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The versatile Rogue FlashBender Large Positionable Reflector can be used either as a reflector to bounce light onto a subject, as a flag to shield light away from it or as a snoot to produce a tight and narrow circle of light. Because of its size, the Large Reflector is perfect for off-camera use. The patent pending design incorporates three positionable rods that allow the Large Reflector to be molded into position and held in place. The Rogue FlashBender Large Positionable Reflector requires no separate attachment strap, nor any adhesives to be applied to the strobe. The easy attachment belt built into this FlashBender is designed to work with all makes and models of shoe mount flash. The Large Reflector weighs approximately 6oz (163g), and measures approx. 10” x 11” (254mm x 280mm).
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The versatile Rogue:
FlashBender Large Positionable Reflector can be used either as a reflector to bounce light onto a subject, as a flag to shield light away from it or as a snoot to produce a tight and narrow circle of light. Because of its size, the Large Reflector is perfect for off-camera use.
The patent pending design incorporates (3) positionable rods that allow the Large Reflector to be molded into position and held in place.
The Rogue FlashBender Large Positionable Reflector requires no separate attachment strap, nor any adhesives to be applied to the strobe. The easy attachment belt built into this FlashBender is designed to work with all makes and models of shoe mount flash.
The Large Reflector weighs approximately 6oz (163g), and measures approx. 10" x 11" (254mm x 280mm).
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Paul Clark
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Totaly agree with the previous review. Buy the larger one though, I see little point in the small version.
It is well built, and well thought out. It does not really compete with the lightspheres - rather an alternative method of accomplishing an end result. My only criticism being with the fastening. It does a good job, but I could see the FlashBender being lost in a busy location. My suggestion would be a bit of gaffer tape or some very strong rubber bands to make a more positive fit if the camera were to be slung over the shoulder.
It is well built, and well thought out. It does not really compete with the lightspheres - rather an alternative method of accomplishing an end result. My only criticism being with the fastening. It does a good job, but I could see the FlashBender being lost in a busy location. My suggestion would be a bit of gaffer tape or some very strong rubber bands to make a more positive fit if the camera were to be slung over the shoulder.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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There are all sorts of devices out there to improve the quality of your flash photography.
Basically, what you want to do is widen the size of your flash head and at the same time diffuse the light from it. Unfortunately there are very few devices that will do all this for you and at the same time be small enough to pack into your camera bag. This where the Rogue FlashBender steps in.
The advantage that this device has comes from the bendable rods inside. These allow you to shape the light in ways that the likes of Softboxes, Lightspheres and Stofens can't.
The large FlashBender is perhaps the most versatile of the three versions but is also the most conspicuous in use. Fitted onto my Canon 580EXII on top of my Canon 5D MkII it is very noticeable. When I want to be a bit more discrete, then the Stofen is what I use.
Take the flashgun off the camera though and not only do you improve the effect of the FlashBender but the set up also becomes less cumbersome to use. The issue then is holding the camera with one hand and the flashgun with the other. For off the camera, I prefer to get out my tripod and mount one or the other on that.
Is it the perfect solution to the problem? Probably not, there are times when the likes of a Stofen, a Lightsphere, a Softbox or a Beauty Dish will do a better job for you. But, you can't carry all that lot around with you - the FlashBender is probably the best compromise.
For that reason it has a permanent place in my camera bag.
Basically, what you want to do is widen the size of your flash head and at the same time diffuse the light from it. Unfortunately there are very few devices that will do all this for you and at the same time be small enough to pack into your camera bag. This where the Rogue FlashBender steps in.
The advantage that this device has comes from the bendable rods inside. These allow you to shape the light in ways that the likes of Softboxes, Lightspheres and Stofens can't.
The large FlashBender is perhaps the most versatile of the three versions but is also the most conspicuous in use. Fitted onto my Canon 580EXII on top of my Canon 5D MkII it is very noticeable. When I want to be a bit more discrete, then the Stofen is what I use.
Take the flashgun off the camera though and not only do you improve the effect of the FlashBender but the set up also becomes less cumbersome to use. The issue then is holding the camera with one hand and the flashgun with the other. For off the camera, I prefer to get out my tripod and mount one or the other on that.
Is it the perfect solution to the problem? Probably not, there are times when the likes of a Stofen, a Lightsphere, a Softbox or a Beauty Dish will do a better job for you. But, you can't carry all that lot around with you - the FlashBender is probably the best compromise.
For that reason it has a permanent place in my camera bag.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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It is a simple, well designed piece of equipment designed to achieve the maximum spread of light.
With this fitted to your flash you will stand out in any photo shoot situation, it is large.
But don't let this put you off in purchasing this item.
It is a bit fiddly to fit with the Velcro strap, but once secured in place it is no trouble.
I am in a very fortunate position; I'm a photographer for an amateur theatre group.
With this diffuser on the camera and taking stage shots, it can get in the way because of its size.
I find that I get more or less the same results if I tilt the flash head up to almost vertical and just use the built in catch light panel.
But it really comes into its own with portraits.
Gone is the harsh light falling on the subject's face, it gives a softer more natural look with no red eye.
Also I found there is no reflection when the sitter is wearing spectacles.
Just one small tip, nothing to do with the flash set up, but sometimes with portraits or group shots you see their annoying shadow behind them.
I've done this myself on many occasions, to overcome this problem just move the sitter or group further away from the wall, and then you will achieve the desired effect
With this fitted to your flash you will stand out in any photo shoot situation, it is large.
But don't let this put you off in purchasing this item.
It is a bit fiddly to fit with the Velcro strap, but once secured in place it is no trouble.
I am in a very fortunate position; I'm a photographer for an amateur theatre group.
With this diffuser on the camera and taking stage shots, it can get in the way because of its size.
I find that I get more or less the same results if I tilt the flash head up to almost vertical and just use the built in catch light panel.
But it really comes into its own with portraits.
Gone is the harsh light falling on the subject's face, it gives a softer more natural look with no red eye.
Also I found there is no reflection when the sitter is wearing spectacles.
Just one small tip, nothing to do with the flash set up, but sometimes with portraits or group shots you see their annoying shadow behind them.
I've done this myself on many occasions, to overcome this problem just move the sitter or group further away from the wall, and then you will achieve the desired effect
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Product
Well made and packaged, quality through-out. A very useful piece of kit to have, especially if you use off camera flash. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Matchbox
5.0 out of 5 stars
flashbender
A really useful bit of kit to have in your bag, versatile and effective I'm very pleased with the Flashbender it was just what I wanted and does what it said on the box.
Published 1 month ago by nick gregan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent add-on to strobe photography.
Very easy to carry around and if you have a flash gun than can be triggered off camera the flashbender becomes your bounce surface anywhere! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Lui
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best diffusion panel out there...
Works great, highly flexible and you can direct light exactly as you want it.
Can be stored easily packed (flat or wrapped). Read more
Can be stored easily packed (flat or wrapped). Read more
Published 2 months ago by Nuno Valverde
3.0 out of 5 stars
DOES THE JOB
This is great, does the job but don't use it nearly half as much as the small Flashbender. Didn't really need it.
Published 3 months ago by C.Horton
4.0 out of 5 stars
I can't use flash witthout it anymore.
In my opinion, One need to buy the flash diffusor also to get a good result with it. You will look odd with this combination on your camera but if used with a wireless trigger, you... Read more
Published 3 months ago by dara
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good design and good value
very useful and easy to fit around the flash. It's flexibility to bend into different shapes means diffusion is accurate
Published 3 months ago by josie
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not good for on-camera flash...
It's handy as an off-camera flash accessory but on-camera you're getting quite harsh shadows under the chin and nose. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Zaggog
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great For Portraits
Very good quality and easy to use straight out of the packing. I used this on a 580ex on top of the camera and was very impressed. Off camera and it was even better. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Davido
5.0 out of 5 stars
The shadows have gone !
I am normally reluctant to create a review that seemingly repeats that which has gone before but, seriously, this is a fabulous product - BUY ONE!! Read more
Published 13 months ago by rjj
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