This is some serious “on-camera” flash! What a gem!

แชร์
ฝัง
  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ก.ย. 2024
  • I’m sorry to show you this long discontinued flash, the Fujifilm ef-x20, but it’s just too good not to share. This little thing works perfectly on the Leica M11 and the Leica Q2. (In manual only mode) But it’s TTL for your Fuji cameras! I used it on the Fujifilm X-Pro 3 and although it’s not perfect TTL flash, it does do a good job.
    As far as direct, non-modified, flash is concerned… this little gem did an amazing job and it’s staying in my camera bag!

ความคิดเห็น • 94

  • @Jeeperdad48
    @Jeeperdad48 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I agree. I use my EF20 on my M11 as well. Also cut a piece of a orange tungsten diffuser for the flash to balance setting tungsten setting on the camera at night to the streetlights look natural. 😊. I usually avoid auto web at night. Gives beautiful fill at 1/64.

  • @rumporridge1
    @rumporridge1 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great great in the scene tutorial. Learned a few tricks, appreciate your work.

  • @NRecob
    @NRecob 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Fuji EF X20 is great esp for travel! (I have the SF40 as well).

  • @tritham6548
    @tritham6548 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have watched few of your videos and I love them all. Feel so personal, in a good way, with full of useful info. The only little thing I wish for is adding a little more treble to your voice via microphone. I'm not native English speaker, so it's kind of hard listening English in a low tone :P Anyway, thank you for your effort on videos. I really enjoy watching them.

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you. And it’s not you- native English speakers have a hard time as well.

  • @chumleyk
    @chumleyk ปีที่แล้ว

    I've never seen a photographer whose face has actually changed because of their photographing!

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      A bit confused but thank you for your comment.

  • @photogroup16
    @photogroup16 7 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

    I bought one of these to pair with my Ricoh griiix as it’s form factor works with the small camera and on test shoot it worked well. May take a little time to judge the power/distance range but I was able to light people back lit by the sun without going beyond 1/4 power at 6 foot. So far I’m pleased with the purchase even if they are a bit pricey these days

  • @iczek
    @iczek ปีที่แล้ว

    What trigger do you use for Profoto? Nikon or Fuji?

  • @aobane841
    @aobane841 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can I use this flash with a Leica SL2s? I think the SL2s has slightly different contacts than the M11, no?

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      In manual mode the flash works on almost any camera

  • @AnhHuyPHAM
    @AnhHuyPHAM ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank your video! Do the efx20 work with m6 no ttl & profoto a1x (for canon) ? Thank you!

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The Fuji will but I don’t know for sure about the A1x Canon. I do thing I heard someone saying it works but can’t be sure.

  • @idriserba1494
    @idriserba1494 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question, what's your flash set up in the beginning?

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Can you be more specific? If you mean in the beginning of the video… that is the Profoto A1 with the Connect remote (Nikon). If you mean at the event, that is the Fuji flash

  • @fedebenavides
    @fedebenavides 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    look into the godox lux jr and sr. I'd love to know your opinion

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It looks like the junior would be very close to the same look, but a bigger form factor (that sounds odd to say considering its size) and I want to try the senior just because of the look 😂 I actually used this style growing up which I hate to admit since it makes me feel like I’m 90 years old.

  • @14bqdonk
    @14bqdonk ปีที่แล้ว +2

    it such a waste that amazing mini flash was discontinued

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree 100%! This and the Leica SF24D

  • @boris.dupont
    @boris.dupont 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video, thanks! I don't know if it's because I used the EF-X20 with my X-Pro1 or because it reminds me of the look of the older days but I really like the outcome. On my X-Pro3 the EF-X8 came in handy quite a few times in such environments

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      I remember in the old days we bought every bracket possible for flashes so we wouldn’t get this look… And now I can’t get enough of it

  • @kermitage
    @kermitage ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You seem to be a really cool guy - as well as the EF-X20 is a cool flash :) Truly enjoyed watching your video, thanks! Cheers from Warsaw!

  • @WhoIsSerafin
    @WhoIsSerafin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Godox came out with a almost identical version of this a few months ago. Might have to buy one.

    • @godsinbox
      @godsinbox 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Seems like this is a better topic to review. Any more details?

  • @christopherrodriguez7223
    @christopherrodriguez7223 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was very helpful, seems like you had no issues with the flash sync at all with 1/250th since m11 sync speed states 1/180th.

  • @EDHBlvd
    @EDHBlvd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I owned this flash years ago. It was fun for Fuji system. I did find that the two AAA is limitation compared to 4 AA. You need to shoot it always at lower power for fast refreshes. 1/32 or 1/64. I used it in manual a lot instead of TTL.

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I used 2 rechargeable and it lasted the whole night without issue.

  • @fuelediowa
    @fuelediowa 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    LOL My Flashes still have two of the nice flat fat hair ties. About an 1/8 inch wide on each of my flashes. I love taking some of that craft foam sheets. I have one cut to shape that just slides into every camera bag. LOL You really can get some amazing results. Looks silly but works great. I used to write a message inside mine or a smile face. And would rock it. LOL

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I can’t remember what brand of flash, but they had this large plastic disc clipped on the front and I drew a smiley face on it with black sharpie. After a while, that’s exactly where the plastic melted 😂oops

  • @atom7nine
    @atom7nine ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're absolutely fabulous. Thanks

  • @tdfrie
    @tdfrie 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    "Than". The word is "Than", not "Then".

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Mrs Knox is that you? Thanks for the correction.

  • @streets28mm
    @streets28mm 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for adding to the value of my flash!😀 I have the problem of the subject's shadow behind them for inside shots, how to avoid it without losing the one opportunity I have? Any tricks? Thanks!

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well with this flash so close to the lens it really isn’t an issue at all. These shots were done all bare flash and horizontal. Turning the camera vertically would create the undesirable side shadow

    • @streets28mm
      @streets28mm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kaskoPhoto sorry, my bad, i meant with off camera flash, I think my mistake was leaving the flash sitting on the shelf in the room all the time!

  • @loeasida
    @loeasida ปีที่แล้ว

    Good use of 1/64. I reccently purchased GODOX mini flash. Like this one but cheaper. Same control. I use ND acetate over the flash when needed. Sometimes ND filter on lens--Leica QP. You are correct (one of the few) who understand how to use this small piece of light to add just enough light to make scenes look un-lit. Your party scenes do look very 'lit' but easy to balance ambient with 1/64 + ND, even in a dark space, ISO 1200 so scenes do not look 'lit' at all. Many don't understand how to use light. Used properly, this is a nice basic unit of light, nice to have in many situations. Good review. Thx.

  • @musicmaestro88
    @musicmaestro88 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    EF-X20 and the Lightpix Labs Q20 are the way to go. These are especially good on leaf shutter cameras.

    • @s1dew1nd3r4
      @s1dew1nd3r4 ปีที่แล้ว

      in fairness the q20 is probably better especially the version 2 - you can angle the flash upwards if wanted and it just works well!

    • @photogroup16
      @photogroup16 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I've had two Lightpix Labs Q20 and a friend had one also and we both had issues with them. For him it was the detachable trigger unit for me I just find it doesn't fire consistently. Now considering an EF-X20 for my Ricoh GR3X

  • @davidswailes2455
    @davidswailes2455 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve had my EF-X20 a couple of years now, bought for £114 before the prices went up!
    Up until now I didn’t like the slow recycling time, but after watching your video it’s made me give the little guy a second chance!
    Thanks for your recommended settings too. Love using this flash on my X-Pro 3.
    Have a great day

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s the perfect combo - with the 50 f/2 ❤️

  • @frankiesebadoh
    @frankiesebadoh ปีที่แล้ว

    hi im looking for a flash to use on my film camera, a minolta srt-101. would you happen to have a recommendation for a compact one? thank you

  • @sirmarlondenon2497
    @sirmarlondenon2497 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was looking for this flash for well over a year, then I found it on KEH and purchased it for under 200 bucks.
    I love the output and the convenience of the size and it just gets the job done.
    The prices now are insane.
    I hope Fuji makes an updated version as well with a rechargeable battery.

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That would be amazing- An update of this with a rechargeable! Yes, they are outrageous on eBay now. There is nothing like it because of the fully manual controls.

    • @declanbcorcoran
      @declanbcorcoran ปีที่แล้ว

      are the prices just crazy because it is hard to find? I was so surprised. I am now torn between selling mine considering it cost me £99!

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@declanbcorcoran well if you use it keep it. But the prices are a great time to sell. They are to find

  • @aerialfilm1
    @aerialfilm1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m weird but I love that in your face Weegee style flash look. It’s nostalgic, glamorous and even a bit voyeuristic.

  • @oskarlarsson3695
    @oskarlarsson3695 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Will this work on an M9?

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes, I’m manual mode it will work on almost all cameras

  • @antigonooo
    @antigonooo 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Work on m10?

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes

  •  ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought that, I was the only weirdo rocking that combo 🤘🏻
    Great video and pics!

  • @kriseja6544
    @kriseja6544 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am started using this one 12 years ago with mp240, m10,m10r and now m11 its perfect with 28summaron only batteries drains quick when not in use 😅

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I haven’t noticed the battery issue but always top them off in a charger - I will have to let them in for a while and see if that happens with mine.

  • @sneakingelephant
    @sneakingelephant ปีที่แล้ว

    How does this compare to the new godox JR?

  • @thenexthobby
    @thenexthobby 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great tip on blocking the output for whichever side a too-close foreground person is. The real accomplishment is remembering to do so in the moment!

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s amazing how easily we all forget the little things in the moment- which in turn become big things in post. I’ve been doing this for 40+ years and still forget sometimes.

  • @CharlesReevesPhoto
    @CharlesReevesPhoto ปีที่แล้ว

    lol its nice to know I am not the only one to finger a flash. I do it all of the time when I use an optical trigger and I dont want the on camera flash to show.

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      I use that method a lot - I’m sure someone will be selling fake fingers soon as a modifier. 😂

  • @dayeah765caoni3
    @dayeah765caoni3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The zebra girl looks familiar on phub

  • @marshabernstein1157
    @marshabernstein1157 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did you have an issue with the slow recycling time? Issue in terms of missing shots, etc.

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Not at all. Was at /64 /32 power most of the time.

  • @gt2250
    @gt2250 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi~~~
    I recently got a EF-X20 flash to go with my Leica. Love the look of it so much.
    The flash "test"ed ok. set on 1/64 menual, dial at bottom tried both "x" and "p".
    In the camera, flash settings/flash mode was set to be "on".
    The hot shoe was pushed all the way in, a little clicking sound, but not seem to be locking( I can pull out without push the "push").
    I just couldn't get the shutter to triger the flash : ((( Did I miss anything?

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      What camera are you using it on?

    • @gt2250
      @gt2250 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kaskoPhoto Leica Q
      I suspect the problem is the mounting connection cuz the flash works on my canon.
      :( not sure if it needs adaptor of some sorts...

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gt2250 I use it on my Q2

  • @WhoIsSerafin
    @WhoIsSerafin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Godox came out with a almost identical version of this a few months ago. Might have to buy one.

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes the FlashBack Junior Retro. I love the look of the Senior too! Theirs also has the Auto feature which isn’t TTL but works pretty good.

  • @yourbuddykevin
    @yourbuddykevin ปีที่แล้ว

    need to work on your dialogue a bit, kind of rambling on.

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yea, that’s me. It’s just a casual unscripted channel- sorry about the ramble

  • @TheVFXbyArt
    @TheVFXbyArt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thx for the post.
    I shoot events alot like this.
    However, i WB to ambient light, gel the flash to match, expose the bgv.5 to 1 stop down and expose the flash comp down 1.25 stops.
    Very natural looking shots

  • @idriserba1494
    @idriserba1494 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Thank you

  • @ZOOtedtodaT
    @ZOOtedtodaT ปีที่แล้ว

    Is this compatible with the sony Zv1?

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      In manual mode it works with most any camera

  • @willstith1
    @willstith1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the look of that flash! I just got the Godox Lux jr and used it today out on the street during a rainy day at a festival. It worked great on Auto at f8. I'm really getting into flash I also have an off camera flash set up but I haven't really used it off camera too much yet. I'll have to give it a shot.

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try the handheld option for the off camera use… I think you will love the control.

  • @JHurrenPhotography
    @JHurrenPhotography ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice :) I bought this flash about two years ago, and have loved the heck out of it. Your video got me to check the prices- goodness! I'm sad though, because after moving, mine stopped being triggered when I trip the shutter. That's the only thing that has shown wear in the move, so I've done pretty well. Was trying it on a Fuji. Time to try it on a few other cameras.

    • @JHurrenPhotography
      @JHurrenPhotography ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey, it works again! The small switch on the bottom had somehow moved off the X setting. Works a charm once again 😁

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      I was just going to say that! I use two of them together at times (the switch changes one to a remote flash) and I get them mixed up at times. Glad it’s still working. It will outlast them all.

  • @ArminHirmer
    @ArminHirmer ปีที่แล้ว

    yeah yeah... had to get this flash now, thanks to you :D

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have you used it yet! And more important - did you find one at a good price 😂😂 they are a bit pricy.

    • @ArminHirmer
      @ArminHirmer ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kaskoPhoto nope, it's on the way. 350 Euro here :D

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ArminHirmer great price

    • @ArminHirmer
      @ArminHirmer ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kaskoPhoto would never had gotten it, just because you love it so much :D but I have to admit, it really looks great and will even fit my Sony RX1R2

    • @kaskoPhoto
      @kaskoPhoto  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ArminHirmer have always wanted to try that Sony

  • @jeffdrew625
    @jeffdrew625 ปีที่แล้ว

    That little Fuji x20 is a winner!

  • @outtathyme5679
    @outtathyme5679 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tips

  • @jasoncolquhoun35
    @jasoncolquhoun35 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great little flash review👍🏼

  • @The_CGA
    @The_CGA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m a big fan of handheld flash too. Regarding the index card, I’ve been using a piece of cardboard with foil glue-sticked to it.
    Covering a flash with my finger I’ve occasionally gotten a bit of a red gel from my blood…could be a good or bad thing…
    I’ve heard one can use polarizers to manage flash reflection, but I think this only applies to off-camera and sounds absurdly fiddly in practical situations.
    It’s a nice little flash and I love the form factor for the XPRo and XE series.