Unlocking the Power of Fill Flash: Action Photography Tips

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  • čas přidán 16. 06. 2024
  • Unleash the power of fill flash in outdoor photography! Watch as we demonstrate how to use fill flash to freeze the action and add a catch light to your subject's eyes. Learn the technical aspects, such as setting up high-speed sync and adjusting flash compensation. With practice, you'll master the timing and capture stunning photos in any lighting condition. Don't forget to subscribe for more photography insights!
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Komentáře • 47

  • @brucegraner5901
    @brucegraner5901 Před rokem +2

    Great video. Since retiring I haven't used much flash, concentrating on bird photography. However, in case you have Lumix users who use the FZ1000 Mk2 or its Leica twin, the Leica V-Lux 5, you should be able to flash synch at any synch speed between 1/60th and 1,2000th, if you trigger the light via a Pocket Wizard radio link. At least this was something I did all the time with my Leica V-Lux 114. These Lumix 1-inch sensor cameras are very underrated. You're an amazing resource of information for us Lumix shooters. Much thanks for all you do.

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Thank you Bruce! This is very useful information to have. I’m going to pin your comment.

  • @lumixographer2185
    @lumixographer2185 Před rokem +2

    What a marvelous teacher you are, Marlene! You keep it simple so we can get it right.👍

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Thanks Jason. That’s my goal. Simple and accessible.

  • @GeertKuster
    @GeertKuster Před rokem +1

    I’ve recently purchased an on-cam flash and it is shocking how little videos about the subject is! So thanks for this 🙏

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem +1

      I agree! That’s why I thought it was time to make a new one. Thanks for stopping by. 😊

  • @howardchud9097
    @howardchud9097 Před rokem +1

    The only video I have found on this subject. 👍👍

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Thanks Howard. Hope it was helpful. 🤞

  • @gordon3988
    @gordon3988 Před rokem

    Even when I don’t think it will apply to me I watch your videos, just so well done!

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Awe thank you so much Gordon. That makes my day. 🤗

  • @collincourtois8587
    @collincourtois8587 Před rokem

    Another fabulous tutorial. Thank you.

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      You are so welcome, Collin! Thank you for watching. Cheers.

  • @sutv6754
    @sutv6754 Před rokem

    Looking forward to watching this later Marlene. I have been struggling with flash for sometime now. Thanks.

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      I’ve avoided it for years myself!

  • @ksgtokgo
    @ksgtokgo Před rokem

    I love your videos, always so interesting and informative. I have never used a flash, and don't think I will - but I still found your presentation fascinating and so very well done. Thank you!

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem +1

      Thank you for taking the time to watch Kathy. I have to admit I don't use my flash very much. I still consider myself a student where that's concerned. I used to use manual studio strobes and had no problem but sometimes these speedlights can be a challenge. Cheers!

  • @briancarr89
    @briancarr89 Před rokem

    Hi Marlene: another mystery of photography solved! Many thanks.😀

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Great to hear this! I have to admit, it took some work on my part too. Cheers.

  • @Joeindy
    @Joeindy Před rokem

    Never been a flasher but now I am!

  • @MrFirstdance2000
    @MrFirstdance2000 Před rokem

    You are always so well informed and helpful...no wonder your name is mentioned more than any when it comes to those seeking how to use your camera in the facebook groups!

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem +2

      Awe, thank you Steve. Always great to see you pop into the comments. Hope all is well. I’ve been slowing down a bit with the videos as I’ve had some challenges the past months. I’m trying for a new video once a month, just to keep my skills and to keep connected to this wonderful community. Cheers 🤗

    • @MrFirstdance2000
      @MrFirstdance2000 Před rokem

      @@ImageMaven I plan to buy you a coffee for in the morning!! I, too, have had some severe consequences but, I'm up and at least can put a mile under my belt to go get that shot. I don't know if you decided to do shorts or not, here on youtube but, I think that would be less work and still offer great value to your brand and to us, your faithful G'9er's ;) Be looking for that large mug full coming your way and again, a great video..thank you!

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem +1

      Sorry to hear you're going through some tough times too, Steve. Here's to better days ahead for us both! And thank you so much, again, for the coffees. I think you have more than paid your way where I'm concerned. I hereby officially give you permission to ignore all future coffee requests. :) As for shorts, I have done a few and yes, they're much simpler to create. Far less satisfying outcomes though, at least for me. I have a list of topics to make shorts on. I'll look at that list again and see if anything jumps out at me. Truth is, I'm really wanting the G9ii to hit the streets - Phase Detect AF and all that. Likely won't happen this year, but I live in hope! Oh, and I plan to get that 9mm f1.7 lens very soon. I have to plant my vegetable garden first though, because I know that once I get that lens, I'll want to play with it and the garden won't get planted .... LOL Take good care, Steve. Always great to have a chat with you.

  • @sutv6754
    @sutv6754 Před rokem

    Great lesson Marlene, I'm get back to the flash drawing board. I also see you have a video on the godox. I have the same unit so that should be good. Also, I often like to buy coffee for the important teachers I follow but for some reason lately I'm not seeing pay pal. I want to buy but not at the sake of signing for yet another pay app and I have no heard of or putting card out there yet in another place. Pay Pal is so secure and easy to get help and protection if something gets hacked not to mention most have because of ebay and many others. . Just saying. Thanks. Looking forward.

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Awe, thanks. It's the thought that counts! ☺Yes, unfortunately they dumped PayPal a while back. They use Stripe now, which is reliable and safe too. You can also use the "Super Thanks" method right in CZcams. But I'm not sure if you can use PayPal there either. I appreciate you stopping by and taking a look. Have fun experimenting with your Godox. Cheers!

    • @sutv6754
      @sutv6754 Před rokem

      @@ImageMaven You mean they stopped using paypal across the youtube platform?

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Sorry for the confusion. Buy Me a Coffee stopped using PayPal. Not sure about CZcams's Super Thanks.

  • @oneeyedphotographer
    @oneeyedphotographer Před rokem

    Oh dear.
    When you use HSS, the exposure duration is the sync speed of your camera.
    The exposure duration is managed with a slit in the focal plane shutter. While it's wider than your sensor, 13mm in MFT cameras, the exposure duration is set by the flash. Because the entire sensor is exposed to incoming light, it can be exposed in just one flash.
    If the gap is 12mm, things start to fall apart and you need HSS so your speedlight can make two flashes.
    So, the correct shutter speed is 1/250 for the G9, maybe a little longer for safety. You can shoot at 1/50 second, at some point you should add a VND to the mix. If you are shooting at 1/50 second, I suggest second shutter sync. You are likely to get comet trails, they are best behind the subject.
    The purpose of HSS is to get lighting contrast between the environment and the subject. Set the camera exposure (say) two stops lower than your metering and use flash. If you watch Gary Howey on AdoramaTV, you will seem him regularly eliminating ambient light with the camera settings and then adding light with flash. Sometimes he shoots outdoors, for example at the local RAF museum. He also posts videos to Gavtrain an OM Systems.

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem +1

      Thanks John. But to be completely honest, it’s precisely this type of information overload that turned me off using flash. My approach may not be textbook but it does allow me to start using flash and experiment. I’m sure though, that others will really appreciate your info. Cheers! 👌

  • @AprilClayton
    @AprilClayton Před rokem

    I’ve been thinking of trying flash for macro photography of flowers. It seemed complicated. Your video makes it seem less intimidating. Marcus Pix uses interesting lighting outdoors with the G100. He made a Hollywood film and loves LUMIX cameras the most.

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Hi April, Yes, flash can be complicated. I prefer LED myself. I use that for most of my studio photography these days. You can get some very affordable small LEDs these days. I love Marcus Pix. He makes photography fun! Thanks for watching. Always nice to hear from you.

  • @goodtimezproductionz
    @goodtimezproductionz Před rokem

    Hello. Off topic but have you had any of the rubber grip pieces come loose? Best way to repair?

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem +1

      That has not happened to me. But I did break the rubber around the focus ring off a lens once. Maybe there's a local camera repair shop that can help you out.

  • @sutv6754
    @sutv6754 Před rokem

    Hey Marlene I'm up and running with my flash. Your video broke me on though to the other side. Thank you. You did not mention how far away the subjects are. How close does one need to be for this kind of catch light?

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Darn I forgot to mention that! I was shooting these with my 7-14mm lens. Subjects in my examples were 3-15 feet away from me. Even though the lens is wider than what the flash officially covers, I was using it for fill and was interested in how it affected the subject's faces and of course the all-important catchlight.

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      And I'm most happy to hear you tried it out and broke through! Thanks for letting me know.

  • @IsmaelRodriguez45
    @IsmaelRodriguez45 Před rokem

    Why doesn't the constant view feature work on my LCD screen when using on camera flash?
    I use a Lumix G85 😊

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      I don't have that camera, but on my other Lumix I can push the LVF button and it will cycle through all the settings - On - Off - Auto. Otherwise you can look up LVF in your camera manual. I suggest you download the PDF of the advanced camera manual and keep it on your computer or phone. It has a searchable index. Easy Peasy. Hope that helps Ismael.

  • @sutv6754
    @sutv6754 Před rokem

    Buy the way Marlene, Since you tube does not take paypal for coffee I"m gonna have to get a link account. Coming soon :)

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem +1

      You are the second person that prefers to use PayPal. I will create a PayPal Donation link.... Coming soon. :)

    • @sutv6754
      @sutv6754 Před rokem

      @@ImageMaven OH really? I was under the impression that was not allowed but either way coffee coming soon :)

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem +1

      If you're still keen, I've just put a PayPal link in the video description. But honestly, no pressure. :)

    • @sutv6754
      @sutv6754 Před rokem

      @@ImageMaven DONE ez pee z. Thank you.

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před rokem

      Thank you for your kindness and generosity! This was lovely to see first thing this morning.

  • @benjieloveless
    @benjieloveless Před 5 měsíci

    Ive found the g100 useless for flash at any speed. Rolling shutter artifacts in about half of all of my shots.

    • @ImageMaven
      @ImageMaven  Před 5 měsíci

      As primarily a vlogging camera, it isn’t suited for flash as it’s limited to 1/50s sync. I have spoken about that issue in other videos.