TPB #48 – Flash Duration Verification

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This video goes over the Flash Test Menu and finds why it hasn’t been reporting correct flash durations. The problem turned out to be the light sensor being used is not fast enough. To make this mode work reliably we’ll need a new light sensor that quickly transitions from <1V to >4V. I estimate a responce time of less then 5 us would be good for standard flashes and less than 0.1 ...

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TPB #30 – Flash Duration and Intensity Comparison

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This week I compare and contrast the flash duration and intensity of the Canon 580 EXII and the Yongnuo 460 flashes. They tie with duration, but the Canon flash does make more light.

A huge thanks to Alan for helping with a better light sensor to measure duration. Check out his flickr page for more info about the light sensor used.

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