Flip said:

pull your flash out of the hotshoe, carefully
grab it firmly in your right hand
lay down your camera
gently... throw your flash at the wall
watch it bounce

Repeat :)

Seriously, learn about bouncing your flash off of the ceiling and stuff to create and eliminate better lighting and shadow effects.
Adam Hicks
27th of October 2004 (Wed), 19:45
And learn to use it anytime you're shooting people or objects in bright sunlight. It'll soften or eliminate some shadows.

I turn mine to the side and bounce it off a silver / gold flex reflector and it gives some nice effects when shooting the kids. Simple setup and works well.

Adam

Otherwise go get the Lumiquest pocket bouncer kit with the 80/20 bouncer and inserts. It's about $35 and works excellent!