Customers Reviews
2009-09-23
one thing lacking
The one thing lacking in this product, is you can not attach multi filters at the same time. So if you need more of a color or want to mix colors for an effect you can not do it with this kit. All the filters are cut to the same size and there is no clearance to add a second filter. It is well made and has it uses in lighting. They are very quick and easy to use. I wish it had color correcting filters in the kit. You get two filters of the kits each colors, Red, yellow, green, and blue.
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2008-12-05
A great solution for on-the-go pros
First of all - can you make this kit yourself fairly easily with some glue, velcro and Roscolux sheets? Yes, of course you can. Can you really do it for this price? I'm not so sure you can, particularly when you factor in how well-made these really are and how easy they can make you life on location when you only have a few minutes, maybe, to get the light right for your shot.
One reviewer said you can melt the gel - that's crazy. These are Roscolux gels and I've had Roscolux gels taped over the reflector dish of a 2000 watt light and never had problems. The idea that a small strobe, even at 1/1, could take a gel out is little nuts.
I'm a full-time shooter and I use small-strobe, off-camera flash quite a bit. In fact, one of my speedlights has a honl speed strap and 1/2 CTO gel on it ALL the time for lighting portraits.
I you want to tape and un-tape your gels all the time, go ahead and maybe you'll save five bucks - but I love having this set in a plastic bag in my bag ready to go at a moments notice.
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2008-11-14
Complete range of colors. but...
It is a very complete set of desired colors for strobist, but quality not very good. It melts when full power 1/1 or continued use, even with protection transparent gel.
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2008-08-18
Flimsy Kit
The best thing (and probably the only good thing) about this kit is that all basic gels are included.
Construction leaves much to be desired. I was surprised to find out that the velcro strips were glued directly on the gels leaving a very flimsy look to it. It does the job but not a whole lot better than other diy solutions (e.g. 3M scotch brand tape).
At $24, the kit is overpriced.
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2008-06-01
Perfect
Has all the gels that i need. Easy to cut to fit more adequately to the flash head you use, and also easy to put on and take off.
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