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Originally Posted by JAG
I use a Nikon D80 and have a SB600 with sync cable. I have a couple of questions though regarding compatability etc..
1. The package contains one sync cable though. I'm not sure how this connects to the camera or how I trigger the flashes. Will I need any adaptors or extra cables?
2. Can I use my SB600 in conjunction with the 2 flash heads?
3. Would the kit do the job I intend it for?
4. Is there alternatives, preferably not more expensive?
Many thanks,
Ian
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You can trigger the lights via
a) The cable
b) Your flash gun (preferably bounced on lowest power away from shot) . The light triggers the studio lights.
c) £20 IR Trigger from EBay, that you place on hotshoe of camera , or this
http://www.karlu.com/product_info.php?products_id=4146
d) Cheap radio switch from EBAY (about £15)
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-16-Channel...3A1|240%3A1318
2) Preferably not,as you will have different colour temperatures vs studio lights.
3) Yes, although I would have at least 1 softbox. Reason being softbox gives you more control over direction of light. Umbrellas will spill light & bounce of ceilings walls etc, which can be a pain in a small room. Not a fan of paper rolls, as easily torn. Better getting someone to knock up a white sheet for you.
4) 150W is more than enough for the job. Something like the Elinchrom D-Lite2's may be better, but then your not getting the backdrop stand.