Wondering if anybody tried this on camera or handheld? Is it manageable? I can't also figure out if I need the $99 OCF ring to use with the OCF softbox (OCF + OCF)? Thanks!
JonB8305 said:Using on camera on handheld is going to depend on what camera body + lens combo you use due to weight concerns.
You do need the OCF speed ring to use OCF soft boxes.
Alex_M said:I use similar setup for events run and gun gigs.
80cm Octa is very uncomfortable on top of the promediagear boomerang. way too bulky and literary sits on top of your lens...
I obtained 40x40cm Godox softbox and Godox S-type Bowens bracket with grip handle that sits on top of the boomerang.
I use Godox AD360C II as a light source. I tried 60x60cm softbox but you can see it as you framing for the shot with wide lenses when shooting in landscape.
i found that 40x40cm softbox is still managable even when shooting busy venues. mind you: be prepared for funny looks as you move around the dance floor or reception
Jopa said:JonB8305 said:Using on camera on handheld is going to depend on what camera body + lens combo you use due to weight concerns.
You do need the OCF speed ring to use OCF soft boxes.
Thank you Jon! Does it mean for the regular (large) Profoto mount soft boxes I won't need anything special to be mounted on a B2?
I'm thinking about getting a ProMediaGear bracket for on-camera, and a pistol grip / small OCF softbox for handheld usage. I'm not much concerned about weight, but about chunkiness & wires. Hope I won't look too crazy with all this stuff on me
[Edit] this is just crazy: http://www.promediagear.com/BBX-Double-Boomerang-Bracket-System_p_224.html
BigAntTVProductions said:HOW MUCH DOES ALL THIS COST ALL THE TOGETHER
Alex_M said:call me cheap
1. Godox AD360c-II (360 W/S !) + Godox PB960 battery pack combo: A$600.00
2. Godox X1T-C wireless trigger (HSS, E-TTL II) - A$50.00
3. Promediagear Boomerang - A$250.00
4. Godox pistol grip S-Type bracket + 40x40cm softbox (square) combo- A$45.00
total: A$945.00 - thats about US$700 ??
the great thing about the Godox pistol grip bracket is that it can be removed in about 10 seconds from the Boomerang flash bracket with softbox and flash unit along and handed over to anyone who is happy to hold the light while you are shooting or even be attached to boom pole. lots of options there for an event shooter.
BigAntTVProductions said:HOW MUCH DOES ALL THIS COST ALL THE TOGETHER