I use the T-8, T-10, and T-28 (twin) flashes. I find that each has
its own niche. The biggest advantage of the T-28 over a ring flash is
creation of shadow. The ringflash produce a very flat 2-dimensional
photo and is designed to wipe out shadow as much as possible. The T-28
allows the flash heads to be rotated around the lens and placed at
angles other than 180 degrees from each other. This allows you to add
depth to 3-dimensional objects. Also the T-28 twin flash allows either
head to be switched off creating a single flash for more dramatic
shadow. Because of this I can not see a reason why anyone would own a
T-28 single flash.
One HUGE advantage of the Olympus T-10 ring flash is the optional
cross-pol filter. This dramaticly reduces reflections off of objects. It
even allows great photos of watch faces to be taken through the
crystals. This was my reason for aquiring this flash. Kerry suggested
that the cross-pol might also be usefull for aquarium photography.
The T-8 ringflash sends the light backwards in to one of two supplied
reflectors. This provides a very soft ring of light.
One of the greatest features of all of the Olympus flashes is the
modeling lamps. All of the units have 8 tiny bulbs mounted in the
reflectors. This is very helpful for focusing whan you are in close on
an object.
Mark
MorrisMini@xxxxxxx wrote:
>
> I've been trying to find info on the T-10 ring flash through the
> archives,etc., but have found nothing more sustantial than mere mention. Is
> the T-10 more suited for technical work and not desirable for nature close-
> up/macros? Does it have too flat of a light spread that wipes out intriging
> shadows, inadequate power or is it the cat's meow? It seems like a great
> idea, and they are available (I've seen prices from $159-350 but have not
> inquired if the lower prices include the T Power ontrol
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