Bought two YN568 EX

I wanted to start learning to control flash and specifically off-camera flash so I just pulled the trigger on a couples books on amazon and bought two YN568EX flashes off of ebay.
I believe without mastering the use of mutliple flashes then part of the whole advantage of DSLR still has over mirrorless options is wasted on me. It also gives me something to do in the winter when its too cold to go outside for very long!

A good flash or three is a good idea in my book! :!

Nice! Post how you like them. I've shared my thoughts on the 568 a couple of times already.

cadomniel said:

I wanted to start learning to control flash and specifically off-camera flash so I just pulled the trigger on a couples books on amazon and bought two YN568EX flashes off of ebay.
I believe without mastering the use of mutliple flashes then part of the whole advantage of DSLR still has over mirrorless options is wasted on me. It also gives me something to do in the winter when its too cold to go outside for very long!

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It's a good thing to learn but can you explain why a DSLR is better than mirrorless in this context?


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cadomniel said:

I wanted to start learning to control flash and specifically off-camera flash so I just pulled the trigger on a couples books on amazon and bought two YN568EX flashes off of ebay.
I believe without mastering the use of mutliple flashes then part of the whole advantage of DSLR still has over mirrorless options is wasted on me. It also gives me something to do in the winter when its too cold to go outside for very long!

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many hobbyists/amateurs/enthusiasts are scared to learn flash. it can get technical. the "im a natural light shooter" is just an excuse not to learn flash. photography is about light. if you dont learn flash and how to control it, youre learning part of photography.

I believe to be a great photographer, you need to know flash. not only have an image in mind but knowing how to use flash to acheive the exact look u wanted. flash doesnt mean not natural. learning how to blend ambient light with flash is a true art form. after time, your eyes become so fast to actually see how the flash is falling/hitting the subject.

bravo for taking this important step. understanding lighting ratio and controlling the quality of the light is also important. next step is light stands and some diffusion equipment for studio work.
just a recommendation but a great softbox I own and used a few times. its fast and diffuses light very nicely. no need to spend a lot for a softbox today.

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you just need a mount. they are plastic but even after my setup has fallen over numerous times (with 42" photoflex umbrellas attached) they have never broke.

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I, like Geoffc, dont understand your mirrorless/dslr comment. please explain?

When I was debating on getting the DF or the Fuji x-t1 one of the considerations was the flash systems.
I had a Fuji XE-1 and flash for awhile but the OEM Fuji flash has nothing on my Speedlight SB-700. I don't know about other systems like olympus or Sony but Nikon system seems the most advanced.

I don't think the Fuji system has anything like the SU-800 commander or the flashes can controller other flashes in commander mode?

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It's a good thing to learn but can you explain why a DSLR is better than mirrorless in this context?


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cadomniel said:

When I was debating on getting the DF or the Fuji x-t1 one of the considerations was the flash systems.
I had a Fuji XE-1 and flash for awhile but the OEM Fuji flash has nothing on my Speedlight SB-700. I don't know about other systems like olympus or Sony but Nikon system seems the most advanced.

I don't think the Fuji system has anything like the SU-800 commander or the flashes can controller other flashes in commander mode?

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If you're bringing CLS into the mix I would agree that Nikon has more advanced flash than Fuji, as opposed to mirrorless as a technology. I have a Fuji X100t which I can use in manual mode with my Nikon SB900s and Pocket wizard triggers. In that config power is controlled wirelessly with my light meter rather than the camera so it's the same as using my DSLR. That said I think your point is correct for most applications.


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I have 2 YN568 Flashes myself, and they perform wonderfully, even though the iTTL is not always 100% accurate IMO. However, it is close enough, and certainly good enough to the point where very minor post processing can correct any exposure issues. FWIW, I get perfect and near perfect iTTL exposure on both my D700 and D7100.

I wish YN would release the 568EXII so we can use it as a master for the 568EX!