Advice on strobe

[GrumpyOldGuy]

I have a Cannon A570IS with housing. The built in flash just does not cut it here in New England. Any suggestions for a reasonably priced strobe and tray. I realize thus may be an oxymoron, but I really dont want to spend more on a strobe than I do on the camera+housing if possible.

Thanks

 

[RTRski]

I was in the same boat with my A520. Unfortunately, I couldn't find a strobe that was less than camera + housing (with tray and arm) unless I dropped all the way to the really little ones. So, I ended up with a used DS50 on a single-arm Ike tray, with the EV controller. Cost me a bit over $300.

And since then I've upgraded to my DSLR rig, with 2 newer DS50s (for the TTL synchronization). So I'd be willing to part with it, for $300 or so. But I'm not sure that's in your intended price range.

 

[jcscuba]

I have a Cannon A570IS with housing. The built in flash just does not cut it here in New England. Any suggestions for a reasonably priced strobe and tray. I realize thus may be an oxymoron, but I really dont want to spend more on a strobe than I do on the camera+housing if possible.

Thanks

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[gert7to3]

While most strobes will be more expensive than your P&S camera/housing, strobes will not be obsolete before you take delivery, unlike your camera.

Here's a chart of currently available strobes:

Underwater Strobe Comparison Guide - Digital Diver Network

You can also try looking for used equipment.

 

[shellbackdiver1]

Ikelite has small strobe with tray at a very reasonable price. You can PM me send an email direct to me if interested.

 

[H2O Photo Pros]

Shellback is referring to the new Ikelite Auto AF35 system. Its a great system for a very reasonable price and perfect for the compact point & shoot system. Retail is $425 but should be found for a hair under $400.

 

[jalvare2]

I am planning to buy strobe or strobes for my video, but I dont know what is better. one 100w strobe or two 50 amp.... recommendations?
thanks.

 

[prskate2]

Sealife Digital Strobe - $189

 

[jalvare2]

Thanks, but which is better: one 100W vs, two 50W strobes ?

 

[prskate2]

Well if you have 2 strobe, you can illuminate a bigger space.