That Angler softbox is just way too cool. I have a 48" parabolic soft box thats way too big for outdoors and was looking for a smaller one ..this looks perfect.
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine. What do you suggest?
Yesterday, being motivated by your previous video, I bought 2 pcs AD100 PRO. They are amazing! I was playing with them all afternon and came to the point that umbrelas & umbrella softboxes make the biggest sense for their fastness, because besides the weight of these small flashes it is their fast operabilty - at least for me. For us in Europe there are other alternatives to Angler - like Korean SMDV, which is priced almost same here. Anyway - thank you for another inspiring video 👍
Portable lightboxes, portable flashes, etc. are getting everyday more and more easy to use. I want some of those! But the problem is : I never stop buying gear!. Thanks for another excellent video!
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine. What do you suggest?
That was a very informative video Mr. Markus. May I just add that Cara's look, hair and fashion reminded me of a 'Bond Girl' shoot and setting. Very classy and sensual. Great Job!
I love my Angler softbox. I just noticed your wall of amazing images. Gorgeous! There's something so special when you see a print as opposed to seeing an image on a monitor.
I have a cheap softbox similar to the cheap one shown in the early part of this video. I took it out of its bag exactly once, and fumbled around with it in someone's house. It was awkward and I wound up not even using it. I used the S-bracket with it exactly once. So none of that was cheap, in fact it was a waste of money. If you have a studio, where lights seldom need to be broken down (?) then I can see where cheap = good. That said, if someone has a studio and regularly uses lights, a more expensive folder paid for itself long ago. I'm attracted to the run-and-gun ease of use here, and I think I'm now willing to pay for it.
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine. What do you suggest?
Yahoo! Well after I have bought 5 ad 200, we are switching to the 100, do you realize I have bought almost everything you have used in the past 2 years, right when I thought I had in all, you pull this out of the your hat. YAHOO!! good job
Amazing coverage as always. My lights and portable stands and lights are super heavy. I never worry about wind but I wish I had seen your show years ago. One of these days I have to switch everything.
I enjoy all your photography videos. You have such valueable information. Your concepts are crisp and clear and easy to understand. I have taking several online classes but I've learned so much from you that helped me bring my photography to the next level
This actually sux. As much as I love what you demonstrated here and it is really light, easy to setup and use, it's off the the store again to buy a whole new set of gear. Great video and I'm not shooting the messenger here lol😂
@@MarkusPix I use 4 godox qt series indoors (400s & 600s) and 4 ad200 for portability, but yes the S2 sux. The Ad-b2 is good for doubling the 200s when needed, but still a heavy piece of gear. Thanks for showing the lightweight easy to use modifiers that can be used also on the 200s with its adapter. 👍
Dude! So glad I came across your videos. I was about to go down some crazy rabbit holes with lighting.. Thanks man, truly appreciate the no nonsense content your putting out.
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine. What do you suggest?
@@photographer8486 I would suggest the Godox AD100 Pro along with the Angler soft box he is talking about in the video. I have also started using umbrellas.....they are cheap and really throw the light.
Great video. I was in the same boat with buyers remorse over my bulky, clunky S-brackets, that long top screw annoys me to no end. For those of us on the other side of the pond though, this Angler Fastbox is "strikingly similar" to the SMDV Speedbox Flip28G. I didnt want to buy yet another softbox, but these things are fantastic for portability! SMDV by the way sells all kinds of replacement parts and adapters for these boxes, which is handy. That Angle Grip light stand adapter can be purchased separately and they even have square, rectangular, and strip boxes with the same basic design. That said, they'll still have to bury me with my trusty umbrella softboxes, I'll never let them go!
SMDV is built the same way, but has FAR more options with interchangeable accessories between Angler and SMDV. Hard magnetic attached gels, larger sizes up to 43", large strips, 1x3 strips, lanterns, as well as a larger version of this exact design which is their new 32". The 32" is my new go-to lighting setup for a single key light. It's big enough to not have hard lines in the face. They also offer grids, and cost slightly less. Angler is nice but they hardly offer a full range of options.
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine. What do you suggest? ? @tpe4ever @rongreit9677
That setup is perfect! I'm using a light set up myself, although nothing as simple as yours. I'm using a 43" collapsible Godox umbrella and the Magmod magshoe 2 in combination with the ad200pro. It's nice for now 👍🏼
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine. What do you suggest?
I use the Angler Fastbox Pistol Grip on an AD200, then I used the metal back plate of an AD-S17 and a 3d printed adapter ring to attach Godox Mount softboxes like the AD-S60S - nice small modifier and no need for an S-bracket. The pistol grip angle adjustment can't bear the weight of the larger AD-S85 softbox, so I tend to use those with an AD300 or AD360ii (with my 3d adapter)
@@herbrockone5068 yes, the AS-S17 backplate uses the barebulb head, the 3dprinted speedring attaches to metal backplate with the bulb in the middle, and the Godox mount softboxes attach to the speedring - no large bowens mount soft box, no s-bracket.
Thansk for this, glad I found your channel. I have a 36 inch softbox that has the four ribs to fit into a Bowens mount I bet you could use that with this mount.
Thanks Markus for your reviews of portable and light soft boxes and lights. I’m like you and hate having to carry Bowen’s mount adapters and prefer to go as simple and light as possible.
Hi I love your work and way you explain everything about lights etc and everyone agree that you are great teacher but…most of us are beginners and we wonder what is best lights for beginners (can be one light or two-budget around 1000$ lights with soft box) because I strong believe you are right person to ask that important question Thank you and keep going guys
Before AD100 that would have been something like: 2 x AD200 2 x AD-S7 2 x AD-E2 2 x AD-S2 2 x Fosoto FT-190B Get a small fishing or tripod bag that would fit the long parts, either already set up (so that you unfold and that's it) or loose. Done!
When are you going to do an episode on monopods? Particularly , ones with a folding tripod base and a ball head that collapses into a compact size for travel.
I purchased the AD-AB adapter ring along with the Bowens mount adapter ring for the AD400 Pro. They work together for the AD300 Pro’s. I have a couple of the S Brackets too. They are big, heavy and clunky. But I would like honk they would sell an adapter ring for the 100. Idk, but it would make sense. And they’re nowhere near as heavy and clunky as the SBrackets, and they attach directly to the light and never have to be removed.
Not sure if I can purchase this in the UK. I love what you say about S Brackets. Newer made a plastic version of the old ones for a square flash only. You know I find your demeanor very uplifting. I get a little down sometimes and your videos give me quite a lift. Thanks.
I would love Angler did an adapter for the Nanlite / Viltrox FM mount (the small bowens mount) it would make for a perfect little package for these small lights!
Thank you Marcus for taking the time to make these videos you are my go to guy for lighting ideas and lighting set ups. I think you do a great job and I appreciate you.
S-bracket is not the lightest or smallest. But it is sturdy and strong for the purpose. It is excellent when having multiple different lights and that one Bowens mount. But only if you have that extra mass and size dialed in for your flash setups. S-bracket works in studio or indoor location, but not so great for on-the-go. Like traveling.
@@DezSantana there is multiple different "mobile" setups. One can be where your move from location to location and you have couple big wheeled bags. Other is that you go to on-site from the car, so car is near by and you have lot of stuff in the car anyways. Some is that you set up to shoots in many locations in the day, but you still need more than just flash and camera, and you have one bigger bag. Etc. But it doesn't work when you have one passenger bag and you do not have even space for anything else than maybe one small umbrella.
@@paristo I know how the S2 is used. I've had it for years. It's not compact, nor the perfect mobile option. I've used other adapters that worked better. This Angler product is intriguing.
@@DezSantana those don't replace the S-bracket. They are different for purpose. The S-bracket is for other use than when traveling just with one backpack or so. There is reason why studios has different equipment than when going to multiple different on-sites. Sometimes you don't need sturdy, flexible and time saving option because it is heavier and bigger. It is like monopod vs tripod vs string. Monopod is great when you run and gun, when you are moving, but in most traveling cases you just need string. But neither replaces a good tripod. I pack lot of stuff on my car just to be prepared for anything. I have from lightweight solutions to all the way to C-stands, and when I know I need it, I have studio stand as well for the camera. I have tools with me, from saws to ropes to drills etc. Because at any given time I can build all kind supports and get lights to temporal places for the effect. I have even a custom made 33 ft (11m) long monopod with capability to hold 2,4 kg weight straight to side, and it has only 2,8kg mass as made from aluminum, collapsible to just 2,6 meters. Even regardless I loved traveling with just a funnybag size bag, few lenses, flash, batteries etc, you are at best limited to be capable work in any situation. It is just another end of compromise spectrum, and S-bracket does shift it more towards the possibilities.
Sooo i fell in love with doubling up the 200 to make a 400 for my sports portiats sessions ( have to use HSS for sports movement) now im lost how to generate that scenario for 400.. but i looooove this 100 idea. Ugh you messed me and my adorama cart up 😂
I think I'm gonna sell my ad300 pro, buy a couple more ad100s and get a couple of these angler softboxes...for a solo guy like me who doesn't drive, these are game changing for my body.
@@Potalakh thank you for sharing. I haven't been able to stress test my ad300 yet but that's great to hear. I did recently use the ad100 in insane June afternoon heat here in Dubai. Thankfully I wasn't popping too many frequent flashes but it got insanely hot merely by the weather. I'll keep this in mind about the ad300.
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine. What do you suggest?@@Potalakh
This is a great video. I like the smallness and how light it looks. Is the adapter for the AD200 the same one for the speedlight? Now do I sell my AD200 and go with an AD100
Will it work with the V1 the Angular because those extra brackets look the same as V-1 just different color? I live right up the street always look for ya when driving thru Red Rock. Thanks for your help. At the moment Im looking for strobes I shoot Rodeos but am not sure if I can get away with 300?
Hi Markus, I'm probably late to the party but I still wonder, is there an option of a light modifier similar to the reflector you've shown in your AD200 video? Looking for an alternative to take pictures on the go without softboxes... Thanks!
This is the metal version www.adorama.com/fpsrbf.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwqoibBhDUARIsAH2OpWhOi7dq5ZEvzFdiPuex3JKszYkEBfciq9xLOyJngpHwjj2fIXDc_BYaApWAEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds& The plastic version came with the old Godox softboxes but you can still get them from AliExpress (with the softbox) www.aliexpress.us/item/2251801219171823.html?spm=a2g0o.order_detail.order_detail_item.5.23804f03qITC9T&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa It helps to glue washers to the tips so they grab better and don't dig into the light ua-cam.com/video/IQOl0fw5cXE/v-deo.html
@@MarkusPix Thank you so much brother for taking the time to respond. I really appreciate your content and commitment to helping those in the Photo community. PS : I also dwell in a Beach Community. Sunny Isles Fl. It’s the only way to live 🏝 ✌🏼
Hey Markus. My experience has been that it is extremely under powered. I was never able to expose for the sky and light up my subject as my shutter speed would have to be around SS500 while my aperture on my 35, 50, 85 being f1.4 or f1.8 whatever the widest aperture the lens allowed me.I even tried to remove the diffusing element from the light, not much difference.
Faster shutter requires HSS capability _just to fill the frame with light_ . regardless of how bright or dim the resulting light is. That's the "sync" part of High Speed Sync. And we know HSS is a huge power draw on the battery and more heat.
Does anyone here know where to get the adaptor seen at 2:20 in the video? Many thanks, and Markus - you are an inspiration. Watching your videos is a breath of fresh air!
Hi Markus, I love your obsession with small and light. This fast softbox looks pretty good, as does Cara - excellent as always. One thing though in any real wind (real world outdoors) a small stand with a 28" box is easy prey to wind and a smashed AD100/200. IMO as case of when, not if. This aside from an assistant to hold light/stand how do you ensure no 'blow overs' without adding additional (heavy) counterweight ballast. Even water bags are messy inconvenient and contradict your travel light approach. Just wondering how you deal with this issue?
MarkusPix you are a really cool reviewer, I really like your videos. Tell me please, do you also think that umbrella softboxes are bad (like Godox). It is better to use parabolic umbrellas like ub85/105/130 because they have a long needle where to hang the flash. Therefore, it is better to fill the modifier over its entire area. Right?
I love umbrella softboxes, I've used them for years ua-cam.com/video/LLChTZ8ZQec/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/UHENDYBEyGU/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/YszU25i3aMU/v-deo.html and ua-cam.com/video/6_83vp3fGGg/v-deo.html
Ok Markus I'm convinced about the ad100 pro but it costs 300€ here in Greece so I searched for a used one and a local shop has one for 200€,I can trade my TT650 and get it for 150€ but I'm concerned about the green cast.The gel you recommend in the previous video doesn't look like a safe option,I'm concerned about heat.What do you think about this deal?
Hi Marcus! Would you recommend the 28 over the 32? I know you've done extensive light stand reviews, what's portable stand would you recommend to fit this to?
The bigger the softbox, the better for soft light. I'll always pick the 32 and its not much bigger when collpased. My fav stand for stuff like this when traveling is the Impact LS-8 (8ft) www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1258466-REG/impact_ls_8ai_air_cushioned_light_stand_black.html They also have a 6ft and 10 ft. Very light weight and can even hold an AD600 ua-cam.com/video/DsayrjO_-gk/v-deo.html
I really like that your walls are covered with photos you’ve taken
That Angler softbox is just way too cool. I have a 48" parabolic soft box thats way too big for outdoors and was looking for a smaller one ..this looks perfect.
Is it actually parabolic?
@@darylnd it is parabola shaped so yes. It's the Glow Parabolic 48". Came bundled with an AD400Pro
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine.
What do you suggest?
Yesterday, being motivated by your previous video, I bought 2 pcs AD100 PRO. They are amazing! I was playing with them all afternon and came to the point that umbrelas & umbrella softboxes make the biggest sense for their fastness, because besides the weight of these small flashes it is their fast operabilty - at least for me. For us in Europe there are other alternatives to Angler - like Korean SMDV, which is priced almost same here. Anyway - thank you for another inspiring video 👍
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Super helpful, as always. Godox should pay you, since you've sold me on the AD100.
Thought the same, I’m sittning here thinking I should get two AD100 and that’s only thanks to Markus advice 😊
I just bought 2 of these and I started playing with them earlier tonight. These are incredible!
Yes they are!
Portable lightboxes, portable flashes, etc. are getting everyday more and more easy to use. I want some of those! But the problem is : I never stop buying gear!. Thanks for another excellent video!
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine.
What do you suggest?
Someone is loving his AD100 :) Love to see some love for Angler here. They have amazing modifiers.
Cara looks amazing in the final sparkly dress shots!!
Luv the silliness 1:22 And the education 🙂
Awesome Markus 🤩
Thank You For Your Amazing Tips Always 🔥
Man! I own like 6 stupidly heavy, bulkly set ups that I don't use cause they are heavy and bulkly and a pain in the ass! This is cool!!!!
That was a very informative video Mr. Markus. May I just add that Cara's look, hair and fashion reminded me of a 'Bond Girl' shoot and setting. Very classy and sensual. Great Job!
I love my Angler softbox. I just noticed your wall of amazing images. Gorgeous!
There's something so special when you see a print as opposed to seeing an image on a monitor.
That system seems perfect for you. Really glad you found it.
I have a cheap softbox similar to the cheap one shown in the early part of this video. I took it out of its bag exactly once, and fumbled around with it in someone's house. It was awkward and I wound up not even using it. I used the S-bracket with it exactly once. So none of that was cheap, in fact it was a waste of money. If you have a studio, where lights seldom need to be broken down (?) then I can see where cheap = good. That said, if someone has a studio and regularly uses lights, a more expensive folder paid for itself long ago.
I'm attracted to the run-and-gun ease of use here, and I think I'm now willing to pay for it.
this is it !! so glad you shared this !!!!! perfect
I love it when someone actually puts some freaking thought into designing products that actually work for those that use them. Well done Angler!
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine.
What do you suggest?
Yahoo! Well after I have bought 5 ad 200, we are switching to the 100, do you realize I have bought almost everything you have used in the past 2 years, right when I thought I had in all, you pull this out of the your hat. YAHOO!! good job
I'm not getting rid of my AD200s. There's a time and place for everything. The AD200s are for when I need or want to be super compact and lightweight.
Amazing coverage as always. My lights and portable stands and lights are super heavy. I never worry about wind but I wish I had seen your show years ago. One of these days I have to switch everything.
Really enjoying your new videos and the look of them! Great info too, keep it up.
Glad you like them!
just found your channel, love your energy! cant believe i've never stumbled across you before now. I'm a follower!
Welcome!!
just want to tell you I'm happy for you getting a YT shelf for these products. congrats. love your videos and your whole shebang.
I enjoy all your photography videos. You have such valueable information. Your concepts are crisp and clear and easy to understand. I have taking several online classes but I've learned so much from you that helped me bring my photography to the next level
Great to hear!
So happy I found this. Almost purchased the profoto.
This actually sux. As much as I love what you demonstrated here and it is really light, easy to setup and use, it's off the the store again to buy a whole new set of gear. Great video and I'm not shooting the messenger here lol😂
Hey if you like what you have and it works for you, then stick with it. I'm always looking for smaller, lighter, easier. It's an obsession
@@MarkusPix I use 4 godox qt series indoors (400s & 600s) and 4 ad200 for portability, but yes the S2 sux. The Ad-b2 is good for doubling the 200s when needed, but still a heavy piece of gear. Thanks for showing the lightweight easy to use modifiers that can be used also on the 200s with its adapter. 👍
I need to learn about lighting more. Thanks for your dedication to this.
Love this channel total honest review and the images wow!!!
used the Profoto version this week, so this is quite timely finding this channel.
Dude! So glad I came across your videos. I was about to go down some crazy rabbit holes with lighting.. Thanks man, truly appreciate the no nonsense content your putting out.
I'm a huge fan of your work
I appreciate your channel and the information you provide, thanks.
I’m another one looking for angler soft boxes. Thank you for such an informative video.
Great video, I purchased a AD100 a couples years ago and I haven't found a use for it, but this FastBox makes me find a purpose for the AD100.
This is the perfect setup for me. Glad I found your channel and reviews on this gear.
Awesome, thank you!
well darn it Markus, you got me wanting that 100 and the angler!! thanks for sharing!!!
Sorry 😁
Wow! Outstanding video. Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you and subscribed!
Thank you. I am nervous about purchasing my first light and this is insightful
What a great system! Love it.
Your videos are gold, thank you so much!! I have totally revamped my lighting setup in the past couple months, thanks to your videos!
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine.
What do you suggest?
@@photographer8486 I would suggest the Godox AD100 Pro along with the Angler soft box he is talking about in the video. I have also started using umbrellas.....they are cheap and really throw the light.
Great video. I was in the same boat with buyers remorse over my bulky, clunky S-brackets, that long top screw annoys me to no end. For those of us on the other side of the pond though, this Angler Fastbox is "strikingly similar" to the SMDV Speedbox Flip28G. I didnt want to buy yet another softbox, but these things are fantastic for portability! SMDV by the way sells all kinds of replacement parts and adapters for these boxes, which is handy. That Angle Grip light stand adapter can be purchased separately and they even have square, rectangular, and strip boxes with the same basic design. That said, they'll still have to bury me with my trusty umbrella softboxes, I'll never let them go!
SMDV is built the same way, but has FAR more options with interchangeable accessories between Angler and SMDV. Hard magnetic attached gels, larger sizes up to 43", large strips, 1x3 strips, lanterns, as well as a larger version of this exact design which is their new 32". The 32" is my new go-to lighting setup for a single key light. It's big enough to not have hard lines in the face. They also offer grids, and cost slightly less. Angler is nice but they hardly offer a full range of options.
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine.
What do you suggest? ? @tpe4ever @rongreit9677
I love it. You do such great videos that the short and interesting. They are always very informative. Thanks for sharing this information.
😃 Every time I watch you, I want to buy something! 😅
Thanks all the good insight, looking fwd to your next informative video.
That setup is perfect! I'm using a light set up myself, although nothing as simple as yours. I'm using a 43" collapsible Godox umbrella and the Magmod magshoe 2 in combination with the ad200pro. It's nice for now 👍🏼
I'm thinking of this exact set up. Do you use the extension for the Ad200?
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine.
What do you suggest?
I love the Roundflash Dish and the Photek Softlighter
Well, I know which soft box I'm getting next! That was way too easy! Thanks Markus. 😁😁
cool video, beautiful shots - love it
Thanks! My Wish kit keeps getting bigger!
Your house is “so you”.
So unique!
I use the Angler Fastbox Pistol Grip on an AD200, then I used the metal back plate of an AD-S17 and a 3d printed adapter ring to attach Godox Mount softboxes like the AD-S60S - nice small modifier and no need for an S-bracket. The pistol grip angle adjustment can't bear the weight of the larger AD-S85 softbox, so I tend to use those with an AD300 or AD360ii (with my 3d adapter)
I'm trying to visualize, is that so you can use the bare bulb of the ad200 right? If so that's awesome
@@herbrockone5068 yes, the AS-S17 backplate uses the barebulb head, the 3dprinted speedring attaches to metal backplate with the bulb in the middle, and the Godox mount softboxes attach to the speedring - no large bowens mount soft box, no s-bracket.
This video helped me a ton. Keep posting more
Thansk for this, glad I found your channel. I have a 36 inch softbox that has the four ribs to fit into a Bowens mount I bet you could use that with this mount.
This is so cool! Thanks for sharing!
Brilliant!!! Thanks Marcus!
Thanks Markus for your reviews of portable and light soft boxes and lights. I’m like you and hate having to carry Bowen’s mount adapters and prefer to go as simple and light as possible.
Fastest set-up on wild west =)
Hi
I love your work and way you explain everything about lights etc and everyone agree that you are great teacher but…most of us are beginners and we wonder what is best lights for beginners (can be one light or two-budget around 1000$ lights with soft box) because I strong believe you are right person to ask that important question
Thank you and keep going guys
Before AD100 that would have been something like:
2 x AD200
2 x AD-S7
2 x AD-E2
2 x AD-S2
2 x Fosoto FT-190B
Get a small fishing or tripod bag that would fit the long parts, either already set up (so that you unfold and that's it) or loose. Done!
@@marcinmrzyglocki oczywiście nie ważna cena dla mnie jeśli chodzi o oświetlenie. to te 2 lub 3 lampy kupię bo Głównie do sesji w plenerze
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Hey! thank you for the tips!
The godox umbrella soft box is my most used modifier
It's awesome isn't it
When are you going to do an episode on monopods? Particularly , ones with a folding tripod base and a ball head that collapses into a compact size for travel.
I just did
Love this video. Saved!!
I purchased the AD-AB adapter ring along with the Bowens mount adapter ring for the AD400 Pro. They work together for the AD300 Pro’s. I have a couple of the S Brackets too. They are big, heavy and clunky. But I would like honk they would sell an adapter ring for the 100. Idk, but it would make sense. And they’re nowhere near as heavy and clunky as the SBrackets, and they attach directly to the light and never have to be removed.
Great video
Not sure if I can purchase this in the UK. I love what you say about S Brackets. Newer made a plastic version of the old ones for a square flash only. You know I find your demeanor very uplifting. I get a little down sometimes and your videos give me quite a lift. Thanks.
Well done. Thanks
G R E A T !!!!!...Thanks a lot!!!
I'm with you, brother, I hate S brackets too
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I would love Angler did an adapter for the Nanlite / Viltrox FM mount (the small bowens mount) it would make for a perfect little package for these small lights!
What is even greater it has a built in fan exactly what the ad200 is missing. I might end up buying one. Way too cool.
Thank you Marcus for taking the time to make these videos you are my go to guy for lighting ideas and lighting set ups. I think you do a great job and I appreciate you.
AMAIZING
Markus please come to ShutterFest 2024 fellow photogs will LOVE you like I do. #shutterfest #salsincota
Thank you!
Every time I tried to use a soft box or umbrella outside, it was me versus the wind.
S-bracket is not the lightest or smallest. But it is sturdy and strong for the purpose.
It is excellent when having multiple different lights and that one Bowens mount.
But only if you have that extra mass and size dialed in for your flash setups.
S-bracket works in studio or indoor location, but not so great for on-the-go. Like traveling.
Why it stays home in my home studio. Good for staying put. Not so much for mobile.
@@DezSantana there is multiple different "mobile" setups.
One can be where your move from location to location and you have couple big wheeled bags.
Other is that you go to on-site from the car, so car is near by and you have lot of stuff in the car anyways.
Some is that you set up to shoots in many locations in the day, but you still need more than just flash and camera, and you have one bigger bag.
Etc.
But it doesn't work when you have one passenger bag and you do not have even space for anything else than maybe one small umbrella.
@@paristo I know how the S2 is used. I've had it for years. It's not compact, nor the perfect mobile option. I've used other adapters that worked better. This Angler product is intriguing.
@@DezSantana those don't replace the S-bracket. They are different for purpose.
The S-bracket is for other use than when traveling just with one backpack or so.
There is reason why studios has different equipment than when going to multiple different on-sites.
Sometimes you don't need sturdy, flexible and time saving option because it is heavier and bigger.
It is like monopod vs tripod vs string.
Monopod is great when you run and gun, when you are moving, but in most traveling cases you just need string. But neither replaces a good tripod.
I pack lot of stuff on my car just to be prepared for anything. I have from lightweight solutions to all the way to C-stands, and when I know I need it, I have studio stand as well for the camera.
I have tools with me, from saws to ropes to drills etc. Because at any given time I can build all kind supports and get lights to temporal places for the effect.
I have even a custom made 33 ft (11m) long monopod with capability to hold 2,4 kg weight straight to side, and it has only 2,8kg mass as made from aluminum, collapsible to just 2,6 meters.
Even regardless I loved traveling with just a funnybag size bag, few lenses, flash, batteries etc, you are at best limited to be capable work in any situation. It is just another end of compromise spectrum, and S-bracket does shift it more towards the possibilities.
@@paristo You're not teaching me anything new. I've been doing this a long time. Already know this.
love it, so easy, but i dont mind the cheap one either
Sooo i fell in love with doubling up the 200 to make a 400 for my sports portiats sessions ( have to use HSS for sports movement) now im lost how to generate that scenario for 400.. but i looooove this 100 idea. Ugh you messed me and my adorama cart up 😂
Yahoo! Markus why have you never tried any of mag mod gear? It would be great to see how far you could take the?
I think I'm gonna sell my ad300 pro, buy a couple more ad100s and get a couple of these angler softboxes...for a solo guy like me who doesn't drive, these are game changing for my body.
Take your time, ad300 is a tank and doesnt overheat as fast as ad100. )
@@Potalakh thank you for sharing. I haven't been able to stress test my ad300 yet but that's great to hear. I did recently use the ad100 in insane June afternoon heat here in Dubai. Thankfully I wasn't popping too many frequent flashes but it got insanely hot merely by the weather. I'll keep this in mind about the ad300.
I am going to start learning flash photography. I want a not too heavily priced, lightweight, portable setup that I can take with me wherever I go to cultivate and continue this new hobby of mine.
What do you suggest?@@Potalakh
Thank you.
All good but difference in color temperature of 800 kelvin between Ad100 and Ad300 so difficult to use them together
This is a great video. I like the smallness and how light it looks. Is the adapter for the AD200 the same one for the speedlight? Now do I sell my AD200 and go with an AD100
Keep the 200, it's great. The 100 is a great supplemental light to have when you want something small. Yes the speedlight head
i got the angler softbox and was amazed how easy it was
Will it work with the V1 the Angular because those extra brackets look the same as V-1 just different color? I live right up the street always look for ya when driving thru Red Rock. Thanks for your help. At the moment Im looking for strobes I shoot Rodeos but am not sure if I can get away with 300?
Hi Markus, I'm probably late to the party but I still wonder, is there an option of a light modifier similar to the reflector you've shown in your AD200 video? Looking for an alternative to take pictures on the go without softboxes... Thanks!
The AD100 doesn't need one, it's great right out of the box
@@MarkusPix really good news! Thank you!
Great video!!! Adding to the cart! Do they sell “handheld grip” separately?
It comes with a bracket you can use as a handle, but I never need those, I just hold it like a can of soda
I immediatly bought in, want to replace my AD200 travel kit with a AD100 based kit, but unfortunatly, this softbox is not availble in Europe 😩
👍👍👍Thank you!
The bestest!
smdv flip branded products = angler fastbox??
Alway awesome information 🙌🏼 Quick question what is the brand & link for the light weight plastic universal ash head bracket - stand adapter ? Thanks
This is the metal version www.adorama.com/fpsrbf.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwqoibBhDUARIsAH2OpWhOi7dq5ZEvzFdiPuex3JKszYkEBfciq9xLOyJngpHwjj2fIXDc_BYaApWAEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds&
The plastic version came with the old Godox softboxes but you can still get them from AliExpress (with the softbox) www.aliexpress.us/item/2251801219171823.html?spm=a2g0o.order_detail.order_detail_item.5.23804f03qITC9T&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa
It helps to glue washers to the tips so they grab better and don't dig into the light ua-cam.com/video/IQOl0fw5cXE/v-deo.html
@@MarkusPix Thank you so much brother for taking the time to respond. I really appreciate your content and commitment to helping those in the Photo community.
PS : I also dwell in a Beach Community. Sunny Isles Fl. It’s the only way to live 🏝 ✌🏼
Hey Markus. My experience has been that it is extremely under powered. I was never able to expose for the sky and light up my subject as my shutter speed would have to be around SS500 while my aperture on my 35, 50, 85 being f1.4 or f1.8 whatever the widest aperture the lens allowed me.I even tried to remove the diffusing element from the light, not much difference.
That's what ND filters are for :-)
@@MarkusPix Nd or cranking the shutter will result in the same power draw to get a proper exposure.
@GastonShutters…Do you think that the AD200 would have been a better option for the output deficiency of the AD200?
Faster shutter requires HSS capability _just to fill the frame with light_ . regardless of how bright or dim the resulting light is. That's the "sync" part of High Speed Sync. And we know HSS is a huge power draw on the battery and more heat.
Does anyone here know where to get the adaptor seen at 2:20 in the video? Many thanks, and Markus - you are an inspiration. Watching your videos is a breath of fresh air!
Hi Markus, I love your obsession with small and light. This fast softbox looks pretty good, as does Cara - excellent as always.
One thing though in any real wind (real world outdoors) a small stand with a 28" box is easy prey to wind and a smashed AD100/200. IMO as case of when, not if. This aside from an assistant to hold light/stand how do you ensure no 'blow overs' without adding additional (heavy) counterweight ballast. Even water bags are messy inconvenient and contradict your travel light approach. Just wondering how you deal with this issue?
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thanks MarkusPix
MarkusPix you are a really cool reviewer, I really like your videos. Tell me please, do you also think that umbrella softboxes are bad (like Godox). It is better to use parabolic umbrellas like ub85/105/130 because they have a long needle where to hang the flash. Therefore, it is better to fill the modifier over its entire area. Right?
I love umbrella softboxes, I've used them for years
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Thank for the video, ad100pro can work pluged to power or only bateries? Thanks
Ok Markus I'm convinced about the ad100 pro but it costs 300€ here in Greece so I searched for a used one and a local shop has one for 200€,I can trade my TT650 and get it for 150€ but I'm concerned about the green cast.The gel you recommend in the previous video doesn't look like a safe option,I'm concerned about heat.What do you think about this deal?
The Roscoe gel is what Hollywood uses on super hot lights, so its not anything to worry about.
@@MarkusPix Thanks for your reply,I think I'm gonna proceed on purchasing with your blessings 🙏
super bro
Hi Marcus! Would you recommend the 28 over the 32?
I know you've done extensive light stand reviews, what's portable stand would you recommend to fit this to?
The bigger the softbox, the better for soft light. I'll always pick the 32 and its not much bigger when collpased. My fav stand for stuff like this when traveling is the Impact LS-8 (8ft) www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1258466-REG/impact_ls_8ai_air_cushioned_light_stand_black.html
They also have a 6ft and 10 ft. Very light weight and can even hold an AD600 ua-cam.com/video/DsayrjO_-gk/v-deo.html
@@MarkusPix Awesome!! Thanks so much for the reply. I very much appreciate it :)
do you have any videos going over what softbox size we should buy?