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The ISS 2000 flash is working very well. I have only had it in the water twice so far, once at Dutch and once at Minnewaska Lake. I use one preflash and have played with different flash inteneities. I find level 1 or 2 gives me enough light for most situations.
The flash is on a 12" arm from an Ikelite case and single handle. I have trouble aiming the flash so I rubber banded a Trident laser pointer to the flash head. The laser pointer really helps, but you have to remove it from the picture later.
I have not found a defuser for it yet; I may just make one myself. I would definitely buy one again.
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The flash is on a 12" arm from an Ikelite case and single handle. I have trouble aiming the flash so I rubber banded a Trident laser pointer to the flash head. The laser pointer really helps, but you have to remove it from the picture later.
I have not found a defuser for it yet; I may just make one myself. I would definitely buy one again.
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Thanks for the update. Sorry for delay in replying, but I do not think I have received any notification of this thread being updated.
I'll be getting one when I come to the States.
I'll be getting one when I come to the States.
I know this thread is pretty much over, but I want to ask if anyone has used the Ikelite AF-35 with the Canon A720 IS? I have never taken a shot underwater...was concerned I'd start paying more attention to the 'shot' than the 'dive'. Thought I would use my old Canon Digital Rebel, but don't want to spend that much on housing. So decided I would use my point and shoot...Canon A720 IS to dip my toes into the water, so to speak.
Bought the Ikelite housing and now need a strobe. Seems everyone agrees on the Inon D-2000, but it's more than I want to spend and seems complicated. The reviews I've read of the Ikelite AF-35 all seem to indicate it works and is simple...which sounds good to me. Any comments on the AF-35 before I buy this week? Thanks.
Bought the Ikelite housing and now need a strobe. Seems everyone agrees on the Inon D-2000, but it's more than I want to spend and seems complicated. The reviews I've read of the Ikelite AF-35 all seem to indicate it works and is simple...which sounds good to me. Any comments on the AF-35 before I buy this week? Thanks.
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I use the AF-35 flash with my Canon AS720IS in the Ike house. It works fine for me.
The only point to keep in mind is the Guide Number of 16. You must come to within 3 feet of your object to have a good result.
See also this thread about the flash: http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/strobes-lighting/292914-ikelite-af35-auto-flash-flex-arm.html
The only point to keep in mind is the Guide Number of 16. You must come to within 3 feet of your object to have a good result.
See also this thread about the flash: http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/strobes-lighting/292914-ikelite-af35-auto-flash-flex-arm.html
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