According to Bowens marketing director, Robert Cook, the new trigger unit incorporates the industry standard ISO 518 hot-shoe mount except that the mount now comes with an innovative ‘click-lock’ system. This allows photographers to simply click & lock the Tx into place on the camera’s hot-shoe and without further need for tightening. The system holds the trigger securely in place without any loss of connection, no matter what angle you are shooting at.
The Gemini 500 Classic was one of the best selling light kits of it’s day, so Bowens have brought it back with a few tweaks to compete with the new kids on the block. The 500 Classic bridges the gap between the Gemini 400 and the 500R kits, enabling you to take the step up in power, without breaking the bank.
by Garry Edwards
I’ve written this article to help people who are about to make their first lighting decisions, or who want to make buying decisions that will help move their photography to the next level. In the first half of this article, I’ll discuss the three basic lighting choices you’ll want to consider. In the second half, I’ll help you determine how much power you’ll need for your lighting kit….
