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VondutchEl

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Can someone please suggest a light stand or flash holder for my Sigma ef 610 super flash?
Thanks
 
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Flashes are standardized in both the hot shoe shape
(not the connectors) and 1/4 in. stand mount so any-
thing will work… just get yourself a cool deal! :cool:
 
Kodiak Qc said:
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Flashes are standardized in both the hot shoe shape
(not the connectors) and 1/4 in. stand mount so any-
thing will work… just get yourself a cool deal! :cool:
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I have a recollection (from an earlier thread) that Yvonne has a Sony fit flash - and the Hot shoe shape is NOT the standard!

However, you may find the little stand that came with the flash (just a H shaped piece of plastic to allow it to stand on the floor or a shelf) has a 1/4 in thread in the base to allow you to fit it on a regular stand.
 
Kodiak Qc said:
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Flashes are standardized in both the hot shoe shape
(not the connectors) and 1/4 in. stand mount so any-
thing will work… just get yourself a cool deal! :cool:
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Not that easy to find, I'm afraid
 
Faldrax said:
I have a recollection (from an earlier thread) that Yvonne has a Sony fit flash - and the Hot shoe shape is NOT the standard!

However, you may find the little stand that came with the flash (just a H shaped piece of plastic to allow it to stand on the floor or a shelf) has a 1/4 in thread in the base to allow you to fit it on a regular stand.
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Hi,Unfortunately there was no stand included when I received the flash.
 
VondutchEl said:
Not that easy to find, I'm afraid
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Some important features were brought up earlier:
  • Air cushioned, for one… cool thing!
  • Casters are very useful too.
  • Height if you work on location… and sand bags!
  • Double bracing… very important
Take a standard product, compare its price and quality to
similar products and you will get quickly to affordable hits.
 

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VondutchEl said:
Hi,Unfortunately there was no stand included when I received the flash.
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You can get a generic replacement for a few pounds off Amazon

https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/m3u/Pixe...d=1490190818&sr=8-1&keywords=sony+flash+stand

However the S-Type mount that Steven linked above is actually a better option.
It's generic fit means you are free to use whatever flash you want with it (so if you later move away from Sony, or get a newer Sony Flash with the MIS hot shoe the bracket will still fit), and if you then invest in a softbox (for example), that will in turn be compatible with a wide range of more advanced 'studio' lights, giving you an upgrade path.

Of course, the little plastic 'foot' is a handy thing to use if you just want to stick a remote flash out of the way to bounce off a wall or ceiling, etc, and much more compact than a stand and bracket!
 
Faldrax said:
You can get a generic replacement for a few pounds off Amazon

https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/m3u/Pixe...d=1490190818&sr=8-1&keywords=sony+flash+stand

However the S-Type mount that Steven linked above is actually a better option.
It's generic fit means you are free to use whatever flash you want with it (so if you later move away from Sony, or get a newer Sony Flash with the MIS hot shoe the bracket will still fit), and if you then invest in a softbox (for example), that will in turn be compatible with a wide range of more advanced 'studio' lights, giving you an upgrade path.

Of course, the little plastic 'foot' is a handy thing to use if you just want to stick a remote flash out of the way to bounce off a wall or ceiling, etc, and much more compact than a stand and bracket!
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Hi, thanks so much. Iv been frustrated trying to find something that would actually work. Much appreciated
 
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