For most photographers, the need for a reliable flash bracket is tantamount. It is essential especially for those who shoot on the go and will need to instantly rotate their camera on portrait mode. It can always be argued that a good bracket will most definitely determine a very good portrait shot from one that isn't.
I've been working for the Little White Wedding Chapel on the Las Vegas Strip for 2 years now. I've take photos of over 2,000 couples at this point in time. In this environment, a mobile studio is very important. Complete control of the lighting situation will determine a happy bride from one that isn't.
I purchased the boomerang a few months after I got hired at the chapel in 2010. It took me a while before I made the decision to get it. I reviewed several videos showing its use and read through several written reviews about it. Finally, I ordered it. The order included a plate specifically for my camera body's battery grip (MB-D10).
All I can say is, almost two years later, the damn thing still works exactly the way it did from day one. It is highly reliable and very very sturdy. It is quiet and moves from one position to the other and back flawlessly. It locks effortlessly and unlocks with a quick light touch.
It has very few basic moving parts, and whatever those parts are, they are of high quality. No plastic on this thing. It makes my camera look big but honestly I'm not bothered anymore. I will explain later and show you how a huge confluence of parts make my camera system very efficient.
At the chapel, I run around a lot, bump into things a lot. And flip the bracket many times. I can't rely on anything plastic. I am carrying a $3000 camera system with me so I need something that I can trust. And I think I've found the perfect combination into this system that I made and it includes the Boomerang. I found a system that I believe will turn any photographer into supercool mr. photographer man.
Now, going down into the details. My system includes a Nikon D300S body with an MB-D10 battery grip, a Nikkor 24-120mm 3.5 VRII lens, a Nikon SB-700 flash with sync cord, the promediagear boomerang and theblack rapid RS-4 camera strap.
I wear the strap on my left shoulder since I am right handed. This allows the camera to dangle on the side of my right hip and makes my camera ready to go within seconds. The camera is attached to the strap with a metal carabiner that slides along the strap when I raise my camera for use. My strap does not get caught around my neck or shoulders. It slides along my back and slides back into place when I bring my camera back down to my hips.
This combination of high quality and reliably items have allowed me to effectively take pictures of my clients every night with ease and with great results.
It makes my life easier and allows a greater range of creativity. Can I say anything bad about it? Well, maybe when I'm on portrait mode, the flash sits a tad high. That's about it.
Would I recommend it the boomerang? Yes.
Be aware though that your camera's effective height will immediately more than double with it. If you are a small person, this camera system might turn into a nightmare since it is not light. It weighs over 7lbs with the lens that I've indicated.
Thumbs up and 5 stars to the ProMediaGear Boomerang Flash Bracket. Same goes for theBlackrapid RS4 Camera Strap.
Andreo Jab Buhay
Resident Photographer-Little White Chapel, Las Vegas, NV USA
Life In Vegas Photography
I've been working for the Little White Wedding Chapel on the Las Vegas Strip for 2 years now. I've take photos of over 2,000 couples at this point in time. In this environment, a mobile studio is very important. Complete control of the lighting situation will determine a happy bride from one that isn't.
I purchased the boomerang a few months after I got hired at the chapel in 2010. It took me a while before I made the decision to get it. I reviewed several videos showing its use and read through several written reviews about it. Finally, I ordered it. The order included a plate specifically for my camera body's battery grip (MB-D10).
All I can say is, almost two years later, the damn thing still works exactly the way it did from day one. It is highly reliable and very very sturdy. It is quiet and moves from one position to the other and back flawlessly. It locks effortlessly and unlocks with a quick light touch.
It has very few basic moving parts, and whatever those parts are, they are of high quality. No plastic on this thing. It makes my camera look big but honestly I'm not bothered anymore. I will explain later and show you how a huge confluence of parts make my camera system very efficient.
At the chapel, I run around a lot, bump into things a lot. And flip the bracket many times. I can't rely on anything plastic. I am carrying a $3000 camera system with me so I need something that I can trust. And I think I've found the perfect combination into this system that I made and it includes the Boomerang. I found a system that I believe will turn any photographer into supercool mr. photographer man.
Now, going down into the details. My system includes a Nikon D300S body with an MB-D10 battery grip, a Nikkor 24-120mm 3.5 VRII lens, a Nikon SB-700 flash with sync cord, the promediagear boomerang and theblack rapid RS-4 camera strap.
I wear the strap on my left shoulder since I am right handed. This allows the camera to dangle on the side of my right hip and makes my camera ready to go within seconds. The camera is attached to the strap with a metal carabiner that slides along the strap when I raise my camera for use. My strap does not get caught around my neck or shoulders. It slides along my back and slides back into place when I bring my camera back down to my hips.
This combination of high quality and reliably items have allowed me to effectively take pictures of my clients every night with ease and with great results.
It makes my life easier and allows a greater range of creativity. Can I say anything bad about it? Well, maybe when I'm on portrait mode, the flash sits a tad high. That's about it.
Would I recommend it the boomerang? Yes.
Be aware though that your camera's effective height will immediately more than double with it. If you are a small person, this camera system might turn into a nightmare since it is not light. It weighs over 7lbs with the lens that I've indicated.
Thumbs up and 5 stars to the ProMediaGear Boomerang Flash Bracket. Same goes for theBlackrapid RS4 Camera Strap.
Andreo Jab Buhay
Resident Photographer-Little White Chapel, Las Vegas, NV USA
Life In Vegas Photography
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