Josiah Jones wrote:
QUESTIONS:
I assume this accepts the light without any adapters?
Correct. "Baby" refers to the standard 5/8" fitting.
Word of caution however. They come notched but I wouldn't rely on this for safety if you mount plate to the ceiling. If mounted to the wall, lights will be less likely to drop off inadvertantly if the tightening knob is loosened. I believe there is also a right angle wall plate if you want the maximum security. If you mount to the ceiling you may want to consider a security cable attachment, which should be listed under rail accessories. Or you can easily make your own.
What is the difference in the three models...I saw none.
It is in the length of the riser.
800 is 3", 805 is 6" and the 808 is 9" as I recall.
The right angle version is something around a 9" rise as well.
Carmen Miranda wrote:
Correct. "Baby" refers to the standard 5/8" fitting.
Word of caution however. They come notched but I wouldn't rely on this for safety if you mount plate to the ceiling. If mounted to the wall, lights will be less likely to drop off inadvertantly if the tightening knob is loosened. I believe there is also a right angle wall plate if you want the maximum security. If you mount to the ceiling you may want to consider a security cable attachment, which should be listed under rail accessories. Or you can easily make your own.
It is in the length of the riser.
800 is 3", 805 is 6" and the 808 is 9" as I recall.
The right angle version is something around a 9" rise as well.
Good luck.
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THANKS for the follow up answers to my questions.
WOW! This is the reason I love this forum so much; great photographers and GREAT PEOPLE.
I am very intrested in this post subject as I am planning a studio now however I am unable to see the post of John E and clhurtt. their pictures do not show and says they are copyright by the owner. How do I see them?
Also I would like to do group pictures and would seems a larger studio would be needed. As well as full body shots.
I am thinking about 20'X20'. And would you recommend windows or not. Maybe one for window light shots.
I am very intrested in this post subject as I am planning a studio now however I am unable to see the post of John E and clhurtt. their pictures do not show and says they are copyright by the owner. How do I see them?
Also I would like to do group pictures and would seems a larger studio would be needed. As well as full body shots.
I am thinking about 20'X20'. And would you recommend windows or not. Maybe one for window light shots.
Betty Curtis wrote:
Also I would like to do group pictures and would seems a larger studio would be needed. As well as full body shots.
I am thinking about 20'X20'. And would you recommend windows or not. Maybe one for window light shots.
20X20' can work nicely, although longer dimensions like 20X24 or 30' are more comfortable and give you a bit more working/storage space and more perspective control to take full advantage of the width, which is especially nice for groups.
How tall are your ceilings? 12' would be ideal, but at least 10' minimum for full length groups.
Windows are fine if you can block them out for complete light control.
I recently updated/expanded my studio. I acquired some additional space in the unit next door for storage. Thus I was able to stash a bunch of props and declutter the space. I also added a sitting area where I could meet with clients or where they could observe a shoot. The overall size is around 1500 sq. ft.
krieves wrote:
I recently updated/expanded my studio. I acquired some additional space in the unit next door for storage. Thus I was able to stash a bunch of props and declutter the space. I also added a sitting area where I could meet with clients or where they could observe a shoot. The overall size is around 1500 sq. ft.
John Power, i don't know which boom you are referring to. but here goes the boom that is holding the snoot & norman 2400 head hair light set up is a norman boom connected to a heavy duty norman light stand with manfrotto super clamp and D200B grep. the other setup is a majestic tripod with a chicago gear head w 6x7 plate and custom designed articulate that has interchangable manfrotto 3265/322RC2 ballhead pistol grips to mount camera. this is a macro super macro setup mainly for studio work. the setup occasionally does get used outdoors but due to the weight/mass (20+lbs.) that is rare. hope this is the correct answer.
