What's the Best Hard Light Shaper? | Level Up with Ab Sesay

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  • Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
  • What is the best Hard Light Shaper? It's up to you. But in this video, Ab Sesay talks about the Profoto Telezoom Reflector which is his favorite Hard Light Shaping Tool. You will also learn 7 different lighting setups you can use with this style of the reflector.
    In this video, Ab Sesay discusses the options from other brands such as Broncolor, Elinchrom, Glow, and Westcott. His overview of the benefits of a sports reflector or long throw reflector will change the way you look and what Ab Sesay thinks is an underused light shaping tool. These lights are great to replicate sunlight and can even be modified to look like a mini softbox to an old Hollywood Fresnel’s.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 236

  • @Nina.Thornton
    @Nina.Thornton Рік тому +10

    Constantly recommending your Level Up series to folks who want to advance in photography lighting. Another killer video, Ab! Soft light no matter what!

  • @tdadelaja
    @tdadelaja Рік тому +2

    You are my favorite person to watch when it comes to lighting. Your ability to simplify and communicate is unparalleled

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Thank you TD that means a lot. Really appreciate it.

  • @kcmophotographer
    @kcmophotographer Рік тому +1

    Bought the 45 degree Westcott from Adorama last summer. It’s my favorite and I haven’t even used it yet 😂😂😂 thanks for ideas for additional uses.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Nice! Definitely give it a try. Let me know your thoughts about it.

  • @rodneyturnerphoto
    @rodneyturnerphoto Рік тому +2

    These videos with Ab keep getting better and better.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you Rodney. That means a lot.

  • @JayMacPhoto78
    @JayMacPhoto78 6 місяців тому +1

    Ab, I'll never get tired of saying this..... I love your content, no matter when it was made. Always the most informative, interesting and engaging! I take notes and make sure that I write "à la Ab Sesay". Thanks to you and Adorama

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 6 місяців тому +1

      Thank you for the geat feedback Jay I really appreciate it.

  • @honestpat7789
    @honestpat7789 Рік тому +2

    He ain’t lying. This stuff’s got levels 😮

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      There are definitely levels to this Honest.

  • @Sooch900
    @Sooch900 Рік тому +2

    Wow man, you packed so much valuable info into this video. Not many people can articulate the nuances of hard light modifiers as well as you have. Also while showing it so eloquently! Hard light and soft light all the way!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you ,Bryan. Your feedback motivates me.

  • @MrCameraShy
    @MrCameraShy Рік тому +1

    The Telezoom reflector is next on my list to get. Love how you can have it further away and still get a strong light to your subject.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      It was filling up the entire room. It's really an amazing reflector.

  • @oktawiangornik1284
    @oktawiangornik1284 Рік тому +1

    Great review! Love this top quality level of production

  • @benediktseifert3699
    @benediktseifert3699 Рік тому +2

    I´m inspired again. Thanks for this one. Soft light no matter what. :)

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you Benedikt! A soft light video is coming.

    • @Adorama
      @Adorama  Рік тому

      Wonderful!

  • @Lucy-dk5cz
    @Lucy-dk5cz Рік тому +2

    Other video ideas. Magnum vs telecom vs the other. A video on tether setups. Or a video on how you film your bts! Also thank you for supplying suggestions for non Profoto mount products.

    • @marike1100
      @marike1100 Рік тому

      Was thinking the same thing. The price difference between the Profoto and Glow is eye-opening. ;)

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Lucy I love all the feedback. Thank you.

  • @luissalazar2159
    @luissalazar2159 Рік тому +2

    Great stuff sir, thanks for sharing

  • @jpdj2715
    @jpdj2715 Рік тому +1

    Oh, and the shots throughout the video are great too - totally drive the point you make home.

  • @WorldMusicStageRecords
    @WorldMusicStageRecords Рік тому +1

    Excellent as always. "Soft light no matter what!!!" Looking forward to the next video.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you, Grant. I'm definitely cooking up something special for the next one.

  • @reviewsontech
    @reviewsontech Рік тому

    I seriously admire Ab's confidence and flow

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Thank you. Really appreciate the feedback.

  • @mrstudios010
    @mrstudios010 Рік тому +3

    Great presentation again. Depth of knowledge and easily conveyed. Thank you good sir!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you, and you're welcome. I appreciate the feedback.

  • @belleslumieresstudios8560
    @belleslumieresstudios8560 Рік тому

    I have the Westcott 45 and I love it. Thanks for adding additional insight into the use of these modifiers Ab. Soft light no matter what!!!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you Belles. The Soft light video if on the way.

  • @nachaattaban
    @nachaattaban Рік тому

    I love how this reflector, and the result of the images 2 minutes into the video

  • @KonoBoyFilms
    @KonoBoyFilms Рік тому +1

    Another excellent one from Ab. Thank you, sir. Oh, and soft light shaper no matter what - you knew it was coming. Thanks again.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you, Samuel, your feedback gets me hyped. The soft light video is coming for sure.

  • @andreak4280
    @andreak4280 Рік тому +1

    💪🏼💪🏼fantastic vid
    gorgeous images 🫶🏼🔥
    🙏🏼Thank you! 🫵🏼

  • @GetLens
    @GetLens Рік тому +1

    Amazing!

  • @aov_james
    @aov_james Рік тому

    this one was really well executed

  • @alun7006
    @alun7006 Рік тому +2

    I have a similar reflector and love it! It's a Bowens mount and has a grid - looks very similar to the Westcott. Picked it up very cheaply second-hand. Very useful for situations where I need more power, and I love the quality of light it gives. I need to use it more tbh - I will definitely try some of these setups. Thanks for another excellent video, Ab.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Your welcome AlunB and thank you for the feedback.

  • @Mauriciovideomaker
    @Mauriciovideomaker Рік тому +1

    Amazing results!

  • @blackcateyephotophoto
    @blackcateyephotophoto 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for creating this video!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 4 місяці тому

      Thank you for the comment. Im glad you enjoyed it.

  • @dhdnyc
    @dhdnyc 11 місяців тому

    Softlight no matter what! Good stuff, thanks.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 10 місяців тому

      Thank you. Check out my playlist I did a video using my favorite softbox. But I think I'm going to do something focusing on soft light as well.

  • @LeCitadin1960
    @LeCitadin1960 Рік тому +1

    Ab, you rock! Another fantastic video that gives me endless ideas for future photo shoots. Wow! Again!

  • @atogweoghieaga2205
    @atogweoghieaga2205 Рік тому

    Always on point! Your 20+ years experience really shinez through" there are levels to thiS!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you, Atogwe! There definitely are.

  • @bolajipopoola
    @bolajipopoola Рік тому

    Thanks Ab. Softlight no matter what!!!

  • @AndrewButlerPhoto
    @AndrewButlerPhoto Рік тому +1

    Another great one, love the outside-in shot!

  • @fernandocf1234
    @fernandocf1234 Рік тому

    This guy is amazing! Thanks for the info.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you Fernando I’m Flattered. -Ab

  • @luissalazar2021
    @luissalazar2021 5 місяців тому

    This is great stuff, thanks for sharing

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 5 місяців тому

      Thank you. I appreciate the feedback.

  • @alsteiner7602
    @alsteiner7602 Рік тому

    Dude. MAAAAAAD props. Some of the best shots in terms of wanting to imitate them I have seen. Wow 👌

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Thank you Al. I'll take the props.

  • @jerrym8140
    @jerrym8140 Рік тому +1

    Beautiful images and advice! Thanks for helping us all Level Up 😎

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Your welcome and it is truly my pleasure Jerry.

    • @jerrym8140
      @jerrym8140 Рік тому +1

      @@AbSesayPhoto On my last studio shoot I finally used the standard 7” reflector from my Flashpoint Explorer 600 with a grid and loved the results. After watching your video on these, I now already have the Westcott 45 degree deep focus reflector ordered and on its way. Ty :)

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Excited to hear about the results you get Jerry! 😊

  • @dankatz4710
    @dankatz4710 Рік тому

    Great Video! Soft light no matter what!

  • @josephchan4198
    @josephchan4198 Рік тому

    A very good instructor. Hope to see more videos from him.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you Joseph. We definitely have more coming.

  • @stevecraig9384
    @stevecraig9384 Рік тому

    Light shapers are like lenes, that was powerful and so true. Once a photographer understands that, Bam!!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Agreed. Steve. Light shapers can be a powerful tool.

  • @jpdj2715
    @jpdj2715 Рік тому +1

    Great video, Mr. Sesay, Ab

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Very much appreciate it JP. More to come.

  • @thatguyslush5779
    @thatguyslush5779 10 місяців тому +1

    Damn, bro… 🔥 I learnt something new.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 10 місяців тому

      I LOVE Hearing that. Thank you.

  • @panchoi1453
    @panchoi1453 Рік тому

    Give the people what they want! More Ab!

  • @JohnGress
    @JohnGress Рік тому

    Beautiful images!

  • @NoWahBelair
    @NoWahBelair Рік тому

    Ive been looking for the Bowens mount for ever. You literally can find it anywhere.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Westcott also make a version as well that is bowens mount.

  • @ELISKASKY
    @ELISKASKY 9 місяців тому

    Great tips! Thank you ❤

  • @lumosone858
    @lumosone858 Рік тому

    Softlight ...no matter what! I'm late with my comment, but... what a great model, muah and clothes! Nice location, outside studio. The reflector is a beast... I use the magnum reflector, sometimes with a grid and after some try and error shoots... it is my favorite one! Oh, at least... what a photographer!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      LOL! Thank you, Lumos. Im cooking up the soft light video. It's going to be a HOT ONE!

  • @Lucy-dk5cz
    @Lucy-dk5cz Рік тому

    Just finished your twitch stream where you were reviewing your videos from last year. Good to see a new video already out!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Definitely log on tonight. Tonight I will be going through this video and taking questions live

  • @lenavoyles526
    @lenavoyles526 9 місяців тому

    THIS is the video I have been looking for.

  • @KenCannon
    @KenCannon Рік тому +1

    Great video, thank you Ab 🎉

  • @jaycoronado3441
    @jaycoronado3441 Рік тому

    I always learn so much from your videos.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you Jay. I appreciate the feedback.

  • @andrechen6345
    @andrechen6345 Рік тому

    Great video like always 👌💪

  • @MartinV.
    @MartinV. 11 місяців тому

    Great Video!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 11 місяців тому

      Thank you. Appreciate the feedback.

  • @vincentlamoureux422
    @vincentlamoureux422 Рік тому

    You are doing really great videos Ab: killer photos and solid commentary. Looking forward to the next ones!

  • @andrechen6345
    @andrechen6345 Рік тому +1

    Softlight no matter what 🤩

  • @AdrianBacon
    @AdrianBacon Рік тому

    My 3 favorite hard reflectors is the Nanlite 7 inch 55 degree reflector (with a similar rectangular stippled interior as the Magnum), the Glow 45 degree long throw, and the Glow 70 degree magnum reflector, and yes, the 45 degree long throw is awesome. All my lights are Bowens mount, but I try to find similar lighting modifiers to profoto, at least for the hard modifiers.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you for the Rundown Adrian. Love your selects.

  • @lloydterryjr.bodygraphicsphoto

    Ab like always you definitely spit some good knowledge and this video does not disappoint. As you mention in all your videos “There are levels to this” so as I watch your videos I pay close attention to the techniques and look to apply them within my budget of available and potential gear purchases. Soft light no matter what 😎📷

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you Lloyd I really appreciate the feedback, and I'm working on the soft light video.

  • @Theogwill
    @Theogwill Рік тому

    Wow! Thanks for sharing these ideas time pull out mine Elinchrom from the storage. I only use for sports mainly now I got some ideas for beauty shot thanks!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      You are very welcome William! Please share what you create.

  • @joemappmedia
    @joemappmedia Рік тому

    First off... great video... and who Is this guy, why have I not heard of him, and WOW he is good!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Well, I am absolutely flattered Joseph. Thank you so much.

  • @brad_in_yyc
    @brad_in_yyc Рік тому

    Absolutely fantastic video Ab. I can't wait to see your video on your soft light shaper. I would also love to see your favourite small light source. I've always debated getting one of these. I use my Godox 7" standard reflector all the time. But having a sports reflector would probably help as well. Might look more seriously into this soon. Thanks Ab!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      I think this style of reflector is definitely something everyone should try.

  • @timkaiser385
    @timkaiser385 Рік тому

    Another awesome video, thanks for sharing your knowledge!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Your welcome Tim. It's really a pleasure. I appreciate your feedback.

  • @GiveMeFaceCo
    @GiveMeFaceCo Рік тому

    Yep. Headed over to buy the westcott version right NEEOOWWW!!!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      I'm sure you will love it.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      I have a link to it in the description that uses my affiliate link.

    • @GiveMeFaceCo
      @GiveMeFaceCo Рік тому +1

      @@AbSesayPhoto that’s the link I clicked

  • @RalfWeyer
    @RalfWeyer Рік тому

    Stunning video Ab, so much value in such a short video 😊👍🙏. I love these harder lights, even though they are much less forgiving, but they also create such interesting looks. That is, if someone with the knowledge and experience like you is using them. It’s somewhat like old Hollywood lighting, that is so much loved also by - dare I say - Lindsay Adler 😊😊😊

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Love Lindsay shes great and a dear friend and a master of lighting for sure. I really appreciate the feedback, and I'm excited to produce more for sure.

  • @PhotographerLamya
    @PhotographerLamya Рік тому

    Wow man i love this 😉

  • @ottawamountainman
    @ottawamountainman Рік тому

    Have you noticed that for some of these "long trow" reflectors when using them with their dedicated grids; that the grid pattern can in some instances be seen (projected) on the background. That's mostly because of the "focused" nature of the light they produce and because the grid is further away from the light source than on a typical reflector. It can really ruin a shoot. Great video. Thank you.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      I rarely use with grids and have not noticed this with the Profoto. But I’ll definitely double check. Thank you for posting this. Definitely something for people to watch out for.

  • @kavanlake871
    @kavanlake871 Рік тому

    Nice work Ab 😎✌🏾. Are you doing workshops anytime soon? Love your work man.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Thank you. I'm definitely going to be doing workshops in 2023

  • @chiokehart-kelly3481
    @chiokehart-kelly3481 Рік тому +1

    Dope.

  • @stevemontgomery5495
    @stevemontgomery5495 Рік тому +1

    I like how you suggested you can use other brands even though you pushed the Profoto more. Can the Profoto be converted to Elinchrom or Bowens mount?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Sadly most of these reflectors have the mount integrated. The Profoto is my favourite out of the bunch for sure.

    • @stevemontgomery5495
      @stevemontgomery5495 Рік тому

      @@AbSesayPhoto So it can't be adapted to a Elinchrom speeding?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      @@stevemontgomery5495 The Profoto cannot. You can adapt an Elinchrom light shaper to profoto, but sadly not the other way around.

  • @filibertkraxner305
    @filibertkraxner305 Рік тому

    Nice one. When I use hard light (which is pretty often), I go with a Bron P70 reflector, sometimes with one of the grids. Not exactly the same as your setup there (faster fall-off with the grids, wider spread without), but exactly right for my dance photography needs 🙂. More light also means faster recycle times with the same light output, which comes in very handy.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      The P70 is a beautiful reflector for sure. Yes, I love the fact that we get more efficiency. What broncolor lights are you using. I love broncolor as well, and their reflectors have the best build quaility.

    • @filibertkraxner305
      @filibertkraxner305 Рік тому +1

      @@AbSesayPhoto Hi Ab. You're absolutely right: build quality on the P70's (I have two) is really good. Those will last me my whole career, I'm sure. My main lights are two Broncolor Siros 800L's, with three older Bron monolights added if needed. But those have much slower t 0.1 times, so they can't freeze movement as well. I'd like to add a Move pack to boom up high but the cost is holding me back for now. On the whole, pretty happy with the Siroses though.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      @@filibertkraxner305 Yeah Broncolor makes great gear.

  • @danbrowning2418
    @danbrowning2418 Рік тому +1

    Great video, Ab. How does the telezoom differ from the Profoto Magnum? Also, softlight, no matter what.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Hi Dan, Yes I feel that when used as closer distances it is very different from the magnum. The magnum is wider. On the Profoto Pro heads is were you will find the most variation.

    • @jpdj2715
      @jpdj2715 Рік тому

      The "Telezoom" is (a) twice as expensive as the Magnum. (b) the zoom function is facilitated by the Profoto flash head, so "zoom" is available with a Magnum too. (c) with Telezoom listed as 20..30 degrees and Magnum as 25..50 degrees, you have the concentration of light in the 25..30 degrees zone that gives up to 2 EV more flash power. (d) the Telezoom has a smooth reflector, the Magnum has a faceted reflector. (e) when you were to compare these modifiers, setting them both to 25 degrees, you would not notice a big difference.

  • @charlesbrown8764
    @charlesbrown8764 Рік тому +1

    Soft light no matter what!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      It's in the works Charles. I'm excited to see what your thoughts on it once it is completed.

  • @marshabernstein1157
    @marshabernstein1157 Рік тому +1

    Great video - thank you. Can I ask you what type of mirror you used - it seemed to be pretty light and not a typical mirror. Thank you!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      It was a plexiglass mirror. So it is pretty light and flexible as well.

    • @marshabernstein1157
      @marshabernstein1157 Рік тому

      @@AbSesayPhoto thank you!!

  • @davidjones8070
    @davidjones8070 Рік тому

    I have to ask...when you use your strobe outdoors with the sun as well are you setting your white balance manually ? I really think as a presenter on Adorama your creativity is unmatched and the way you explain the processes you go through to get certain looks is fantastic.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Thank you, David. It depends but for this shoot I kept it at 5600k. I always keep it fixed never using auto and usually will keep it consistent during an entire shoot. For video, Ill be more selective because it is more difficult to change in post.

  • @Nypics
    @Nypics Рік тому

    Love this - hard light is so much more interesting (and unforgiving!) You mention the similarity to a fresnel - do you ever shoot with fresnels (there are several affordable options on the market), and if so which do you think is more flexible/valuable in your shoots?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      I have shot with Many Fresnels. I have the older profoto version that is now discontinued. Have not used a lot of what is currently out there for strobes.

  • @omarello666
    @omarello666 Рік тому

    just WoW

  • @micronet67
    @micronet67 Рік тому

    Soft light no matter what!😀

  • @nmelcam1
    @nmelcam1 Рік тому

    You can actually zoom to your content with any bowens mount reflector or softbox with a simple Godos AD200 / Flashpoint eVolv 200 or Godox/Flashpoint 300 with the S Mount Bracket as you can move the light in or out, specially the AD200 it has an over 5 inch total travel length within the S Bracket. Should try out one of these under $370 lights 🙂

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      I have an AD200 but have not used the S mount Barcket with it. Ill definitely have to try it.

  • @granbosou1
    @granbosou1 3 місяці тому +1

    Soft light no matter what

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 2 місяці тому

      I have two in my playlist. One is "10 Simple Photography Lighting Setups," and the other is "Lighting Hack: Create a giant scrim with rolls of diffusion.

  • @dexterbrown
    @dexterbrown 4 місяці тому

    Where would I find a mirror like the one used in this video?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 3 місяці тому +1

      Any plastics store that sales mirror plexi glass.

  • @user-mw1go7yc9w
    @user-mw1go7yc9w Рік тому

    Do you know how the reflector will replace the magnum with a bowens mount?❤

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Its focus will be more narrow. But I have not shot them side by side for a more direct answer.

  • @phillipmoore1697
    @phillipmoore1697 9 місяців тому

    Softlight

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 9 місяців тому

      If you check my playlist I created the video "10 simple photography lighting setups" Level Up wiith Ab Sesay. I really hope you enjoy it.

  • @user-pu7hs8co6v
    @user-pu7hs8co6v Місяць тому

    It seems hard to get a catchlight with only a reflector unless you place a big reflector close by.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 3 дні тому +1

      you have to have the light at the correct angle. Or have your model change the angle of their head.

  • @coolbic7240
    @coolbic7240 9 місяців тому

    soft light know matter what

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 9 місяців тому

      If you check my playlist I created the video "10 simple photography lighting setups" Level Up wiith Ab Sesay. I really hope you enjoy it.

  • @mordavian
    @mordavian 4 місяці тому

    Can i attach a speed ring adapter to use Westcott or Elinchrom on Broncolor Siros?

    • @abdulaisesaylivetestchanne3098
      @abdulaisesaylivetestchanne3098 4 місяці тому

      You'll probably have to purchase the Broncolor version of this reflector mentioned in the video. Broncolor is harder to adapt to.

  • @BarivanFilm
    @BarivanFilm Місяць тому

    Would such a reflector work well for a constant light and a 1500w fixture,

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Місяць тому

      Depends on the fixture would have to test it. It will definitely direct the light more and give less spill, but not sure about the cast shadows quality.

    • @BarivanFilm
      @BarivanFilm Місяць тому

      @AbSesayPhoto I use my custom-made LED light. LED has diameter 70mm

  • @gregshawphotography8828
    @gregshawphotography8828 Рік тому

    Yo Ab! I’m wondering if I can get the same look with an OCF Zoom Reflector and a OCF 2X3 softbox. What do you think?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      The outside shots will be similar. The studio shots I feel like the spread of both with be to much.

  • @Lucy-dk5cz
    @Lucy-dk5cz Рік тому

    @3:03 what light stand did you use? Was it the kupo one you recommended in the light stand video?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      Hi Lucy it is a Kupo High Roller Stand KS300112 is the catalogue number. Im using it here without wheels, but it normally comes with them.

  • @Lucy-dk5cz
    @Lucy-dk5cz Рік тому

    When you mounted the light outside how high did you have it? Also what Ws was the head and what were your camera settings. Not sure if my strobe could output the required amount.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +3

      The head was about 10-12 feet hight. About 30ft away. It was a Profoto B10Plus 500ws at full power I want to say it was f/4 at 1/125 ISO100 of a second. I was also shooting some shots using HSS at 1/500th of a second I belive at f1.7. Ill be like on Adorama twitch channel tonight at 7pm EST time if you toon in Ill have all the images open and can see exactly what my settings where. But I belive the answer above is accurate.

  • @LeCitadin1960
    @LeCitadin1960 Рік тому

    Second time I watch this video and if possible, can you tell me please which song and group play in the background?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      On my own, By Trent Thompson. it was licensed from Artlist Music

    • @LeCitadin1960
      @LeCitadin1960 Рік тому

      @@AbSesayPhoto Thank you!

  • @KuzBulat
    @KuzBulat Рік тому

    I have been in photography not so long ago, can you tell me how to make such a beautiful warm skin color? If I have a Profoto light, it has a temperature of 5600 kelvin somewhere, what temperature balance on the camera should be for such a beautiful color? After all, this is not retouching, but the shooting process itself. Maybe I'm asking a stupid question. Time Video 1:45

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      Hey Kuzma, Great Question. That is basically the color out of the camera and naturally produced by the light, if you getting cooler result when you shoot raw you can adjust the color temperature slider in your raw processor.

  • @tihochen7537
    @tihochen7537 Рік тому

    How about mola 15 or 16?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      I was torn on including the Rayo. Initially, I forgot, and with a 50-degree beam spread, it still is in the family, but I thought it may be better compared to the Magnum. Seeing you mention it though I am thinking maybe it was a miss.

  • @serg.films99
    @serg.films99 8 місяців тому

    Nice infos. But Fresnel is better.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 8 місяців тому

      I've learned never to say better without quantifying it. Are fresnelss better Bettor for focusing a COB LED, yes I would tend to agree. Better at replicating sunlight through windows. I tend to disagree unless you start to get into much larger fresnel lenses. Remember this reflector will probably get you 2-3 more effective stops than a Fresnel and the light patterns are simply different when working with a strobe light tube. The images in this video are proof of what this style of reflector is capable of.

  • @bleen2511
    @bleen2511 4 місяці тому

    So if I'm thinking about this correctly, these reflectors actually soften the light, right?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 3 місяці тому +1

      It makes the light source larger, so technically, based on the light source being larger relative to the subject's size, yes, but it also makes the light rays more directional, which can cause a source have more hard light qualities. So yes, and no.

    • @bleen2511
      @bleen2511 3 місяці тому

      @@AbSesayPhoto Thanks for replying! That's what I thought too.

  • @thomastuorto9929
    @thomastuorto9929 Рік тому

    Soft light mo matter what!

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      This video is in the works and I promise you it will not disappoint.

    • @thomastuorto9929
      @thomastuorto9929 Рік тому +1

      @@AbSesayPhoto Watched a few of your vids over some time & always found them high quality with great info.

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому

      @@thomastuorto9929 Thank you.

  • @2BSports
    @2BSports Рік тому

    Will this work with a B10x Plus or do I need to purchase the ocf zoom

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      For the shots with it posted outside it is mounted to a B10 Plus. So yes it will.

    • @2BSports
      @2BSports Рік тому

      Awesome!!!

  • @Kervinsphotography
    @Kervinsphotography Рік тому

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @JohnNg5
    @JohnNg5 Рік тому

    I saw a used Telezoom reflector at a decent price, but it has a few dents. Do you think this will affect the reflector?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto Рік тому +1

      I've used one with a few dents and didn't see it affect the light. This is a great question.

    • @JohnNg5
      @JohnNg5 Рік тому

      @@AbSesayPhoto Thank you. Might just go for it.

  • @stevenjohnson5599
    @stevenjohnson5599 7 місяців тому

    Soft light ?

    • @AbSesayPhoto
      @AbSesayPhoto 6 місяців тому

      I have a soft light video coming.

  • @motorone50
    @motorone50 4 місяці тому

    Softlight no matter what.

  • @sergiomiranda8857
    @sergiomiranda8857 Рік тому

    soft light no matter what

  • @vic_the_roman
    @vic_the_roman 8 місяців тому

    ♥💯

  • @jpdj2715
    @jpdj2715 Рік тому +1

    softlight, no matter what

  • @brad_in_yyc
    @brad_in_yyc Рік тому

    #RollNoMatterWhat