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Flash techniques
Tecniche flash
Técnicas de destello
When turning the reflector vertically, it is essential to ensure
that it is moved by a sufficiently wide angle so that direct
light can no longer fall on the subject. Consequently, always
turn the reflector at least to the 60° lock-in position.
The light bounced off the reflecting surface produces a soft
and uniform illumination of the subject. The reflecting surface
must be white or have a neutral colour, and it must not be
structured, e.g. wooden beams in a ceiling might cause sha-
dows. For colour effects just select the reflective surface in the
desired colour.
Take into account that the maximum flash range is con-
siderably diminished when bouncing the flash. The fol-
lowing rule of thumb will help you determine the maxi-
mum flash range for a room of normal height:
guide number
Maximum flash range = ––––––––––––––––––––––––––
(flash-to-subject distance x 2)
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