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Strobist Lighting info :
x1600 camera right in octobox as key
Zeus Ringmaster for Fill
Sun for highlights!
I talk about White Lightning and compare the brand with Pro foto.
I talk about the difference in price as well as what to expect.
Here’s the great info for the
make up your mind to purchasing the ringflash – Alienbee ABR800 vs Zeus Ringmaster
(from flickr alienbee forum)
alienbee don’t need additional powerpack. just use 120v normal power.
pick your poison . peace !
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whitney.dedic says:I plan on purchasing one or the other, but not quite sure which one to get. I obviously like the cost of the ABR800 but is the ringmaster (including the zues powerpack) worth the more money? i would be using the flash indoor and i would also like to be able to use it outdoor as well… |
rmphotog says:get neither get a real ring flash just read the bad reviews on the ABR800 its plastic hunk of junk… Your far better of getting a real ring flash like Profoto… |
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Denverite says:I have an ABR800 and while I am not thrilled with the design, and the camera mount, which is large and bulky, its certainly not a hunk of Aside from the mount, I am pretty happy with it. Buying some manfrotto clamps for it, makes using it a lot better. I do agree that if money is no object get the Profoto ringlight. and powerpacks, at least $5K. If your on a limited budget and you need a ringflash, give the AlienBee a look. (less than 0.5K) |
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whitney.dedic says:dont get me wrong, i would LOVE to get a Profoto…but i am a college student and definitely cant afford it.. but neither of you really answered my question….which one (ABR800 or Zues Ringmaster) is more worth it to buy? |
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jasonbriscoephotography.com says:Go with the ABR800. Power pack and all are in the head unit. Zeus head requires the power pack. The ABR800 is 100 dollars more than the Zeus but does not require a power pack. ABR800 = $399.95 / Zeus Ringmaster ($299.95) + Zeus Power Pack ($599.95) = $899.90. Pick your poison. Peace. |
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Denverite says:whitney: sorry, I only have experience with the ABR. I got the ABR after the release of the Zues, because it was cheaper than the Zeus. I think because its lighter and faster to handle, I would prefer the Zues. |
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rmphotog says:Take a look at my most recent image for an explaination of the ABR800 and the difference in the profoto and also that the profoto can actually only cost you 700 bucks.. as well as it may be used with your already owned branded power packs.www.flickr.com/photos/13064082@N00/2142071533/ |
Strobist Light setting info :
x1600 camera left in Octobox
x1600 camera right and left behind model for rim
Zeus Ringmaster for fill
Photosample by Zeus Ringmaster /Ringflash
Strobist Lighting info :
x1600 camera right in octobox as key
x1600 bare model left gridded for highlights
Zeus Ringmaster for Fill
It’s looks likea alienbees ABR800 Ringflash. but product name is Zeus ‘ Ringmaster’
and need their own brand’s powerpack. see more detail about this.
The ZEUS™ ZRM1 RingMaster (requires a Z1250 or Z2500Power Pack for use) is a high-power ringflash system for professional use where very high power levels and exposure values are required. With its extremely compact and lightweight design, the RingMaster is easy to use with most popular pro or semi-pro cameras. The design accommodates cameras with lenses up to 4 inches in diameter, having a full range of adjustments for use with cameras of nearly all heights and depths. The RingMaster incorporates dual fans, eight halogen modeling lamps and two semi-circularflashtubes, providing short flash durations and high power handling capacity.
…ellipsis…, originally uploaded by rapidflop.
This image was created for the DVD cover of …ellipsis… A short film by Sasha Knezev.
Lighting info :
x1600 camera right in octobox
x1600 behind model camera left and right for rim
Zeus Ringmaster(Ringflash) on Camera for Fill
Casey Carlson with ABR800
VS. with Alie Bee Ring Flash
I WILL CUT YOU
Pokot tribe girl and ringflash
