MO: Flash Bracket for $50each (Stroboframe look-a-like)

sykestang · 17th February 2005

I have contact and have already placed order for 50pcs of the above mentioned Flash bracket. Expected stock will come in the 1st week of March.

This flash bracket functions and looks like the well-known Stroboframe. In fact this is the exact replica of the stroboframe, and it feels the same.

Attached here is a picture of the this flash bracket.

Price is at $50each. Interested, please leave your name and contact no here.
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Wai · 18th February 2005

exact replica of stroboframe? so can the base attach to stroboframe quick release mount???

will get one if it can

vince123123 · 18th February 2005

even the original stroboframe quickflip can't attach to the quick release without the plate, only the higher ends like RL-2000, Pro T etc can.

Originally Posted by Wai

exact replica of stroboframe? so can the base attach to stroboframe quick release mount???

will get one if it can

Del_CtrlnoAlt · 18th February 2005

i got the exact same 1...

point to note... its hard to use with a cam with vertical grip, i mean hard, not impossible. this bracket is for use with a cam WITHOUT A VERTICAL GRIP!

i on the verge to modify it to suit a vertical grip... watch for it!

vince123123 · 18th February 2005

actually, I'm using one with my D100 + grip - not sure what the problem is...

Originally Posted by Del_CtrlnoAlt

i got the exact same 1...

point to note... its hard to use with a cam with vertical grip, i mean hard, not impossible. this bracket is for use with a cam WITHOUT A VERTICAL GRIP!

i on the verge to modify it to suit a vertical grip... watch for it!

AJ23 · 18th February 2005

Originally Posted by Del_CtrlnoAlt

i got the exact same 1...

point to note... its hard to use with a cam with vertical grip, i mean hard, not impossible. this bracket is for use with a cam WITHOUT A VERTICAL GRIP!

i on the verge to modify it to suit a vertical grip... watch for it!

I used to own one of these. Initially, it's had to use the cam with a vertical grip using the original hole that is used to secure the camera to the frame.

Then one fine day, I realised that the "hole" can be adjusted. And so is the height of the flash arm.

So try different positions of the "hole" and the height of the flash arm to suit one's camera and preference.

Jer · 18th February 2005

Interesting. Is it possible to show how the setup look like with the flash in the vertical position (as in taking portraits)

Del_CtrlnoAlt · 18th February 2005

http://forums.clubsnap.org/showpost....&postcount=122

drudkh's version...

btw, its heavier on 1 side... the spongy handle should technically be on the other side...

Jer · 18th February 2005

Originally Posted by Del_CtrlnoAlt

http://forums.clubsnap.org/showpost....&postcount=122

drudkh's version...

btw, its heavier on 1 side... the spongy handle should technically be on the other side...

Oh..i see. I thought the orientation of the strobe will be adjusted back like when it is mounted on camera (if you know what i mean)

Del_CtrlnoAlt · 18th February 2005

my version...

but den i just thought of a new way to use it with the spongy on the other side & yet have the flash on the top for both orientation

loupgarou · 18th February 2005

I'm looking for one that can attach two flashes for macro..

any luck with modding this? finding alternative source?

Del_CtrlnoAlt · 18th February 2005

Originally Posted by loupgarou

I'm looking for one that can attach two flashes for macro..

any luck with modding this? finding alternative source?

this frame have alot of screw threads underneath, just get a few plamps thingy will do... if u want more idea, i got alot of juices... hehe i already thought of a way already...

sykestang · 18th February 2005

Originally Posted by Jer

Oh..i see. I thought the orientation of the strobe will be adjusted back like when it is mounted on camera (if you know what i mean)

There is only one brand I know can do that... it's the Newton... http://www.newtoncamerabrackets.com/newton.html
but that will set you back $300-$400 depends which model you buy.

vince123123 · 18th February 2005

I have the STroboframe RL-2000 that is probably similar as well...but its darn heavy - can't handhold for very long.

Originally Posted by sykestang

There is only one brand I know can do that... it's the Newton... http://www.newtoncamerabrackets.com/newton.html
but that will set you back $300-$400 depends which model you buy.

Del_CtrlnoAlt · 18th February 2005

Originally Posted by sykestang

There is only one brand I know can do that... it's the Newton... http://www.newtoncamerabrackets.com/newton.html
but that will set you back $300-$400 depends which model you buy.

Tiffen / Strobo does have 1 of this...

for the version sykes is selling is a quick flip = flash flip

for the one sykes link above, is a camera flip.

nevertheless, a slight mod like what drudkh have done is good enough.

Upz for sykes!

vince123123 · 18th February 2005

The QuickFlip is an extremely good, cheap and fairly compact flash bracket, you guys should get it especailly now that there is a replica version that is so cheap.

I have been using mine for coming to 10 years already (it was S$90 for the original then at cathay - now its like $130) and it is really good...so good that i even bought an extra as backup. since then everyone saw how good it was and the trend everyone started using too :P

At only $50 now, how can you not buy?

Upz for Sykes' MO!

Wai · 18th February 2005

thanks for the explanation, vince

since it is a replica, not sure how is the build and quality. skyketang, do u have a sample that i can try out

luckily i have extra QR plate for stroboframe, so i can attach this bracket to the QR plate and then mount to my QR mount??

kelster · 18th February 2005

Originally Posted by Wai

thanks for the explanation, vince

since it is a replica, not sure how is the build and quality. skyketang, do u have a sample that i can try out

luckily i have extra QR plate for stroboframe, so i can attach this bracket to the QR plate and then mount to my QR mount??

I own the above replica and I must say the build and quality is pretty reasonably solid...shouldn't have any quelms getting one lah...especially so at the price...

funksoulava · 18th February 2005

Any problems using this with D100 + vertical grip + SB80?

Del_CtrlnoAlt · 18th February 2005

Originally Posted by funksoulava

Any problems using this with D100 + vertical grip + SB80?

nope... u see any problem with a D7D with vertical grip & HS5400?

17th February 2005	#1
sykestang Contributor Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: studiospace Posts: 5,992	MO: Flash Bracket for $50each (Stroboframe look-a-like) I have contact and have already placed order for 50pcs of the above mentioned Flash bracket. Expected stock will come in the 1st week of March. This flash bracket functions and looks like the well-known Stroboframe. In fact this is the exact replica of the stroboframe, and it feels the same. Attached here is a picture of the this flash bracket. Price is at $50each. Interested, please leave your name and contact no here. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. . . . . 50. __________________ Gallery: http://sykestang.clubsnap.org/gallery/Photography-Works http://www.studiospace.com.sg

18th February 2005	#2
Wai Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: South Pole with Penguin Posts: 5,185	exact replica of stroboframe? so can the base attach to stroboframe quick release mount??? will get one if it can __________________ We are HDD of PC & FT are MB add to storage; so PC never hangs with enormous storage capacity - LKY

18th February 2005	#7
Jer Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: West Posts: 594	Interesting. Is it possible to show how the setup look like with the flash in the vertical position (as in taking portraits) __________________ Jerfotography Nikon D300 Power by iMac and iPhone 3GS

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Del_CtrlnoAlt Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Outside the Dry Box. Posts: 16,340	http://forums.clubsnap.org/showpost....&postcount=122 drudkh's version... btw, its heavier on 1 side... the spongy handle should technically be on the other side... __________________ Logging Off Permanently. Those who need to contact me will know where to contact me.

18th February 2005	#17
Wai Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: South Pole with Penguin Posts: 5,185	thanks for the explanation, vince since it is a replica, not sure how is the build and quality. skyketang, do u have a sample that i can try out luckily i have extra QR plate for stroboframe, so i can attach this bracket to the QR plate and then mount to my QR mount?? __________________ We are HDD of PC & FT are MB add to storage; so PC never hangs with enormous storage capacity - LKY

18th February 2005	#11
loupgarou Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 1,791	I'm looking for one that can attach two flashes for macro.. any luck with modding this? finding alternative source?

18th February 2005	#16
vince123123 Deregistered Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Posts: 6,689	The QuickFlip is an extremely good, cheap and fairly compact flash bracket, you guys should get it especailly now that there is a replica version that is so cheap. I have been using mine for coming to 10 years already (it was S$90 for the original then at cathay - now its like $130) and it is really good...so good that i even bought an extra as backup. since then everyone saw how good it was and the trend everyone started using too :P At only $50 now, how can you not buy? Upz for Sykes' MO!

18th February 2005	#19
funksoulava Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 678	Any problems using this with D100 + vertical grip + SB80?