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Post by NCPhotoTrekker on Sept 28, 2009 21:52:15 GMT -5
While this is not a lens, it does fit on the front of one, and fits more in the category of a filter. So, here is where I will post this review. Per Juanita's request, this is a link to the review that I have done on my ExpoCap. It is an inexpensive insurance policy when it comes to setting the white balance on your camera. phototrek.446photography.com/2009/05/09/product-reviews-expoimaging-expocap.aspx |
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Post by OrcaBob on Sept 29, 2009 3:01:59 GMT -5
Very thorough review, Greg. It was especially helpful in that the review covered the product's applicability in different genres and environments.
It's also a relief to know it's possible to get one filter with stepup rings for smaller lenses. I was concerned that I'd have to get a filter for each size lens.
I'm feeling lazy right now... What's the ballpark price of this product?
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Post by NCPhotoTrekker on Sept 29, 2009 10:26:54 GMT -5
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Post by musicman5 on Sept 30, 2009 9:36:37 GMT -5
The 'warm' version works much better for me for portraits and the regular version for events. I do not use my Expo discs as much as I used to, I find that the EzyBalance target from Lastolite actually gives me better color.
But there are times that WB target just does not work when shooting events or performing arts and that is when I use my ExpoDisc.
By the way, I just hold my 77m disc in front of the lens when using it with non-77mm lenses. No step up rings needed.
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Post by OrcaBob on Sept 30, 2009 14:19:01 GMT -5
By the way, I just hold my 77m disc in front of the lens when using it with non-77mm lenses. No step up rings needed. When I do purchase that product, you just saved me $$$! Thanks, Mark! |
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Post by NCPhotoTrekker on Sept 30, 2009 18:30:17 GMT -5
This will work, just make sure that you have the filter flush so there is no other light creeping in between the lens and filter. This could alter the reading, and mess with the color balance.
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Post by musicman5 on Oct 1, 2009 6:19:13 GMT -5
This will work, just make sure that you have the filter flush so there is no other light creeping in between the lens and filter. This could alter the reading, and mess with the color balance. Very true!! Wow, Expodisc prices have changed since I bought my warming disc. But then what hasn't gone up. www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=ExpoDisc&N=0Here is a shot I took using the regular ExpoDisc:  |
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Post by OrcaBob on Oct 1, 2009 22:51:49 GMT -5
Very good color, Mark. I generally struggle a bit with color balance in studio settings. Gotta get me one of those devices.
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Post by NCPhotoTrekker on Oct 2, 2009 3:53:07 GMT -5
It really is the studio setting where this excels. When you have precise control over everything from backdrop, to lighting, to posing, why not be sure and get the color just right as well. It is very flexible when it comes to odd lighting as well. The Daisy Drop picture I posted in Flowers was shot using that. It corrected for an old school incandescent lamp that cast such a yellow cast that the naked eye could see the tinting. The ExpoCap corrected every bit of that and the colors came out true to form and very accurate.
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