Lighting Gear
How to set-up an Elinchrom Rotalux Softbox
0Let’s face it, some products can be frustrating to set-up right out of the box, so we designed this series to show you, in 60 seconds or less, how to properly set-up various products available at Vistek. In this short tutorial we show you how to properly set-up an Elinchrom Rotalux Softbox. https://youtu.be/XMOQwZDPhfE ELINCHROM ROTALUX SOFTBOX: Detailed Setup Instructions Easily sets up in seconds! Remove softbox and diffusion cloth from storage bag Place softbox on the ground, speed-ring side down, allowing the softbox to naturally open up. While holding the locking ring to the ground with one hand, use the…
Elinchrom launches new EL-Skyport Plus System & ELB400 Sets
0Elinchrom made a couple of big announcements today, including the latest addition to the Skyport family, the EL-Skyport Plus system & updated ELB 400 sets. Find out more about each product below: Elinchrom EL-Skyport Universal Plus Set with 1x Transmitter Plus 1x Receiver, Cords: Available for Pre-Order from Vistek for $249.99 Elinchrom EL-Skyport Receiver Plus: Available for Pre-Order from Vistek for $149.99 Elinchrom EL-Skyport Transmitter Plus: Available for Pre-Order from Vistek for $189.99 “Elinchrom’s latest ELB 400 sets are more complete than ever with the newly introduced EL-Skyport Transmitter Plus and the ProTec Location bag.” Elinchrom ELB 400 Hi-Sync “To Go” Set with 1x ELB400 1x Quadra HS…
The Latest Product News from Nikon: Lights, Cameras & Action
0Nikon had lots to announce yesterday at CES 2016 in Las Vegas. Here’s the roundup of our Nikon posts about those products.
Nikon SB-5000 Speedlight: Light without limits
0Cameras weren’t the only thing that Nikon announced yesterday. They also added the SB-5000 AF Speedlight to their already solid line up of flash systems. The SB-5000 AF Speedlight is now the big daddy in Nikon’s Creative Lighting System. Fully compatible with the other flashes (and cameras) in this system, the SB-5000 can be used as the “Master Flash” to control up to six groups of remote flashes even if they are out of view, (behind obstacles, even in other rooms) up to 98 feet away. The SB-5000 was built to handle more than 100 consecutive firings at full output without overheating. It’s…
How to Shoot A One Light Portrait – Justin Van Leeuwen
0Portrait photographer Justin Van Leeuwen shares his insights into creating beautiful and dynamic images with just one light. How to Shoot A One Light Portrait: A great intro to portrait photography. https://youtu.be/Zr7GTxasRDc Filmed live at ProFusion Expo 2015 www.profusionexpo.com Hosted by cinematographer Sarah T. Moffat For more info on Illumi or Mantis please visit www.vistek.ca Images courtesy of Justin Van Leeuwen Justin Van Leeuwen is an Ottawa based commercial photographer, specializing in Portraits, Editorial, Event and Interior photography. For more information or to book Justin for a shoot, please visit his website www.jvlphoto.com
How to get beautiful Interview Lighting with LEDGO Fresnels
0This year at ProFusion Expo LEDGO sponsored one of the more illuminating series of seminars highlighting their LED lighting products. The seminars, led by Bentley Miller covered a wide range of LED lighting how to’s including: Transitioning from tungsten “hot” lights to LED fixtures Lighting Talent in front of a backdrop Lighting for product shots Click here to see the full range of LEDGO products available at Vistek. We all know that lighting is an important (some would say it’s the most important) element for both film and photography. What a lot of people don’t fully understand is how using the right lighting techniques can dramatically improve…
Meet the 3-Panel LEDGO B560 LED lighting system
0The LEDGO 560 3-Panel lighting system is a complete and affordable lighting kit that is perfect for both videographers & photographers. Suitable for field operations or studio work, this versatile lighting kit comes with everything you need to set-up and start shooting right out of the bag. Completely power flexible: While out in the field, the LEDGO B560 LED lighting system operates off DC power via Sony style NP-F type batteries or you can use the supplied adapters for AA batteries (runs off 3 AA type not supplied). Each fixture will also support up to 3 battery packs simultaneously, providing you with extended run times or…
The best lighting tool you’ve probably never heard of…
0Asensetek Lighting Passport: Best in class Light Meter Billed as the “World’s First Smart Spectrometer”, the Asensetek Lighting Passport made its first appearance at ProFusion Expo earlier this month and seriously impressed everyone who saw it. Geared towards anyone who considers themselves a lighting professional, this pocket-sized device pairs a professional spectrometer with most iOS or Android smart devices via Bluetooth, and can accurately measure up to 90 different parameters when using the 4 currently available apps and available PC software. Quick Specs: At 68.5mm by 56mm, with a thickness of 17mm and weighing only 76.5g, the Lighting Passport offers a slim and compact light testing…
How to light faces – Minute Master Class w/Jerry Ghionis
0Recently master photographer and lighting expert Jerry Ghionis lead a class for Vistek at Hangloose Media on how to light faces and effectively use lighting to improve the quality of your images. Vistek is happy to provide you with access to the short video tutorial that we created from that class. Related Post An Afternoon of Laughs, Learning and Luxurious Light How to light faces – Minute Master Class w/Jerry Ghionis International award winning portrait and wedding photographer Jerry Ghionis is often praised for being one of the world’s best wedding photographers. His courses around the world continually sell out. Vistek is honoured to…
Westcott Ice Light 2 – Lighting On The Go
0Designed by renown Nikon Ambassador and wedding photographer Jerry Ghionis, the unique Westcott Ice Light was a bit of a sensation when it was released back in 2012. While it looks like a cross between a lightsaber and an overgrown flashlight, it’s actually an incredibly versatile portable lighting system useful for both photographers and videographers alike. Check out this video review of the original Ice Light by Dave Kaminski of Webvideo University to see what we mean. https://youtu.be/QDYeUwprelE Flash forward 3 years and we now have the beefed up Westcott Ice Light 2. Westcott Ice Light 2 50% Brighter Output You asked for more power and…