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Tamron applies the Di (Digitally Integrated) logo to lenses with optical systems designed to meet the performance characteristics of digital SLR cameras, and this 28-75mm Di autofocus zoom lens is no exception. Boasting revolutionary downsizing XR technology, the lens is among the smallest and lightest models in the history of fast zoom lenses. In fact, it looks just like an ordinary standard zoom lens, but offers a fast constant maximum aperture that will reshape your photographic horizons. Specific details include a constant maximum aperture of f/2.8, a minimum focusing distance of 13 inches, and a rotation-type zoom. As with all Tamron lenses, the 28-75mm lens carries a six-year warranty.
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Constructed of 7075 aircraft grade aluminum the F16A offers up to 40% reduction in weight while retaining 98% of the traditional ASP Baton striking potential. Patented foam vinyl grip provides increased retention.
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Discussion of accessories to get with an AB800
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yes the Alien Bees and all exceptthe early "white can" White lightning electronic flash units use a Balcar based reflector, speed ring mounting system.
Try Flashclinic in NYC ; http://www.flashclinic.com and ask them about using Balcar heads in the Elinchrom Octabank and what you'll need. http://www.fotocare.com is also a good resourse
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Now, this rig certainly isn’t cheap, but I actually think it’s a bargain, because if you get this one rig, you’re pretty much set for portraits (you’ll wind up using this one light and a reflector, and that’s about all you need). The Ranger Kit at B&H Photo (which is the flash head, battery pack, a hard case, and accessories), goes for around $2,029, and then you need the 74″ Octabank softbox itself, (which goes for around $1,100) and then I recommend a Matthews’s Hollywood C-stand to hold it all (for around $150, plus you should buy some wheels for it).
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I would also recommend buying an Avenger A420 rolling lightstand (I hang my Ranger RX Battery Back off the stand, as seen in the photo above), so the whole thing rolls around as one unit, without having to pick anything up off the floor. If this “hanging off the stand” thing makes you a bit queezy, you can buy a little shelf that will attach to the stand so it sits fla
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Links to interesting preparedness resources in the comments.
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