Fishful Thinking Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 I was wondering what I need to purchase in order to do overhead flash photography with my Canon Rebel XSi. Any product recommendations are welcome and any tips with using overhead flash would also be appreciated. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JORG Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 I was wondering the exact same thing recently Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thegrandpoohbah Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 I'm assuming you have an off camera flash unit like one of the Canon Speedlites? The easiest way I know of would be to purchase an off camera shoe cord: http://www.thecamerastore.com/products/cat...amera-shoe-cord. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishful Thinking Posted April 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 Thanks for the help. Even just knowing the terminology helps in the search for information. For those of you using this type of product, is two feet of cord enough length for shooting from the bottom of a tank towards the top? Do you find the cord gets in the way? The reason why I am asking is that I saw some wireless units and am wondering if they are worth the extra money for mainly aquatic photography. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thegrandpoohbah Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 Wireless is always good, if you don't mind spending the extra money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patrick Posted April 2, 2009 Report Share Posted April 2, 2009 Thanks for the help. Even just knowing the terminology helps in the search for information. For those of you using this type of product, is two feet of cord enough length for shooting from the bottom of a tank towards the top? Do you find the cord gets in the way? The reason why I am asking is that I saw some wireless units and am wondering if they are worth the extra money for mainly aquatic photography. The Canon 430EX is a great choice of flash if you shoot alot of pictures with the on-camera flash. Much better results than the built in flash. But, you can also get a cheap flash and still get great pictures. Then you will need a hot shoe adapter for both the camera and the flash, and also an extension cord (go with a 10' or 15' cord you will appreciate the extra length). Check with McBain the main store. The sattelite stores may not have it all in stock. You don't need the expensive Canon cords unless you absolutely need the ability to use the E-TTL functions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvision Posted April 3, 2009 Report Share Posted April 3, 2009 The last time Molino was over at my place, I believe he had a wireless flash that looked really handy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patrick Posted April 3, 2009 Report Share Posted April 3, 2009 The last time Molino was over at my place, I believe he had a wireless flash that looked really handy. Canons transmitter along with a flash with built in receiver is great, but a bit expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fishful Thinking Posted April 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2009 Thanks for all of the help, everyone. I am leaning towards the 430 EX flash and going for the cords. I just have to decide if I need the E-TTL functions or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RTG_Gerry Posted April 4, 2009 Report Share Posted April 4, 2009 Unless you're shooting anything other than aquatic with the flash, don't worry about the ttl function in a cord. You will more than likely be using manual settings with your flash. I know I do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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