Views on the Nissin MF-18

anvancy · Post by **anvancy** » Tue Mar 05, 2013 7:27 am

Hi Guys

I want to know your views on this unit http://www.nissindigital.com/mf18.html

The canon twins and ring flash are out of question due to the cost.

Will a ring flash be a nice addition alongside the MPE?

Thanks

Anvancy

Ozelot · Post by **Ozelot** » Tue Mar 05, 2013 8:38 am

Hi anvancy,

what do you think of the Sigma EM-140 DG Ringflash. That is cheaper than the canon.
Many people are of the opinion that a pliers blitz better with MPE blends due to the illumination.
There also may be something, because the MPE has a large diameter to the front and a small lens.

There are also other systems which can replace Flash the pliers. They have however no ETTL, but you can manually regulate the flashes. The Makroflash kit pro See here:
traumflieger.de/shop/product_info.php?products_id=166&XTCsid=2e65597cc32584b61a4aee678c8a50ce

You can build yourself something you, or attachment bolts with special Diffussern. The diffuser are you building your own, exampel of a white plastic cover.

I hope that helps.

Greetings

Michael

anvancy · Post by **anvancy** » Thu Mar 07, 2013 1:01 am

Hi Michael,

Well the Sigma is still costly for me in front the nissin. 600 odd $ vs 272$.

The Nissin is carrying adaptor rings and I feel the MPE has a 58mm thread.

The question still remains whether its a worthwhile investment in putting money on a ringflash?

Thanks

Anvancy

Ozelot · Post by **Ozelot** » Thu Mar 07, 2013 1:11 am

Hello avancy,

at the MPE, the illumination at scales is problematic in my opinion 4:1 with a ring Flash for.
In my Studio I could note this himself.
At other intervals, it will get better.
At the moment, I'm watching Nissin 622 (TTL) for my Studio with two.
One or 2 I then also for outdoor use.
I know a photographer who flashes in the Studio with a ring Flash, its results are good. Nissin is far cheaper, according to testergebnisse, the 622 is good.
I hope it helps.

Greeting

Michael