Hacking my $400.00 flash
** Geek Blog Warning **
In addition to my AS degree in Photography, I have a BS degree in computer. As much as I enjoy photography I also enjoy computer and electronics. When I was 12 years old I made myself a transistor radio (by soldering tiny electronic parts on the circuit board).
Photography is both art and science (and business). This blog shows my left brain at work.
I needed to make some improvement to my existing flash light. I thought it would be nice to install a remote trigger jack on my Canon 580EX. I have a wireless flash system for normal wedding situations already. With this modification, I will have more flexible lighting configuration without carrying extra flash unit. It’s all good and fun. I could not resist the urge to crack open and see what I can do.
This flash light is a $380.00 unit I purchased less than a year ago. But no sweat. The whole project was simple and fun. I wished it was more challenging.
PS. The project took place because of two recent events: 1.) I didn’t have Internet for a few weeks. So I had some free time to enjoy other things. 2.) I had a wedding photography job at Santa Barbara a few days ago. The ceremony location was very dark. I felt the need for adding one more remote flash in my line-up.
Before drilling a hole
Case Closed
Finished Product: Now I am able to use it as a wireless system when needed
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