C-Stands: The Heavy Duty Light Stands

C-Stands: The Heavy Duty Light Stands 0

C-Stand is short for century stand, which is basically a heavier but more durable type of light stand. The Strobist‘s blog recently posted a detailed explanation of c-stands are why they can be extremely useful. Compared to normal light stands, c-stands offer more flexibility during shoots. For its base, a single c-stand usually comprises of [...]

The Best Audio Device For DSLR

The Best Audio Device For DSLR 0

Which is the best audio recorder for my shooting style and budget? The guys at Fstoppers have just answered that. Thanks to them, we now have an idea of which portable audio recorder is right for our DSLRs, and our pockets. They tested four audio recorders: The Tascam DR-100 Mark II, Olympus LS-10, Zoom H4n, [...]

All About Octodomes (Video)

All About Octodomes (Video) 0

Can’t get enough of octodomes? After Hazel’s post on how to create your own OctoDome Backpack, here’s some more OctoDome tidbits to whet your appetite. In J.P. Morgan’s video (shown below), entitled “Understanding Octodomes/Octo Boxes”, he explains the different types or sizes of OctoDomes, how to set up one, its difference from regular square soft [...]

How To Make A Cheap Ring Light

How To Make A Cheap Ring Light 0

Hello TogTech DIYers, here’s another cool project that will surely get your hands a little busier. If you’re done with the OctoDome, the V-Flat portrait gear, the Tilt-Shift Lens Adapter, and the mobile battery power pack, then you’re set to create the continuous ring light. The DIY righ light is another fun and cheap project [...]