Sony HVL-RL1 Lighting Guide - a lighting and lighting accessories - Page 27

ring light A Ring Light actually surrounds the entire lens with constant light. This allows us to illuminate the entire subject evenly from all directions. Our resulting photo will have even lighting with minimal shadows. Ring Lights are used frequently in Macro Photography due to the amount of detail they are able to capture. The intensity of the powerful LED light can also be varied with the dimmer. In addition we can chose to light only one side of our subject for dramatic affect or to highlight detail. Adjust the switching from either having the entire ring light on or have only the left side, right side on. Direct Flash Hard directional light, casts strong shadows and obscures detail. F16, 1/100 SEC, -0.3 EV, ISO 320 01 Left side solo 02 Both sides active 03 Right side solo F16, 1/8 SEC, -0.3 EV, ISO 320 F16, 1/8 SEC, -0.3 EV, ISO 320 F16, 1/8 SEC, -0.3 EV, ISO 320 52 What is it? Lens mounted ring of light that evenly lights close items with uniform light. How to use it? •Attach the Ring Light and set light intensity with the dimmer to get the exposure you are looking for in your selected aperture •You can also set the Ring Light to only illuminate the left or right side of your subject Where to use it? •Macro photography with minimal shadows •Portrait photography where you want a ring of light in the subject's eyes HVL-RL1 Capture even and well-lit macro photography with this ring light attachment and your compatible Sony A camera. It's the perfect tool for creating compelling close-up artwork. The HVL-RL1 offers highly effective illumination of small subjects for macro shooting. Its powerful 700 lx/0.3m (Approx.) LED performance is approximately 4 times brighter than conventional models. The brightness can also be dimmed with a control dial to achieve creative lighting that subtly reflects your intentions. Extremely smooth lighting effects can also be achieved without clearly revealing the source of light. • Full-ring illumination for shadowless lighting • Half-ring illumination for shadows and contrast • C ontinuous illumination allows lighting to be checked at any time • Filter diameter: 49mm, 55mm • S hoe Adaptor (ADP-AMA) is included for usage with Auto-lock Accessory Shoe cameras Specialized Specifications Ring Light • Flash Type: Auto electronic ring light (clip-on type) • Lighting Modes: Full, 50% Left, 50% Right • Luminance: 700 lux (at 0.3m) Advanced Features • Dimmer for precise control Weights and Measurements • Dimensions (Approx.): (W x H x D) 4-7/8 x 5-1/2 x 15/16" (124 x 141 x 24mm) • Weight (Approx.): 6.9oz (195g)(excluding AA batteries) Power • Battery Type: AA Alkaline /AA Ni-MH-requires 4 General • Material: Poly-carbonate plastic Operating Conditions • Operating Temperature: 32 to +104°F (0 to +40°C) 53