night club photos (NWS) (2)

Rukes wrote in post #10813141

can't go wrong with donald glaude!

canongrip wrote in post #10815006
I have the same issue.
this article talks about an ST-E2 to send a focus beam, and Pocket wizards connected to PC-sync.
BUT is to expensive to me.. (for now)

Since PocketWizard are to expensive, and I only have Cactus V4 (only manual) with 430EX II, I'll probably buy an ST-E2, and hack my flash unit to connect it to PC-sync (want TTL).

Do not get the ST-E2 unless you REALLY REALLY need it. The batteries it uses are very hard to come by and pretty expensive. Not to mention it's much slower to get a TTL reading compared to some newer Speedlite flashes. So if you need a good focus beam, it might be better, faster and cheaper in the long run to buy a more recent Speedlite and just turn off the flash.

I have the ST-E2 and it focuses alot quicker than my 580exII....i believe something is wrong with the focus beam on my flash but the ST-E2 is great. one big disappoinment in the 7d is that you cant disable the pop flash 100% and use an external flash wireless. Canon on-board "flash pulses" when trying to focus is highly annoying in the club.

canongrip wrote in post #10815006
Since PocketWizard are to expensive, and I only have Cactus V4 (only manual) with 430EX II, I'll probably buy an ST-E2, and hack my flash unit to connect it to PC-sync (want TTL).

Yeah, I'm using Cactus triggers as well. I'm using a YN460 flash, which I'm thinking of pairing with a 430ex II on camera to alleviate the focus issues. I plan on optically triggering the YN460.

I don't think it will be a problem using the 430 as an optical trigger. I've done some tests with the club-style strobe lights I have at home, they don't set off the flash.

RagingBull wrote in post #10818327
I have the ST-E2 and it focuses alot quicker than my 580exII....i believe something is wrong with the focus beam on my flash but the ST-E2 is great.

It's the TTL that is slow, not the flash beam. It takes a second or two longer for the ST-E2 to "guess" the right settings, compared to a 580EX II.

Besides, ST-E2 has no bearing at all on the speed of focus, that's all camera based.

Have any of you guys heard of La Castle Vania?

What's going on everyone? This is my first post, I have been reading a lot of posts on this site and have picked up a lot of tips! I hope i picked the right place to post?! I am looking to buy my first camera so i would love to hear your input! I have a $1,000 budget and i will be shooting mainly in nightclubs. I am looking to get a crisp, clean dynamic pic! Shout out to Rukes, Default this and Shea.Flynn your photos are off the charts!! So what would you suggest on this budget? Thank you in advance!

513Pics wrote in post #10820371
What's going on everyone? This is my first post, I have been reading a lot of posts on this site and have picked up a lot of tips! I hope i picked the right place to post?! I am looking to buy my first camera so i would love to hear your input! I have a $1,000 budget and i will be shooting mainly in nightclubs. I am looking to get a crisp, clean dynamic pic! Shout out to Rukes, Default this and Shea.Flynn your photos are off the charts!! So what would you suggest on this budget? Thank you in advance!

I started with a Canon XTi, 18-55mm, and 430 EXII. It's the guy behind camera that produces nice shots, not camera. =)

my progress pictures

taken over a year ago

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Thank you Havik!

Man, I wish I was into photography when I lived in Cali!

513Pics wrote in post #10820371
What's going on everyone? This is my first post, I have been reading a lot of posts on this site and have picked up a lot of tips! I hope i picked the right place to post?! I am looking to buy my first camera so i would love to hear your input! I have a $1,000 budget and i will be shooting mainly in nightclubs. I am looking to get a crisp, clean dynamic pic! Shout out to Rukes, Default this and Shea.Flynn your photos are off the charts!! So what would you suggest on this budget? Thank you in advance!

Im gonna have to agree with Havik on that one.... I see tons of photographers, especially in So. Cal nowadays that have awesome equipment and somehow they're producing lower and average quality. Not to assume in some amazing photographer, but i have a lot of people ask me "HOW" do i get the stuff i get using just a basic nikon d40. (i dont like to roam with a heavy camera, wrist hurts lol)

I use nikon currently, but i had the PLEASURE of using the new Canon EOS Rebel xti and i have to say it is an amazing little camera for the price. I used just the on board flash and some of the pics were better than me and my more expensive and elaborate rig i was using that night.
Highly recommend this camera personally, if thats your budge. Camera, off board flash (cant really suggest one haven't had the pleasure of using a canon camera off board yet)

As well.... Dont just buy the camera JUST for nightlife stuff. If you have the extra money then great, its a cool hobby that can bring in some extra income as well as ensure you and your friends have a lot of fun nights out. But if your stepping into it to make money and use it as a sort of main source income its really hard nowadays. I've been shooting rigorously for the past year making my face known, and i barley have a resident
wed./fri./sat./ and here and there thursday.
The economy is in the ****ter, and everyone is trying to find ways to make more money while spending less. I think rukes said it a few dozens or so posts back....If he (whom im personally looking towards one of the highest paid photographers on this forum as well as biggest rep.), didnt have the deadmau5 gigs this past years, his pocket book would have been a lot lighter. Even turbo had to somewhat stop shooting in VEGAS cause they just got cheaper.

Im blabbering on, my point is...make sure you can round your photography gear to do OTHER types of photography as well as nightlife. Weddings and special events are always a for sure.

chris ho wrote in post #10820722

oh **** just noticed you were shooting at WET in San Jose
haha
You know the guys from LICK VIP? kenny and playboy by any chance?

does no one else get bored of just taking photos of one/two people standing, posing for the cam all night?

dunno if this will be allowed, but im posting it as its just lots of photos in a row :P

sven vath at my local club shine (belfast) in april
http://www.youtube.com​/watch?v=k4WniC1DI8A

Rukes wrote in post #10818105
Do not get the ST-E2 unless you REALLY REALLY need it. The batteries it uses are very hard to come by and pretty expensive. Not to mention it's much slower to get a TTL reading compared to some newer Speedlite flashes. So if you need a good focus beam, it might be better, faster and cheaper in the long run to buy a more recent Speedlite and just turn off the flash.

Thanks.
I'll probably buy an 580EX II...

rizzo123 wrote in post #10821731
does no one else get bored of just taking photos of one/two people standing, posing for the cam all night?

dunno if this will be allowed, but im posting it as its just lots of photos in a row :P

sven vath at my local club shine (belfast) in april
http://www.youtube.com​/watch?v=k4WniC1DI8A

I loved the concept.
What kind of lighting you have/use?