One of the biggest complains about the Gary Fong Lightsphere is that it spreads the light out in way too many directions and also therefore demands more power from your flash and ultimately kills the batteries faster. Upon trying a hack, I one day found a method that allowed me to make the light more directional but still very efficient.
Admittedly though, mine stays in a beauty dish most of the time. But if you still use your religiously, try this little hack.
The music in this video is from a band called Mancie, and you should really check them out.
Want to know more about flash? Take a look at our resources:
Why Beginners Think About Flash All Wrong
An Intro to Canon’s Wireless Flash System
Wirelessly triggering your Canon Flash
Hanhel’s Radio Triggers for Flashes
Using a Belt and Shoot Through Umbrella With Your Flash
The Best Budget Off-Camera Flashes and Constant Lights
Using an Old Polaroid Camera with a Modern Speedlite
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