FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS: Speedlight Settings & Modes Explained (GET TO KNOW YOUR FLASH)

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  • Опубліковано 15 лип 2024
  • Are you new to flash photography? In this video I breakdown the different settings and modes for speedlights so you can understand your flash better. | #FlashPhotography #SpeedlightBasics #FlashPhotographySettings
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  • @AdrianLardPhoto
    @AdrianLardPhoto  2 роки тому +16

    WATCH NEXT: Off camera flash for beginners step by step guide👉👉 ua-cam.com/video/BPNdAjFPRrQ/v-deo.html

  • @jennyreyes1840
    @jennyreyes1840 2 роки тому +112

    Finally someone who breaks it down so easily & covers all the stuff I want to know about 🙏

  • @peterc2248
    @peterc2248 Рік тому +167

    Hello from London, UK. I think you're one of the few American photography guys I've watched that isn't overly loud and brash. Just laid back, honest and very likeable. Clear concise and honest explanations - great video, thanks.

    • @rl2862
      @rl2862 Рік тому +17

      You gotta be tough to make in the US. We breed competitiveness.

    • @Lizzzzzzy921
      @Lizzzzzzy921 Рік тому

      There are plenty British photography douchetubers that are annoying af what on earth are you on about mate?

    • @hiabiy
      @hiabiy 7 місяців тому

      @@rl2862 US breeds poverty, greed, and crippling financial recessions disguised as "competitiveness". its one of the ghetto-est first world countries ever

    • @thehighvibe5528
      @thehighvibe5528 4 місяці тому +1

      i agree -- God bless you and the fam

  • @proxied8075
    @proxied8075 Рік тому +25

    What are the Basics of Flash Photography?
    Modes:
    1. Manual: change output manually.
    2. TTL: automatically determines output.
    3. Multi: more control... set flash to fire multiple times + intervals.
    Flash Power: 1/1 → 1/256 | brightest → darkest
    - Brighter can increase recycle time.
    - Adrian typically shoots 1/32 ~ 1/16.
    Flash Zoom: Spread/size of flash,
    - Some have auto setting
    - Generally, match to lens eg. 35mm 85mm etc
    Channels: communication between flash & trigger
    - Match between flash & trigger
    - If multiple photographers, use separate channels
    Groups: can assign different flashes to each group

  • @danibrown8735
    @danibrown8735 Рік тому +11

    I’ve been shooting for years, and have also been a little confused about my flash. You explained exactly what I wanted to know. Such a simple but concise explanation. Thank you!

  • @eileenwisco
    @eileenwisco Рік тому +1

    Love love love how simple this video is! I’ve watched a lot of UA-cam videos where I end up confused but man this is hands down the best video to refer to for anyone wanting to learn speedlight!

  • @chaaaaaaaad
    @chaaaaaaaad Рік тому +1

    I've watched a half a dozen videos on flash and this is the best one by far! Thank you for taking the time to explain all of this!

  • @user-ph6zn6yp7q
    @user-ph6zn6yp7q Рік тому +3

    This is a guy who is the type who is not afraid to pick something up and teach himself. Much respect to guys like him. I agree with just about everything he says. Great stuff bro. Keep it coming. Guys like you are how I learn. Thanks for your time and knowledge

  • @iansampson1103
    @iansampson1103 Рік тому +2

    THANKYOU! I needed the basics to get started and you provided just that. I look forward to watching more of your tutorials

  • @bookbindingtips
    @bookbindingtips Рік тому +1

    Thank you! A clear and understandable introduction without all the jargon - exactly what I needed!!

  • @brucehart706
    @brucehart706 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much. At long last someone who understands the needs of his viewers. Great help.

  • @davidschulder5241
    @davidschulder5241 Рік тому +2

    Thank you. Great beginner discussion, perfect for people like me. You explained the basic idea on so many functions. For instance, I had NO IDEA what that use was for the bounce card. Thanks a lot Dude.

  • @Eyeamsurreal
    @Eyeamsurreal Рік тому +3

    Simple, concise and informative. Well done, Adrian. Thank you very much!!

  • @dakotatyrrell7618
    @dakotatyrrell7618 Рік тому +3

    Just wanted to let you know, a year later and your video is still helping people. Thank you

  • @Mr_D555
    @Mr_D555 Рік тому

    Wow, three days later I stumble across this video. You answered every question I had on my Godox TT685N settings. Thank You!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @briannathan5390
    @briannathan5390 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for the simple yet detailed information. You answered 75% of my questions in 10 minutes! 👊🏾👍🏾

  • @amyb4162
    @amyb4162 8 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for breaking this down in an easy to understand way! Covered all the info I was looking for!

  • @BeautyisWiild
    @BeautyisWiild Рік тому

    really helpful man! thanks for sharing this. I shoot mainly with natural light but looking to expand and get out of my comfort zone this year

  • @MilliStephania
    @MilliStephania Рік тому +1

    This was wonderful. Thank you for explaining it so seamlessly

  • @marqueshaynes8780
    @marqueshaynes8780 2 роки тому +11

    This was absolutely perfect. I'm a cinematographer and I am wanting to teach my kids portrait photography. So while this is easy for me to understand, you've given me the perfect tool to teach them. Thank you!!!!

    • @AdrianLardPhoto
      @AdrianLardPhoto  2 роки тому +1

      Wow, that's great to hear. I really appreciate this comment and I'm glad the video was helpful.

  • @ivonneelias6768
    @ivonneelias6768 4 місяці тому

    The most helpful and simple video I have found on Flash so far!! Thank you for making it so easy

  • @shaynacox312
    @shaynacox312 Рік тому

    Thank you so much!!! I have looked up so many videos and this actually makes sense!!! I am going to go check out your other videos now!

  • @theghostsofgiants
    @theghostsofgiants Рік тому +3

    I'm sure someone has already said this or something similar but multi mode is how in like a skateboard magazine you'll see a photo with like multiple images of a skater doing a single trick in one photo, it'll be a long exposure and the flash will illuminate the subject multiple times as it's changing position.

  • @CleanSlateFarm
    @CleanSlateFarm 2 роки тому +1

    Great job, Adrian. I played all afternoon with my new flash and you helped sort it our for me. Thanks!

  • @renam9530
    @renam9530 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much! I was having trouble finding a video that explained it in simple terms, but then I found your video and it’s super helpful.

  • @rjb9377
    @rjb9377 Рік тому +1

    excellent job describing the basics. you covered the foundation and gave good advice. and tips. most instruction from other photographers is not as good as yours because your approach is step by step like a well written recipe with no details missing. You start at the beginning and then continue to add info. You gave enough info for me to set up speed lights. THANKS. appreciated it and will look at your other videos on lighting

  • @georgejean-noel6021
    @georgejean-noel6021 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome explanation of flash. Thanks for even being transparent about not using Multi mode itll force folks to go learn more about it.

  • @twentyoneplusvideo0472
    @twentyoneplusvideo0472 2 роки тому +6

    Great video. I’ve steered clear from flash, because I’ve always been intimidated.
    This breaks it down pretty easily. 😀

    • @AdrianLardPhoto
      @AdrianLardPhoto  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Mark. It can be confusing when you first start for sure. My advice is take it slow and try to learn one thing at a time.

  • @Seeit.Frameit.Loveit.
    @Seeit.Frameit.Loveit. Рік тому

    Thank you! Been struggling with understanding my flash - Your video has been extremely helpful! 👍

  • @EyeAmDiamondphotog
    @EyeAmDiamondphotog Рік тому +13

    This is literally the first of about 100 videos I’ve searched in the past 2 days that actually explained what it is, what it does, and how to use it. Definitely subscribed!

    • @AdrianLardPhoto
      @AdrianLardPhoto  Рік тому +1

      That's great to hear, Diamond! Thanks for subscribing...welcome to the community.

  • @leishalesley8655
    @leishalesley8655 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you Adrian, that was so helpful!

  • @manofgod2650
    @manofgod2650 Рік тому +1

    You just made everything clear and easy to understand 😌 ✨️ 🙌

  • @adreaminfocus
    @adreaminfocus Рік тому

    That was AMAZING. Thank you so much. I have been utterly baffled and this is the best and clearest video out there. I have just subscribed

  • @MurrayVader-xp8iv
    @MurrayVader-xp8iv 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for this video. Even after doing photography for over 50 I have had trouble with flash photography. This helped a lot.

  • @peterdowse5816
    @peterdowse5816 Рік тому

    Many thanks, clear and simple explanation, watched so many but this is the clearest.

  • @Its_franky_2025
    @Its_franky_2025 4 місяці тому

    Thank you soo much sir❤ looking for the basica of flash settings.. I searched alot . n finally got this one video on youtube..that helps to understand the basica..an yours experience is valuable to us❤

  • @txphotography6637
    @txphotography6637 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank You!! Straight to the point and easy to understand....FINALLY! New subscriber!

  • @kmc669
    @kmc669 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for a great video. Well explained and simple to understand!!!

  • @RixieLynn
    @RixieLynn 10 місяців тому

    That is exactly the information I was looking for. Thank you!

  • @avaneesha9571
    @avaneesha9571 Рік тому

    Thanks for making this video. I just bought a flashlight and I got a lot of information about how to use this. 👍🏻

  • @emilyhichue3789
    @emilyhichue3789 Рік тому

    THANK YOU! This was the best video on flash.

  • @alexlim5334
    @alexlim5334 Рік тому

    Thanks man helped so much, TTL wasn’t workin for me on my last gig and I knew I needed to know how to control it.

  • @kimberlee8538
    @kimberlee8538 Рік тому

    Just got a new flash and was clueless. Super. helpful!

  • @ramonmurray_
    @ramonmurray_ 6 місяців тому

    Thanks for this video, it really helped a lot and broke everything down in a very easy way to understand.

  • @DamianH07
    @DamianH07 11 місяців тому

    just throwing it out there, you do an excellent job explaining. i know this is a bit older video but hey you did a awesome job. Keep it up i am just starting off with external flashes i just picked up a TT685ii

  • @toriwiley3372
    @toriwiley3372 Місяць тому

    Short and to the point, love it.

  • @_aglet
    @_aglet 4 місяці тому

    finally after 75 videos one that actually helped, bless you 🙏

  • @erolkip4408
    @erolkip4408 Рік тому

    Tnx for dumming down, straight going too it AND soundproofing? Sounds good, tnx man.

  • @josephpetty2268
    @josephpetty2268 Рік тому +5

    This definitely was the easiest to understand settings tutorial I've found. Simple, to the point and easy to grasp!

    • @AdrianLardPhoto
      @AdrianLardPhoto  Рік тому +2

      Thanks Joseph!

    • @josephpetty2268
      @josephpetty2268 Рік тому +1

      @@AdrianLardPhoto no problem! I just bought a Godox V350S and I have a shoot for a formally dressed birthday party (a very good friend of mine). It's going to be getting dark when they arrive and I needed some fill light and needed to know how to use my settings PRONTO lol

  • @robertavery8002
    @robertavery8002 Рік тому

    Great video - very helpful for me as a beginner Many thanks Adrian.

  • @jenniferc4834
    @jenniferc4834 Рік тому

    I really appreciate this video I learned so much! Wow great job.

  • @ezkeyl
    @ezkeyl Рік тому

    Thanks! Real talk for my step into darkess...flash photography!

  • @lawrencesheridan413
    @lawrencesheridan413 Рік тому

    great explanation for anyone new to the flash and its terminologies 👍👍

  • @gibsonwashere6005
    @gibsonwashere6005 Рік тому

    Thank you for doing this. It was very helpful.

  • @JfhuTheJedi
    @JfhuTheJedi 15 днів тому

    This video is all I needed to refresh my memory. Thanks bro!

  • @Jezt3r
    @Jezt3r Рік тому

    Thanks man, chill video, explained it very well for someone who is also new to the flash game.

  • @dawnstroud7879
    @dawnstroud7879 Рік тому +1

    I typically shoot outdoors. I got roped into shooting a wedding next month. I just purchased a flash. This crash course was a Godsend! Thanks so much! Happy snapping! ☺️

    • @AdrianLardPhoto
      @AdrianLardPhoto  Рік тому +1

      You're welcome. Good luck with your wedding next month!

  • @lynnekaplan8103
    @lynnekaplan8103 9 місяців тому

    Very helpful. You answered most of my questions so I didn't have to waste time looking each one up. And even more importantly, you broke it down in such a user-friendly way that you reduced my intimation big-time.

  • @bpbijesh
    @bpbijesh 5 місяців тому

    So well explained man. Thank you. This was the perfect vedio to get started

  • @kaitlinhorner9631
    @kaitlinhorner9631 8 місяців тому

    This was so helpful and humble, thank you!!

  • @joelhinman705
    @joelhinman705 Рік тому

    Nicely done. Good delivery, clear & straightforward. Found it really helpful. On to the next..

  • @Stu-Pid861
    @Stu-Pid861 Рік тому +2

    I teach photography in the UK. This is one of the best UA-cam explanation videos I’ve seen. I loved the fact there wasn’t the usual American bollox at the start of how freaking awesome everything is…you might get a few hundred students subscribe… excellent work fella. 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸

  • @EmpireBeatMagazine
    @EmpireBeatMagazine Рік тому

    This was a great easy too understand video. Well done!

  • @CicadaAndCo
    @CicadaAndCo 5 місяців тому

    Super clear and helpful, thanks so much!

  • @Ian_R_Anderson
    @Ian_R_Anderson Рік тому

    Very helpful thank you! Keep up the good work 🙌

  • @falieshalinebaugh1022
    @falieshalinebaugh1022 2 місяці тому

    THANK YOU! SO helpful!

  • @timmyvong7016
    @timmyvong7016 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for this Video make ,it a little easier to understand the flash,

  • @maryday5924
    @maryday5924 24 дні тому

    Yes it was easy to understand. Thank you.

  • @nosnook
    @nosnook 2 місяці тому

    Thank you !!!!
    You made it easy to understand. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you !!!!!!!

  • @msimple
    @msimple Місяць тому

    thanks this is a fantastic tutorial I am just learning and this is super helpful

  • @nisijamusicentertainments3867

    Thanks for making it clear.

  • @CMGreenberg124
    @CMGreenberg124 Рік тому

    This video helped me so much! Thank you!

  • @haleyrudd101
    @haleyrudd101 Місяць тому

    The video we all needed. Thank you.

  • @danaburton6542
    @danaburton6542 Рік тому

    Thank you! So helpful!

  • @davemartin4456
    @davemartin4456 11 місяців тому

    Very well explained thank you so much from London UK

  • @tamifromboise1167
    @tamifromboise1167 4 місяці тому

    Thanks.. helped so much!

  • @katrinaosorio2134
    @katrinaosorio2134 Рік тому

    This was super informative thank you!

  • @AbveTheClouds
    @AbveTheClouds Рік тому

    So awesome, thank you!

  • @lugardosarodion
    @lugardosarodion Рік тому

    Wow, thank you very much

  • @tolustudio
    @tolustudio Рік тому

    Thank you. Good video and I leraning somthing new everytime :)

  • @user-gx5dz7xc5t
    @user-gx5dz7xc5t 7 місяців тому

    Thanks you so much!

  • @brownbutterflyy1058
    @brownbutterflyy1058 Рік тому +1

    Maaaaan thank you soooo much!! Finally a flash video that I can understand! I'm shooting an indoor wedding next wknd, no windows and I was starting to freak out 😩 your video helped tremendously! Thank You🙏🏾💙

    • @g.frankenberg
      @g.frankenberg Рік тому +1

      How did it go? Any pics you want/are allowed to share?

  • @SophSows
    @SophSows Рік тому

    Super helpful video, thank you!

  • @davidmeadows5071
    @davidmeadows5071 Рік тому

    Thanks very insightful!

  • @user-jw6xo7op9w
    @user-jw6xo7op9w 11 місяців тому

    This video is simply great. ❤😂 thanks

  • @tobyclarke4717
    @tobyclarke4717 7 місяців тому

    Thank you. This was really helpful.

  • @yanabarnes3986
    @yanabarnes3986 Рік тому

    Thanks so much for this video! This is the first video I've seen about using a speedlight that I fully understand.

  • @jenniferdiane
    @jenniferdiane 5 місяців тому

    Thank you so much! This is a great video! I am shooting a weddings in 28 days and I just bought my first external flash 😅

  • @SuccessmarketingWEB
    @SuccessmarketingWEB 3 місяці тому

    Thank you. God bless

  • @MERCERMILLIONS
    @MERCERMILLIONS 2 місяці тому

    great info thank you

  • @tonymoore3239
    @tonymoore3239 Рік тому

    Thank you Adrian

  • @timfdubois
    @timfdubois 2 роки тому

    Excellent Video for beginners.

  • @thesingfamilyfilms7632
    @thesingfamilyfilms7632 Рік тому

    Very helpful, thanks!

  • @temtagesson1162
    @temtagesson1162 5 місяців тому

    Great video and I like the way you explained it.

  • @9horizon40
    @9horizon40 3 місяці тому

    such an nice video . got what i came for with a very nice explaination . loved the vid . thank you
    😄

  • @cyd85
    @cyd85 2 роки тому

    Great video, thank you !

  • @raymika2804
    @raymika2804 3 місяці тому

    Thank you i bought a cheap canon 580ex i think it's called now i know a little more about using speedlight thank you

  • @manchemram
    @manchemram 7 днів тому

    THANK YOU SO MUCH.

  • @dogasawa
    @dogasawa 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you! This was very informative!

  • @BLicMediaCo
    @BLicMediaCo 2 роки тому

    bro, thanks for not having any BS in this video... straight to the point. helped me out thanks homie

    • @AdrianLardPhoto
      @AdrianLardPhoto  2 роки тому

      You're welcome Brian! I'm glad it was helpful.