On 2/17/2013 9:44 AM, hanse112@xxxxxxx wrote:
> The Lepp II twin macro flash bracket, as Chuck mentioned, had some
> trouble holding the heavy T32s. Next time I'm flush with cash, I'll invest
> in a couple Wimberley flash brackets:
> <http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=240878&is=REG&Q=&A=details>
> Their dogbone design looks very flexible regarding flash positioning; it
> also looks strong. But a pair costs four times what I paid for the Lepp II
> bracket, so I'll put up with shimming with sandpaper for awhile.
Looks to me like much more expensive than sturdy. I think a homemade
rig (designed specifically for T-32s) like you did with the
cross-polarizers might be both cheaper and better.
> A last note: I hope some others of you get a chance to spend a few
> hours with Chuck Norcutt. First, he's just a very nice guy. Second, he
> knows his cameras and computers. Third, though, he spent a few decades with
> IBM or other tech companies, and he is fascinating to talk with about the
> development of computers, software, and all the other amazing developments
> in the high-tech industries in the past few decades. Chuck, it was a
> wonderful afternoon with you--many thanks for coming over to Archbold for
> the "ZuikoFest."
> Dean
>
"Aw, shucks, Huck, you didn't have to say all them awfully nice things
about me."
Chuck Norcutt
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