So do you SLR folks have fancy flashes to go with 'em? I obviously didn't expect much from my D60 built-in flash, but it works better than I thought it would. However, being at the age where I frequent friend's weddings and new family member arrivals, a large portion of my picture taking is dedicated to indoor use.

Some of the flashes on the market, though, easily approach the cost of the camera, which I find a bit offputting for someone who isn't looking to be a pro.

What do you people have, or recommend? Ideally I'd like a little brighter, and aimable so I don't get redeye and dark shadows behind people.

 

i use a external top mounted flash on my dSLR and a "flip-it" reflector to bounce the light.

http://www.dembflashproducts.com/

here is a decent example of bounce flash which will remove the red eye and the "harshness of direct flash"

http://potd.chrisempey.com/tips/archives/2...ounce_flash.php

 

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller...orToReadReviews

is an inexpensive option with good reviews. an SB-600 is pricier but a nice flash.

 

You wont like my answer. FTR, I use multiple lighting sources depending upon the situations.

I own and use lumedyne strobes,alien bees,hot lights, 580exII's natural light, barndoors, a demb flip it,in the studio i use even more goodies.

 

Ah, that looks like what I'm going for.... still a bit of $$ for a simple flash, but if it juves with camera control, then it seems worth it.

Thanks

 

^ get the dedicated flash module it will work in ettl which is what I assume will work best for you.

 

wife has the SB600. does an excellent job.
would really like a second slave unit to do backlighting.

 

I was at a big party the other day in a dark room and found I needed more light but I HATE using the built-in flash. I just never like the results - sooo harsh. What would be a good "budget" flash I can reflect off the ceiling or such if i were to carry just one in my small kit??

 

if you have a nikon you need something like the sb-600 or if you have a canon you need the canon 430ex.

both allow the flash head to tilt upwards. I wouldn't recommend the sb-200 that was shown doesn't tilt so it's a direct flash and it will just wash out your subject and probably still give you the red eye effect

 

Canon - i was looking at the 430 - good to know i was looking in the right direction. thanks.