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Gary Fong LS2C2 Lightsphere II Cloud Size 2 (Translucent) : Gary Fong
Gary Fong LS2C2 Lightsphere II Cloud Size 2 (Translucent)
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List Price: $49.95Price: $39.95
You Save: $10.00 (20%)as of 09/04/2010 04:23 EDT
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Binding: Electronics
Brand: Gary Fong Inc
Color: translucent
EAN: 0891257001021
Item Dimensions: 50050066500
Label: Gary Fong
Manufacturer: Gary Fong
Model: LS2C2
MPN: LS2C2
Publisher: Gary Fong
Studio: Gary Fong
Features:- Light Up the entire room Eliminate unwanted shadows
- Best Diffusion" As tested by "Professional Photographers Magazine" "By far the best diffusion" as tested by Nikonians
- Compatable with LightSphere ll accessories
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Product Description:
The Gary Fong C2 Lightsphere II Inverted Dome Cloud Flash Diffusion System (Frosted) - for Select Canon, Pentax & Quantary Flash Units is a large, round, soft and flexible diffuser that slips over the front of compatible flash units. The inside of the Lightsphere is completely textured to make the light dispersion even more "soft" than it would be otherwise. And because of this design, it is possible to make the material more translucent, keeping the unit from losing a lot of light while actually increasing the diffusion and softness of light.
An opaque color has been added to the inside of the Cloud version, and this "frosted" version creates an even softer effect, which makes it ideal for close-ups, portraits, and event photography.
The included inverted dome allows you to softly diffuse direct light with a large, soft source without creating flare on the front of your lens.
FEATURES: - ideal for vertical flash shots where the flash coverage is still similar to horizontal shots, due to the large rounded shape of the diffuser. Minimizes the need for a flash-flip bracket.
- Easily fits into a camera bag.
COMPATIBLE WITH:
- Canon 299, 540EZ, 550EX & 580EX II
- Minolta 5600
- Pentax AF500FTZ
- Quantaray QTB-7500A, QDC-900/900WA, QTB-9500A
Average Rating:
Rating: 
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This flash dispersion unit is easy to install, does a great job in either landscape or portrait mode and definitely softens the harsh light of an on camera flash. I put it on the 580EXII from Canon. I really like the results. It is definitely worth watching the little video for a couple tips on how to use it. Strongly recommend. The only downside is that it is rather bulky and does not fit into any of the bags I currently carry for my camera, so it is one more thing to remember and not forget either before or after you are using your camera.
Rating: -
Pluses:
* Sends an even wash of light up and out (in the right environment).
* Creates the image of a professional if it's already clear you are taking pictures in that capacity.
Minuses:
* Heavy
* Bulky (takes up space in your bag)
* Can easily fall off/be knocked off your flash
* Can create the image of a dork if you are taking pictures as a "regular" person
* Requires certain conditions to work well
Notes:
The sweet spot for this thing are low ceilings and fairly reflective surfaces close at hand to the sides and rear. Then the results can be amazing; because of the light dispersion it's like having lighting on either side, above, and behind. However, absent these components you are throwing large chunks of your precious light away.
Bottom Line:
Should you buy this? Probably but not, as I did, as your first flash attachment. your money would be better spent first getting a good diffuser (Sto-Fen OM600 Omni-Bounce Diffuser) and then an effective way to get your flash even further off your camera (Stroboframe Quick Flip 350 Flash Bracket for 35mm Cameras) and (Nikon SC 29 - Flash synchro cable - flash terminal). That said, if you have one and the right circumstances present themselves then you'll be glad to have it handy.
Rating: 
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Get ready to burn through your batteries. This thing is so power hungry because in order to get the right amount of light you have to jack up the flash output power. This thing might be okay for close range portraits photography where you have no other option for lighting. Oh and did I mention it costs $40 a piece without adding shipping!
