LumiQuest Pocket Bouncer LQ-101
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Brand | Fellowes |
Color | Black |
Item Weight | 0.19 Pounds |
Portable | Yes |
Assembly Required | No |
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- Folds flat for storage
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 4.5 x 1 x 7.25 inches |
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Item Weight | 3 ounces |
ASIN | B007SEZT1Q |
Item model number | LQ-101 |
Customer Reviews |
3.7 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 18, 2006 |
Manufacturer | LumiQuest Inc. |
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Product Description
Product Description
The Pocket Bouncer enlarges and redirects light at a 90° angle from the flash to soften the quality of light and distribute it over a wider area. While no exposure compensation is necessary with automatic flashes, operating distances are somewhat reduced.Application: To soften flash light quality with minimal light loss; to be used with slaves or alone where low ceilings are not available, or where more direct but soft fill light is desired.
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LumiQuest Pocket Bouncer
The Pocket Bouncer redirects light at a 90-degree angle from the flash to soften the quality of the light by enlarging the light roughly 6-8 times over the size of the flash head itself. While no exposure compensation is necessary with automatic flashes, operating distances are somewhat reduced.
Bounce Devices
Quik Bounce
Pocket Bouncer
80-20
SoftScreen
UltraStrap
SoLite
Product #
LQ-122 LQ-101 LQ-102 LQ-051M LQ-126 LQ-200Warranty
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Description
The Quik Bounce is designed for use with or without a ceiling to soften the light and transition from horizontal to vertical format without having to adjust or remove the Quik Bounce from the flash. The unique design has doors that can be opened to allow 80% ceiling bounce while redirecting 20% of the light forward to "fill" the shadows cast by the ceiling bounce. When there is not a low, neutral ceiling available to bounce the light, the doors remain closed and 100% of the light is redirected forward.
The Pocket Bouncer redirects light at a 90-degree angle from the flash to soften the quality of the light by enlarging the light roughly 6-8 times over the size of the flash head itself. While no exposure compensation is necessary with automatic flashes, operating distances are somewhat reduced.
The 80-20 allows 80% of the light to pass on, to be redirected by another surface -- most likely a ceiling. The remaining 20% is enlarged and directed forward toward the subject to fill the shadows cast by the ceiling bounce.
The Soft Screen is a camera mounted flash diffuser that softens the harsh light emitted from digital SLR pop-up flashes. It installs into the hot shoe and has optional Velcro for more secure attachment.
The UltraStrap is the most secure, non-adhesive flash accessory mounting strap available. The patented marriage of neoprene and Velcro loop results in a strap that applies a constant 3 lb. tension to the flash with a non skid surface. The rugged UltraStrap attaches to most flashes in seconds to provide a secure attachment point for all LumiQuest accessories.
The SoLite is a solar powered light designed to look like a lightbulb. It is powered by high efficiency, USA made solar panels that are the best commercial grade available. The multi-switch (low-off-high) shuts off automatically in birght lights, pivots to direct the light and catch sunlight and lasts 6+ hours.
Application/Compatibility
Application: To soften shadows and reduce unpleasant red eye. Unique design allows for shooting with or without a ceiling in both horizontal and vertical formats. Ideal for wedding and event photographers. Compatibility: Unless otherwise noted, all LumiQuest accessories fit most standard bounce flashes. If in doubt, email us.
Application: To soften harsh flash with minimal light loss. Can be used with or without slaves where low ceilings are not available, or where more direct but softer fill light is desired. Compatibility: Unless otherwise noted, all LumiQuest accessories fit most standard bounce flashes. If in doubt, email us.
Application: To effectively deliver "two light" lighting with one flash. This device illuminates the scene with light bouncing off the ceiling while providing "fill" light off the bounce device itself. For use in situations in which an 8-9 ft. neutral colored ceiling is available. Compatibility: Unless otherwise noted, all LumiQuest accessories fit most standard boune flashes. If in doubt, email us.
Application To soften harsh shadows and reduce red-eye often produced by pop-up flashes.
Application: truly limitless. Think of it anytime you want to temporarily but securely attach anything photographic to just about anything else! Compatibility: Unless otherwise noted, all LumiQuest accessories fit most standard bounce flashes. If in doubt, email us.
The SoLite is an essential item for all off-the-grid activities, including sail and power boating, outdoor photography, camping and hunting. It is a must have item for disaster relief--blackouts, hurricanes, etc.
Attachment
Self-adhesive Velcro is included with all LumiQuest products however, if you'd prefer not to use that you may purchase the optional UltraStrap.
Self-adhesive Velcro is included with all LumiQuest products however, if you'd prefer not to use that you may purchase the optional UltraStrap.
Self-adhesive Velcro is included with all LumiQuest products however, if you'd prefer not to use that you may purchase the optional UltraStrap.
Self-adhesive Velcro is included with all LumiQuest products however, if you'd prefer not to use that you may purchase the optional UltraStrap.
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Light Loss
(Doors closed) Approximately 1 1/3 stops. (Doors opened) Variable
Approximately 1- 1/3 stops
Variable depending on ceiling height
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Dimensions
Folds flat to 5 3/4" x 7 1/2"
Folds flat to 4 1/2" x 7 1/4"
Folds flat to 4 1/2" x 7 1/4"
Folds flat to 4" x 4"
1" x 11"
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Customer reviews
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Customers like the quality, appearance and ease of use of the pocket bouncer. They mention that it provides even light for significant shadow reduction, it serves well its intended purpose and that it's a very worth-while investment. They also appreciate the design and that the bouncer installs in seconds.
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Customers are satisfied with the light produced by the product. They mention that it provides even light for significant shadow reduction, softens the light, and is one of the best light modifiers. The product does a surprisingly good job spreading the light from the flash and is perfect for all portraits. It helps to diffuse harsh shadows and is a great device for evening out the light.
"...The light is softened and recycle time is very fast because there isn't wasted light. Better than a soft-box in my opinion.Bill S." Read more
"...It works to soften light and to soften shadows.It gets a great THUMBS UP!! from me." Read more
"...No shadows, no over flash just perfect light for all portraits and many other applications...." Read more
"...This pocket bounce provides a nice, even & softened light, obviously you could add a filter to the flash head to alter the temp/color of the light." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the reflector. They mention that it serves its intended purpose, it bounces light well, and it's portable. Some say that it works great with the TTL features of the Canon 430EX and Canon.
"...It bounces light well and works great with the TTL features of the Canon 430EX and Canon camera...." Read more
"Have used these for 15 years and they are great! No shadows, no over flash just perfect light for all portraits and many other applications...." Read more
"Not much to say about this item other than it serves well its intended purpose...." Read more
"...I would recommend this to someone. It works well when you don't have anything else to bounce the light off of" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the pocket bouncer. They mention it's a very worth-while investment, it bounces light well, and it works great with the TTL features of the Canon.
"...It bounces light well and works great with the TTL features of the Canon 430EX and Canon camera...." Read more
"...Enter the LumiQuest Pocket Bouncer, a very economical item that directs the light from your flash to your subject. Voila! Problem solved...." Read more
"...This pocket bounce provides a nice, even & softened light, obviously you could add a filter to the flash head to alter the temp/color of the light." Read more
"Great pocket bouncer. Use them all the time. One of the best light modifiers. Inexpensive, well made and light. Perfect." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the camera. They mention that the design can't be better, it folds flat so it fits a back pocket of a regular, and it looks much cleaner. They also say that it works well and the Nikon TTl compensates well for nice evenly exposed images.
"...The design can't be better, it folds flat so it fits a back pockets of a regular jeans with no problem and makes it easier to store it in a camera..." Read more
"...flash cards to the flash head for that anywhere bounce, this looks much cleaner...." Read more
"...Works well and the Nikon TTl compensates well for nice evenly exposed images." Read more
Customers find the pocket bouncer easy to use. They mention it installs in seconds and allows them to go from shooting.
"...a space the size of a small camera (read Canon S5 IS) and installs in seconds and allows one to go from shooting with the flash unit head in a..." Read more
"USing the LQPB is very simple to use and the effects are well worth any hassle. No shadows or red-eyes at all when you use this bad boy...." Read more
"The Best Pocket Bouncer, Easy and light..." Read more
Customers like the foldability of the camera other accessories. They mention that it folds nicely for inserting a space the size of a small.
"...This unit folds nicely for inserting a space the size of a small camera (read Canon S5 IS) and installs in seconds and allows one to go from..." Read more
"...The design can't be better, it folds flat so it fits a back pockets of a regular jeans with no problem and makes it easier to store it in a camera..." Read more
"...I really like that it folds flat, so it can fit anywhere, even in my pocket!" Read more
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Bill S.
This unit folds nicely for inserting a space the size of a small camera (read Canon S5 IS) and installs in seconds and allows one to go from shooting with the flash unit head in a direct vertical position down to a few angles below directly vertical.
It bounces light well and works great with the TTL features of the Canon 430EX and Canon camera.
It works to soften light and to soften shadows.
It gets a great THUMBS UP!! from me.
It directs too much of the light forward and is almost as bad as direct flash!! You might as well not use it.
But if you're outdoors, then I can see it being somewhat useful as it will give a larger apparent area of light and so cause softer shadows.
Its just not anywhere as nice as the light you get from bouncing off the ceiling or walls.
I think there's an alternative one meant for indoors that lets you open the top up so that light can bounce up against the ceiling. That would actually be a much better bouncer for indoor use.
Isaac
So why only four stars? Because it looks so cheap. It appears to be plastic-covered cardboard, a comical situation when attached to my Nikon D7000 (not a high-end camera, but a good one); it's sort of like putting a paper crown on a princess.
For that reason, I myself would not recommend this item for professional photographers or semi-pros; in business, appearance means a lot. If you're a photo enthusiast, hobbyist, etc. and your appearance as a photographer is not that important, go for it.
If you purchase this bouncer, I do recommend that you also buy a LumiQuest UltraStrap LQ-126 to hold your bouncer in place.
BOTTOM LINE: If your appearance as a photographer is a factor, I don't believe this product is suitable for you. If you just want to get the job done, this is a very good, economical way to do it. Happy photographing!
Top reviews from other countries
Ce Lumiquest (fabriqué en Amérique) diffuse très bien la lumière, et donc adoucit bien les ombres (bien mieux qu'une petite boîte à lumière portative scratchée sur le flash), et met en valeur les yeux du sujet et leur couleur. D'ailleurs, dans les résultats de tests lus dans les revues spécialisées, c'est un des meilleurs.
A bien noter que le paradoxe avec tous ces instruments diffuseurs de lumière (boîte, parapluie,etc...), c'est que plus on est près de l'objet à photographier, plus ils sont efficaces et adoucissent les ombres (un peu comme un scialytique dans un bloc opératoire !).
Ce diffuseur est peu encombrant, facile à ranger dans son sac puisqu'il se plie, et à mettre sur le flash par velcro. En plus, il est bien plus esthétique qu'une petite boîte à lumière. Le seul bémol, c'est qu'il est plus cher, peut-être un peu trop.
A recommander +++++