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Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?

Started Nov 2, 2015 | Questions
Charles Laigo
Charles Laigo Contributing Member • Posts: 608
Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?

Just wondering if anyone is using a flash diffuser (DIY or otherwise) for their flash.

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otto k Senior Member • Posts: 2,252
Re: Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?

There is no point in using small diffusers on flashes, if you want to get soft shadows you need a diffuser (softbox, umbrella, whatever) that is at most 3-4 times smaller than distance to subject. So for diffuser that's 4 inches across (small softbox) you would need to be a foot away.

Might I suggest a different approach? Use either a TTL flash extension cord for NX or a small DIY reflector (I can make a drawing for it if you are interested) for your sef8a flash and bounce the light off the walls / ceiling?

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Charles Laigo
OP Charles Laigo Contributing Member • Posts: 608
Re: Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?

otto k wrote:

Might I suggest a different approach? Use either a TTL flash extension cord for NX or a small DIY reflector (I can make a drawing for it if you are interested) for your sef8a flash and bounce the light off the walls / ceiling?

Sounds pretty interesting! I'd love to see your DIY reflector. I have an old Sunpak 383 which I could use for bounce/diffuser shots but I was hoping for something small and pocketable. Your DIY reflector may be just the thing I need. TIA.

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panoc Forum Member • Posts: 74
Re: Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?
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Until i bought my metz 44 flash for my NX300 i use 2 DIY reflectors for the sef8 flash.

Here is what i used.

its made from super glossy photo paper. Angle 45 degrees. It folds and become a card with dimensions about 12X10 cm.

and

it is from a old film box.

here is a simple drawing i hope you understand it.

keep in mind that you probably have to increase the flash strength a bit.

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vatazhka
vatazhka Regular Member • Posts: 355
Re: Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?
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Charles Laigo wrote:

Just wondering if anyone is using a flash diffuser (DIY or otherwise) for their flash.

See here.

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Anahtar New Member • Posts: 3
Re: Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?

Good ideas, thank you!

I am looking for a TTL flash, suitable for my NX300, but unfortunately cannot find one at Adorama, B&H, Amazon, Bestbuy....

Please, advise where I could find such a flash. I suppose yours is Metz 44 AF 1 Digital.

Thank you in advance!

markyboy81 Veteran Member • Posts: 4,778
Re: Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?

Anahtar wrote:

Good ideas, thank you!

I am looking for a TTL flash, suitable for my NX300, but unfortunately cannot find one at Adorama, B&H, Amazon, Bestbuy....

Please, advise where I could find such a flash. I suppose yours is Metz 44 AF 1 Digital.

Thank you in advance!

I recently picked up the metz 26af for around £70 from Amazon and it's fantastic! Comes with a built in macro diffuser and add-on telephoto diffuser.

I've been getting great results using it in bounce mode.

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Charles Laigo
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Re: Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?

Can't seem to find the Metz 26AF on Amazon. All I'm seeing is the Nikon compatible one. Is your unit a dedicated Samsung one?

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markyboy81 Veteran Member • Posts: 4,778
Re: Flash diffuser for NX3000 flash?

Charles Laigo wrote:

Can't seem to find the Metz 26AF on Amazon. All I'm seeing is the Nikon compatible one. Is your unit a dedicated Samsung one?

Yes it's a dedicated samsung flash;

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00NVMR1KG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478157015&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX280_SY350_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=metz+26+a+samsung&dpPl=1&dpID=41YmMW4a0hL&ref=plSrch

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