2007-11-07 22:24:42 · 3 answers · asked by join_naka 1 in Consumer Electronics ➔ Cameras
If you stand close to your subject, the lighting will be very harsh with direct flash. For example a person will have a brilliant white forehead from the intense flash.
Also if you use a very wide angle lens, there will be a white pool of light in the center as the light will not spread evenly to the sides.
A way to overcome this is to use a diffuser to soften the light and avoid the light "blowing highlights" or a pool of light in the middle.
teef_au
2007-11-07 22:38:16 · answer #1 · answered by teef_au 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
To soften the light, thus eliminating or reducing harsh shadows or strong highlights. It gives a much nicer, less direct light that "wraps" around people and looks a bit more natural.
2007-11-08 00:14:50 · answer #2 · answered by anthony h 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use a diffuser if and when bounce flash isn't possible. Sto-Fen (stofen.com) offers a complete line. With a little work you can make your own.
2007-11-07 23:02:27 · answer #3 · answered by EDWIN 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋