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slashgear.com - 2/6/2009

DIY ring-flash for your DSLR

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In the right hands, a ring-flash can produce some great shots with a DSLR; problem is, that “right hand” also likely needs to have a deep pocket to dip into, as DSLR accessories don’t tend to be cheap. So how about a DIY ring flash , made from fiber-optic toys, a tube of ...

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fring.we.bs - 2/6/2009

The Fring - DIY Ring Flash Cheap!

— fring.we.bs — This is a fibre-optic flash extension for your DSLR's popup flash. Totally easy! Works great! Durable!... (more) The Fring - DIY Ring Flash Cheap!

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hackedgadgets.com - 2/6/2009

DIY Fiber Optic Camera Flash Ring

— hackedgadgets.com —   For about $5 you can build your own DIY Fiber Optic Camera Flash Ring . It... allows you to extend the camera flash using fiber optic to illuminate your subject from many tiny points of light all around the camera lens. "This is a ... (more) DIY Fiber Optic Camera Flash Ring

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crunchgear.com - 2/11/2009

DIY: SLR ring flash

— crunchgear.com — Regardless of what camera you use, a ring flash can be expensive. And for macro photography, there’s... nothing better. But let’s say you’re on a budget. So instead of spending up to $600, how about one you can make for about $5.00, ... (more) DIY: SLR ring flash

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DIY: SLR ring flash
CrunchGear — ... Essentially, what the anonymous author did was take some fiber optic strings, a couple of balloons, a tube of toothpaste, and some zip ties, and make a way for the on camera flash to come from the front of the lens. It also makes the light spread out more evenly, which can be a major issue if you are taking close up shots. Judging from the test shots on the site, it appears to work reasonably well. Looks a bit too “DIY” though in my opinion. [via Slashgear]