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Adjusting bounce angle
Bouncing to Left and Right
Simultaneously using direct light and bounced light from the flash unit produces uneven lighting. Determine the bounce angle with respect to the distance to the reflective surface, the distance from the camera to the subject, the focal length of the lens etc.
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When the flash is bounced upwardsDetermine the angle in relation to the following table.
Focal length of lens | Bounce angle |
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70 mm minimum | 45° |
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28 - 70 mm | 60° |
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28 mm maximum | 75°, 90° |
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Rotating the flash by 90° to bounce light sideways is recommended. If an angle of less than 90° is used, care should be taken to ensure that direct light from the flash unit does not illuminate the subject.
GB30