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Originally Posted by herps
So I'm about to throw up in my shoes right about now...
I have read here and there on the forum and have two stingers already in my posession. I have used them and admittedly will always be learning my lighting, but didn't realize that some of the "color" problems I'm having might be with the lights themselves. I almost had it blamed solely on myself or my 10D.
Well now I'm stumped, as I've recently "invested" in one 1600 and an additional 400 to my twin 800's I already had...
Not to mention the radio transmitter and reciever, 4 channel remote control and a few other accessories, I'm not sure what to do! Should I immediately return said items or "make due"?
Any advice is appreciated.
Rick Lohre
lohrecreative.com
rglohre (at) fuse -dot- net
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I've seen too many good images taken with bees to think that they'll cause serious color issues (at least what YOU would consider serious color issues, as opposed to say the art director on a product shoot).
I don't like the bees, for a variety of reasons, but you should be able to use what you have and be able to take photos that look just fine. I'm assuming your color problems lie elsewhere in your workflow.
Can you describe the problem in detail, and perhaps post an example?
As far as returning the lights go, as I said, I don't care for them myself, as I don't think they represent a good long term investment. That said, if you are happy with them, or if they are what fit your budget, keep them. I will say this though, I would not buy more of them. I would think of this as my starter kit, and, if you continue to pursue this, start planning on what light system to build out over the long term. If you are in a position to be able to afford some of the better, lower priced units, such as Hensel, then you may want to consider doing that now, but only you can make that call.
Edit: I just noticed that you purchased the accessories from bees as well. Those I would definitely return. Not only do I think they're crap, but everyone I know who uses the bees (and love the lights) think the accessories are crap.