ideas for strobe setup (arms/base etc)

[jf3193]

Good evening. I recently purchased a TG-6 (love it) and am wanting to go with a minimal setup for traveling. Im looking at the Inon S-2000 or the Backscatter mini flash for strobes (x2 regardless of brand.)
I was shocked when I saw the pricing of the bases and arms. Ive researched backscatter, Bluewater, and Mozaik. Does anyone have any suggestions for base/arm setup that won't break the bank? From what I understand, separate arm setup is better than locline, but locline seems to be better price wise. Looking for any input that can help at this point! I came from a Sealife DC1400 with one strobe that I cradled in my arms, with the locline type arm folding the strobe into the camera.

Any thoughts or suggestions?

 

[Searcaigh]

I was shocked when I saw the pricing of the bases and arms. Ive researched backscatter, Bluewater, and Mozaik. Does anyone have any suggestions for base/arm setup that won't break the bank?

Welcome to the world of UW photography.

I'm still using Ultralight arms and clamps that I bought back in the mid-90s.

These items are precision made and not mass molded like plastic. The same goes for a decent metal housing that is specifically made for each model of camera that is produced.

I've been using a pair of Backscatter mini-strobes with a TG5 and they work very well for macro.

 

[jf3193]

Welcome to the world of UW photography.

I'm still using Ultralight arms and clamps that I bought back in the mid-90s.

These items are precision made and not mass molded like plastic. The same goes for a decent metal housing that is specifically made for each model of camera that is produced.

I've been using a pair of Backscatter mini-strobes with a TG5 and they work very well for macro.

Welcome to the world of UW photography.

I'm still using Ultralight arms and clamps that I bought back in the mid-90s.

These items are precision made and not mass molded like plastic. The same goes for a decent metal housing that is specifically made for each model of camera that is produced.

I've been using a pair of Backscatter mini-strobes with a TG5 and they work very well for macro.

thanks! I'm torn between the backscatter strobes and the S-2000's from INON,since their a tad more powerful. The backscatter models seem smaller, which will lessen my footprint/travel issues. As in all things, life is full of choices.
I have the housing covered, so I just need to narrow down my base/arm package.

 

[hedonist222]

Good evening. I recently purchased a TG-6 (love it) and am wanting to go with a minimal setup for traveling. Im looking at the Inon S-2000 or the Backscatter mini flash for strobes (x2 regardless of brand.)
I was shocked when I saw the pricing of the bases and arms. Ive researched backscatter, Bluewater, and Mozaik. Does anyone have any suggestions for base/arm setup that won't break the bank? From what I understand, separate arm setup is better than locline, but locline seems to be better price wise. Looking for any input that can help at this point! I came from a Sealife DC1400 with one strobe that I cradled in my arms, with the locline type arm folding the strobe into the camera.

Any thoughts or suggestions?

I would avoid locline.
Looks nice in theory but maneuverability is iffy. Plus it doesn't stay in the exact position - always some leeway/play.

I think I saw some offbrand (Chinese) arms, clamps, and bases on amazon.com

 

[Navymarkv]

The backscatter strobes are great for macro but too weak for wide angle. Go with the inon’s. and get 4 8” ultralight arms. Buy quality once and don’t look back. Have fun!

 

[hedonist222]

In regards to lighting - I also have a TG-6 and use backscatter's macro/wide 4300 constant light

Can also pair it with the backscatter snoot for focused lighting.

Its bright enough that I rarely go over ISO 200 or below 1/100 ss.

 

[jf3193]

I would avoid locline.
Looks nice in theory but maneuverability is iffy. Plus it doesn't stay in the exact position - always some leeway/play.

I think I saw some offbrand (Chinese) arms, clamps, and bases on amazon.com

thanks!!!

 

[jf3193]

In regards to lighting - I also have a TG-6 and use backscatter's macro/wide 4300 constant light

Can also pair it with the backscatter snoot for focused lighting.

Its bright enough that I rarely go over ISO 200 or below 1/100 ss.

good to know!!

 

[jf3193]

The backscatter strobes are great for macro but too weak for wide angle. Go with the inon’s. and get 4 8” ultralight arms. Buy quality once and don’t look back. Have fun!

is ultralight the brand or a style?

 

[hedonist222]

Here:

https://www.amazon.com/Amarine-Made...s=camera+arm+underwater&qid=1619932725&sr=8-7

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