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It's worth taking a look at the konova range, ive the k2 and works well for the money and very versatile in its use

Was looking at there pocket wizard cards that fit into the bowens but then the pulsar trigger included in the kit wont work, unless it was put into the other head or plug one into the back maybe?

I've my mind pretty much made up to go get the bowens twin 500rx kit, but have a question that I can't find an answer for online: Can a pocket wizard transmitter built into the sekonic l-478dr test flash the pulsar wireless card fitted to the 500r for test flash as they both use 433mhz...

I was given 2x interfit lights with the Hilite backdrop and must say they do what they need to and for the money seem grand.

It's good to know the lencarta kit is adaptable and can change out accessories at time of purchase and even consider 3rd party knowing they fit, plenty to think about what way to proceed as both have there advantages, and really depends if I get the bowens one at a good price, as said previously...

Quick question @Garry Edwards does the lencarta elite pro 2 come with a carry bag and are the modifiers a proprietary lencarta fitment or third party compatiblity? Also with the wavesync does that allow you to control the flashes from the transmitter mounted on the camera hot shoe?

I understand, it would be easier to turn the ISO up than not being able to turn the lights down, so the 300ws kits would be ample and leaving the extra left over money to be used more wisely on modifiers etc. That's what led me towards the bowens is there proven reliability, it's just more is...

Just strengthens everyone views I've read about them that they are reliable workhorses, might be worth a trip to see them and negotiate £300 considering just how old they are, failing that a new lower powered set might be the better option

After reading all the comments I take it 300ws is more than enough , but part of me feels for the sake of a £180 more is it not better value buying the 600ws lencarta kit over the 300ws and just turn them down and future proofing?

Is there other brands worth looking at other than lencarta or bowens?

That's definitely a lot older than I hoped for, so I see your point there not the best value considering there age and how many models they have been replaced by. That's really interesting to know its not always best to just buy more powerrrrr I've no idea in real terms what rating I need but...

I'm drawn to the bowens for there proven reliability and build quality. Would you say the lencarta 300ws be just as powerful than the older 500ws bowens or should I even consider the twin 600ws kit for an extra £200 which I don't mind spending as £200 now is easier than £600 in the future or is...

So is the more sensible buy go for the newer technology as there more aimed for digital and don't be put off with the lower power rating? I've noticed you recommend lencarta @Garry Edwards the workshop I was at used the atom 180's and even on 1/4 power achieved really impressive results

Thanks for the input guys, I take it there really old then, just the seller says he's had them two years but could tell me how old they are before he's had them, he's looking £380 for the set, It's really confusing finding info on these as there's been so many variants of the 500 heads to know...

I attended a workshop at the weekend for off camera lighting and was blown away how you can manipulate light and not be afraid to try different things and opened up a whole new world for me, so looking to invest in some lights so did a quick search on local second hand sites and found a pair of...