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Old 01-17-2011, 05:07 PM
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So I'm looking to buy a flash diffuser and would like some recommendations if you have any. I know I can make my own, and I currently have a few different contraptions that I can attach to my SB-600's. The problem is that when I go out to a shoot at these Million $ houses or restaurants I am shooting, and I pull out the flash with these home made contraptions, I tend to get some odd looks and it doesn't look very professional. I was considering the LumiQuest ProMax Pocket Bouncer, but I'm not too sure. I just need to soften up the light a little bit, especially with the food photos, though getting rid of the harsh shadows in the houses would be nice as well...
Thanks in advance for any help anyone can give!
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Old 01-17-2011, 10:43 PM
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Old 01-19-2011, 07:05 PM
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I'm a big fan of the Lastolite TriGrip diffuser. You can hold it or clamp it in front of the flash and it does a great job diffusing the light and making a softer looking image. It's definitely a pro quality piece of gear, so you won't get funny looks from anyone when you whip that thing out.

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