Re: [OM] Dr. Flash asks a flash question

[Chris Trask]

>
>Anybody have any suggestions on how to cut the light output of a T-32 in 
>full power manual mode by 1/2 stop?  Using the low power setting on a 
>T-32 drops the output by 2 stops.  Using a filter holder and a T-32 ND4 
>filter also drops it by 2 stops while the ND8 drops it by 4 stops.
>
>I can't use auto or TTL modes so have to figure out how to throttle it 
>back in manual mode.  I've thought about using some sort of ND gel 
>filter but these things tend to cost more than the present value of a 
>T-32.  I've thought of sprinkling little stick-on black dots over the 
>surface to block the light but don't know how well that would work.  Any 
>blockage needs to be distributed over the surface fairly evenly since I 
>don't want to block the angle of coverage.  Maybe a layer or two of 
>exposed B&W film?  What can you suggest that I haven't already thought of?
>

     Looks like a great opportunity to use one of those variable neutral 
density filters.  You could experiment using a pair of linear polarisers to see 
if one will do the job for you.


Chris
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