> -----Original Message----- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Albert Fekson > > > > I will be using it with my ZX-5N, I can't afford MZ-S yet. > Anyway, I want to > use bounce flash with the built-in catchlight card of the > FGZ. The manual > specifies that the flash head should be set to 90 degree > angle. I think that > this will only give a "sparkle in the eye effect", so I > will be setting the > head to 45 degrees with the catchlight panel.
Set it so it bounces off the ceiling at an angle that hits your subject. If you're 3 feet away, this would be closer to 90 than 45. I would also try a few shots varying the amount of card used. If you get too much bounce off the card, it reverts to looking like a boring full-frontal flash shot. > I will be > using Fuji NPH 400, > the party will be indoors, and 28-70 F4 since I don't think > the 50mm or > 100mm Macro will do. Can anyone offer tips and suggestions > for this setup? > Mainly: > > 1. Bounce flash angle. Depends on distance. > 2. Some people prefer NPH set to ISO 320 rather than 400, I > did not have a > chance to test this. NPH is a 400 speed film, you'll be fine. Portra 400 is more iffy. > 3. Using FA 50mm for portraits. > I'd stick with the zoom unless you're trying to get available light shots. tv - This message is from the Pentax-Discuss Mail List. To unsubscribe, go to http://www.pdml.net and follow the directions. Don't forget to visit the Pentax Users' Gallery at http://pug.komkon.org .
