Full Version: Using Pocketwizards and On Camera Flash
Found this super simple and super cheap way of using your Pocketwizard with your on camera flash.
Check it out!
Yeah, that is a sweet idea!
I have also seen this idea on Strobist web site and the One Light forum that Zack has...
Very cool!
I have also seen this idea on Strobist web site and the One Light forum that Zack has...
Very cool!
QUOTE(Chris Humphreys @ January 9 2008, 02:18 PM) 
Found this super simple and super cheap way of using your Pocketwizard with your on camera flash.
Check it out!
Check it out!
Cool idea, I've been just using a velcro strap to attach it up on my flash but it definitely does stand out more that way.
Just to add to the video the threaded rod should e 20 thread per inch.
That's awesome! Thanks, Chris!
QUOTE(berrywise @ January 9 2008, 12:29 PM)
Cool idea, I've been just using a velcro strap to attach it up on my flash but it definitely does stand out more that way.
Just to add to the video the threaded rod should e 20 thread per inch.
Just to add to the video the threaded rod should e 20 thread per inch.
Yeah, velcro would work too, I'm always afraid of it falling off more, but that's for sure a good route as well.
Good call on the threaded rod!
The only reason I don't do it this way is because then you can't use the vertical grip. Does this bother anyone else?
Awesome! Thanks!
QUOTE(daverichards @ January 9 2008, 05:38 PM)
The only reason I don't do it this way is because then you can't use the vertical grip. Does this bother anyone else?
Sure you can.... there's a screw mount on the bottom of the vertical grips.
It's the same screw mount that you use for tripods.
QUOTE(daverichards @ January 9 2008, 07:38 PM)
The only reason I don't do it this way is because then you can't use the vertical grip. Does this bother anyone else?
QUOTE(Chris Humphreys @ January 10 2008, 11:43 AM)
Sure you can.... there's a screw mount on the bottom of the vertical grips.
It's the same screw mount that you use for tripods.
It's the same screw mount that you use for tripods.
Chris, I think he means that you can't use the vertical grip for shooting. From your video it looks like the PW antenna gets in the way of getting a decent grip for vertical oriented shots. Are you able to get around this?
Personally I don't use the PW, I use the Bowens Pulsars, and since they are low profile, I simply put it in my shirt pocket.
Ha! I had the same idea, but was wondering where to get those screws. Home Depot! Dah!
PS. The only problem would be to get those screws out, if they are stuck.
PS. The only problem would be to get those screws out, if they are stuck.
QUOTE(Chris Humphreys @ January 9 2008, 03:14 PM)
Yeah, velcro would work too, I'm always afraid of it falling off more, but that's for sure a good route as well.
Good call on the threaded rod!
Good call on the threaded rod!
I just sent my pocket wizards to be repaired because they fell off. The plastice hot shoe broke on both of them. $53 each to fix a .10 piece.
I love the idea of doing it that way, but I shoot with the vertical grip probably 80% of the time. Looks like I will have to retrain the way I shoot.
Great idea... thanks for sharing it Chris...
QUOTE(ramjpc @ January 10 2008, 09:54 AM)
Chris, I think he means that you can't use the vertical grip for shooting. From your video it looks like the PW antenna gets in the way of getting a decent grip for vertical oriented shots. Are you able to get around this?
Yea sorry, that is what I meant. I use the vertical grip for shooting all the time, but with a PW slapped on then there is no way to use the vertical grip for shooting. This is the only reason I don't mount mine this way...but if that does not bother you then this is definitely the best way!
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