Gary Fong Lightsphere Universal System Cloud by Gary Fong
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Digital camera reviews of Gary Fong Lightsphere Universal System Cloud
Digital camera Review: Excellent Diffuser
Summary: 4 Stars
First the "bad" news. The price seems a bit high considering it is basically a piece of plastic. That is the only reason I've given it four stars rather than five.
Now the good news; it does exactly what Gary Fong says it will do. The DVD that comes with it, while being a commercial for other Gary Fong products also does an excellent job of explaining how to use it. The quality of light is excellent. The removable top cap allows bouncing off ceilings as well.
I've used it for both portraits and macro photography and the results are superb. For portrait work exclusively I would recommend the clear Lightsphere. Highly recommended.
Digital camera Review: Hate to say it but... it does work - and may be cheaper elsewhere on Amazon
Summary: 5 Stars
Me: "My name is Bob and I'm a Lightsphere user."
Everyone else: "Hi Bob."
I agree that it sometimes does not produce "artistic" lighting that is bounced off walls or people's shirts. However, if you want to get acceptable and often better lighting without a lot of fiddling, this thing does the trick. If I have time then I'll use some fancy light-shaping bounce thingy. If I have lots of time I'll set up an umbrella or two. If I need to grab and go then I find myself grabbing a Lightsphere more than anything else.
My only complaints about the original Lightsphere are that it looks... stupid and that it looks stupider when it falls off my flash. This version solves at least the second of those two issues. If you put it on right then it will stay on.
Everyone else: "How do you put it on right, Bob?"
Me: Shove the dome over your flash as far as you can. See where that is. Take the black rubber band that you get with the LS and place it around your flash just above the furthest point that it reached. Now put the LS back on your flash. The bottom flanges should cover, but just cover, the rubber band. Now tighten the Velcro strap and you're in business. Covering over the "GARYFONG.COM" with black sharpie or gaffer's tape is optional.
Thank you for attending this meeting of Lightsphere Users Anonymous. Now I think I'll put on my "Proud to Chimp" tee shirt and go take some pictures. :)
BEFORE YOU BUY, CHECK OUT Gary Fong LSUCLOUD Lightsphere Universal Cloud - It's the same thing for almost $10 less!!!
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Digital camera Review: Helps You Rock The Flash
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm not a huge fan of using my flash unless I absolutely have to. So when I do, this thing is a MUST. I love it! It filters the light nicely and helps ensure no harsh shadows. Plus, it seems to really help with white balance so photos aren't too warm. I never use my flash without it.Digital camera Review: I like it.. but..
Summary: 4 Stars
Gives nice results. Better than standard diffuser. But don't get the ChromeDome accessory because it doesn't fit on this. The extra step or so of light would have been nice.Digital camera Review: Love it!
Summary: 4 Stars
Love the product! Shipping was on time & the product came just as I expected!