Bower Macro Ringlight Flash
The Bower SFDRF Ringlight Flash is a round ringlight flash that mounts onto the front of a lens, and is ideal for macro photography. It is designed to work with digital SLR cameras (in Auto or Manual modes), as well as with film cameras. It does not provide any dedicated functions to the camera.
The standard ring size is 52mm. The unit comes with 55, 58, and 62mm adapter rings
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by PowerReviews(based on 14 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (8)
- Lightweight (7)
- Consistent output (5)
- Fast recycling (5)
- Good power output (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- General purpose (4)
- Fill flash (3)
- Macro (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (6), Semi-pro photographer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (9)
Most Liked Positive Review
Bower Flash
Does the job, build quality is cheap, but then again so isthe price.The switches on the back of the unit feel like they couldbreak off any minute.
Expertise: Medical Photographer
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Does the job, build quality is cheap, but then again so isthe price.The switches on the back of the unit feel like they couldbreak off any minute.
Expertise: Medical Photographer
Problems Encountered: Nil
Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Nil
Items I Recommend: Sigma 70mm Dx Macro lens
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Most Liked Negative Review
Very good unitasker
I use this ring flash for macro photography of flowers insects and other slow moving objects. It is great for that purpose. It is easy to use easy to understand and seems to be ...Read complete review
I use this ring flash for macro photography of flowers insects and other slow moving objects. It is great for that purpose. It is easy to use easy to understand and seems to be very durable. It is a bit underpowered for longer shots and I would not recommend it for use in portraiture. If you need a low cost macro solution this is it.
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Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
I had my Bower Ringflash working for only one month. I chose the Bower because it was lighter and my lenses could´t work with my old flash due to its heavy weight. Now it does´t work with the camera. When testing it works but when the photo is taken...nothing!! My camera is working just fine with my old ring flash .
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Low Light
- Night Time
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
[...]does everything expected!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Powerful
Cons
- Harsh Color
Best Uses
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
I wanted mostly for portrait photography, to do something different, but it has no power control on manual, which makes it difficult to avoid harsh or dull lights. Have not tested it on macro, but expect to be better.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
I ordered this product in order to take close up pictures at a wedding. Unfortunately I could never get it synced to my rebel t2i. It would flash for a couple photos and then would not work for another fifteen. I could never get it to function properly. It never worked right for the wedding. I just returned it recently. Wish I knew how it performed, however, I could never get it to work correctly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easy To Clean
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
- not adjustable
- Weak Casing
Best Uses
- General Use
- Macro
- Portraits
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
This flash is excellent for macro work and lite portraits, i was disappointed that it didn't come with a 49-52mm filter as well but in todays digital age 52mm is the standard. This flash works well with my Olympus om10 with the 50mm f1.8 attached film camera overall recommended for macro lens unfortunately it doesn't work to well with fujifilm hs10 i will test it a little more before i writ it off......
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- macro work
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
Just getting into macrophotography,. this is a great buy. It's easy to attach to your camera and it doesn't seem to "eat" batteries...
I love it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
- Photojournalism
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
Can't go wrong with this ring flash, have used it several times since purchasing it from B & H Photo.
Still fooling around with it to achieve certain kinds of shots with my FujiFilm HS-10
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
I use this for coin and stamp macros and find it fulfills all my needs. It is also great for pet photography. I usually bracket the exposures for best results. I am not disappointed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
Cons
- Weak Output
Best Uses
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
I use for close pictures indoors and out 4-5 inches. Works great up close but this is not a general fill flash.
Great fill and control. Lens mounts are awesome
Be careful with angle to prevent glare. Amazing cheap
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Slow Recycling
- Weak Output
Best Uses
- Fill Flash
- General Use
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
I use this ring flash for macro photography of flowers insects and other slow moving objects. It is great for that purpose. It is easy to use easy to understand and seems to be very durable. It is a bit underpowered for longer shots and I would not recommend it for use in portraiture. If you need a low cost macro solution this is it.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
Cons
- Durability
Best Uses
- Macro
- Night Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
It's a really good flash for people learning different lighting and techniques that's for sure.
I have just got mine in the mail today and it's working fantastic right out of the box. I would definitely recommend this product for more causal photographers.
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Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
battery should be lithium ion , but otherwise good.
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Easy To Use
- Fast Recycling
- Lightweight
- Powerful Output
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
I bought this flash because I needed a ring flash with good power that I could use on manual. I did not need TTL metering or other features, so it filled the bill nicely. I'm some what concerned with the build quality but the price is so reasonable I can replace it and still be ahead. Satisfied so far.
Comments about Bower Macro Ringlight Flash:
Does the job, build quality is cheap, but then again so isthe price.The switches on the back of the unit feel like they couldbreak off any minute.
Expertise: Medical Photographer
Problems Encountered: Nil
Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Nil
Items I Recommend: Sigma 70mm Dx Macro lens
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What's in the Box
- 55, 58 & 62mm Adapter Rings
- 1-Year Warranty
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