What ring flash do I need for a Nikon 5000 and how much can I expect to pay?
I really want to get a ring flash for my Nikon 5000 camera but I'm not sure where to start. I just want to basically get the cheapest thing (but to spend enough so it does a good job!) and don't know where to start, can anyone help advise me? I just have the regular lens for my camera… (18-55) and not sure where to start. Also, does anyone know once I buy the ring flash, do I need anythng else to say connect it etc?
I believe this is the type of ring flash you are looking for, and it is on sale apparently for $47:
Nikon's solution, which you may have seen on the CSI tv show, is extremely nice and horribly expensive.http://www.nikonusa.com/Find-Your-Nikon/Product/Flashes/4803/R1C1-Wireless-Close-Up-Speedlight-System.html
There are 3rd party alternatives on the market know, most as a complete kit, some of which work well enough. Look for something that's iTTL compatible. Even for a relatively simple chinese made alternative you can expect to pay $120 at the least. Anything under $75 is very likely cheap rubbish.
Don't waste your money on the inexpensive ring lights, most will not work in automatic mode or use TTL metering.
My suggestion is the Sigma EM-140 DG macro flash. I own one and it is fantastic for macro work, I use it with a Tamron 90mm F2.8 macro lens mounted on a Sony A-350.
Link below
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/..._Ring.html
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