Below is just one of many videos on YouTube about the Profoto B2. Is the system right for you? Watch the video and read what I've written below the video. The #1 issue with the Profoto B2 for most photographers will likely be the cost. A one head system is around $2,000 and a two…
Read morePhotography Gear Week Day 2 of 4: DIY Photo Tip – Using Carabiners With A Profoto B2 250 Air TTL Power Pack And Manfrotto 5001B 74 Inch Stand
UNEDITED Image Shot By John At North Raleigh Studio I visited my local Harbor Freight Tools store to find the large carabiner pictured on the left. It was only $5.99, but the carabiner serves a very useful purpose as you can see. Do-It-Yourself Photo Tips I'm not a huge fan of a lot of DIY…
Read moreProfoto – YouTube: What’s the Difference Between Ambient Light and On-Camera Flash?
Even if you don't shoot with Profoto gear, you can still get some nice tips from watching their short videos. This one is another great video from the Profoto Videos on YouTube that is less than 3 minutes. The short summary is underexpose the daylight to no blow out the sky and use a strobe/speedlite…
Read moreReview Of Profoto B2 Kit With TTL On Or Off Camera – OCF System
Image From Profoto.com Of Profoto B2 - Two Head Kit I own the Profoto B2 OCF System, so this post is coming from real world use for several weeks now and not just a one time rental or speculation based on what others are saying about the Profoto B2 Kit. It's interesting to read some…
Read morePhotography Lighting Techniques For Free: Profoto On YouTube – Grids
This video is only 1 minute 45 seconds long. Read some things that I have to say below the video. I get it. Not everyone reading this post and watches the video above can afford Profoto gear, so let's get beyond that right from the start. So many people commenting on Profoto videos talk about…
Read moreProfoto B2 Kit Lighting Setup With Canon 5D Mark III And 24-105mm Lens Set At F/4
I love my Profoto B2 Kit. However, it may not be in the budget for many reading this post. That's why I'll start by saying that you can still do this lighting setup with two speedlites or two inexpensive studio strobes. So don't think you have to buy the B2 kit today. The B2 kit is…
Read moreProfoto Off-Camera Flash System: The Profoto B2 Is Extremely Portable
Profoto is a premium quality photography lighting company. Although I consider their pricing to be a little draw dropping, I do believe that you get what you pay for and that quality doesn't come cheap. I also believe that any part-time or full-time photographer, new or established, should do the best they can with the gear…
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