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FL-300R Any good?

Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Gusnyc, Aug 26, 2011.

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  1. Gusnyc

    Gusnyc Mu-43 Veteran Subscribing Member

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    Mar 9, 2010
    New York
    Hi!

    I was thinking about getting the new flash for my E-P3. To the FL-300R owners, how is this little flash performing? Any suggestions? Is it worth it? Recommended?

    Thanks for your input.

    Gus
     
    Gusnyc, Aug 26, 2011
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  2. oldracer

    oldracer Mu-43 Hall of Famer Subscribing Member

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    Oct 1, 2010
    USA
    IMHO one excellent use of an on-camera flash is bouncing off white ceilings indoors. Hence I would not recommend any flash that does not both tilt and swivel. With tilt-only you cannot bounce for vertical format pictures.
     
    oldracer, Aug 26, 2011
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  3. starlabs

    starlabs Mu-43 Top Veteran

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    Sep 30, 2010
    Los Angeles
    Yeah but you can use the RC mode of the E-P3 and point the flash in any direction...

    I only wish the FL-300R supported Super FP mode, but I guess you need a really strong flash for that!
     
    starlabs, Aug 26, 2011
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  4. taz98spin

    taz98spin Mu-43 Top Veteran

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    May 13, 2011
    NYC
    I used mine yesterday for a casual photo shoot, and the power was almost too weak for my liking.. Ended up putting it away & using my FL-36R through out most of the shoot!
     
    taz98spin, Aug 26, 2011
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