02/09/2022
I'm selling a camera Ring Flash that is no longer needed on eBay. Over the past few days a potential 'buyer' has been asking the following series of questions. Amcholo's english is poor, I would guess that is not his first language. Nonetheless still trying to work out what is being asked. This makes quite an amusing read.
2014amcholo:
Hi friend pls can say why the light can make photo.the light on it only red?thanks
2014amcholo:
When it turn on have light on it red color,afther some seconds it turns green.when it works normal.what if it stay red?it can't turn green.dont give light during photo
Answer from JD Photography (data-lite)
Thank you for your message. Sorry, but I'm having trouble understanding your questions.
This ring flash operates like an ordinary flash to take photographs, but the point source is circular and can provide a more diffuse and natural light. This is particularly useful for close-up photography and portraits.
The light provided is white, not red.
Hope this helps.
John (data-lite)
JD Photography
2014amcholo:
Yes it is red.but why it doesn't give light during photo
Answer from JD Photography (data-lite)
Apologies yet again, but I'm having real trouble in trying to understand what you're trying to say, or indeed the point of your eMails.
Nevertheless, we have been doing our best to work out what you're trying to say, and answer accordingly.
Your latest question 'yes it is red.but why it doesn't give light during photo' doesn't make coherent sense.
From this we can only guess at what you're trying to ask. Here are some possibilities:
Does the red indicator light cause the flash to have a red tint? Answer: No - the flash light is white.
Can the red indicator be use to change to the colour of the flash? Answer: No, it’s just an indicator.
Why doesn't the red indicator affect photographs? Answer: It is simply a red indicator light located at the back to let the photographer know the current status of flash (i.e. ready to charge). The LED light is so insignificant, it has no effect on the overall intensity or white colour of the main flash.
Surely the red indicator gives out some light, how does this compare to the main flash white output? Answer: Yes, this is true, but you will be looking at a ratio of around millions to one to the point of being negligible.
What affect does the red indicator light have on photographs? Answer: None - A photograph taken in pitch black, even with extreme high ISO, will produce a black image with just the red indicator.
I am still worried about the red indicator light, despite all the above. What can I do? Answer: Put a small strip of black masking tape over the red indicator light - and take a chance when photographing that your flash is ready to fire (due to not being able to see indicator status).
I hope that one of the above covers what you're trying to ask.
Regards,
John
JD Photography
(data-lite)
2014amcholo (53 )
I want to understand.i turn it on.on display all ok.byt don't give light
Answer from JD Photography (data-lite)
I appreciate that English is not your forte or possibly is a second language. Let’s give this another attempt to try and provide an answer for you.
My guess is that you are not a potential buyer asking about a product before purchase or placing an offer – which is the purpose of this eBay message facility. I would further guess that you already own this ring flash, or similar item; and are having trouble with getting it to operate.
If this is the case, to resolve try the following:
Check the batteries, are inserted correctly, are of adequate performance, and fully charged.
Press and hold the red indicator button for several seconds. This should fire off a flash.
If the above test doesn’t work, then you either have a battery problem or defective flash unit.
If the above test does work. Then you will need to check your camera settings. I would start by ensuring flash is selected, and if a decent camera that your TTL settings are correct.
I’ve been more than helpful, despite the fact that your message does not appear to be related to interest in a possible purchase. Hope this helps to resolve your issue.
Regards,
John (data-lite)
JD Photography
