I've been trying to use my flash outside to fill under shadowy conditions, but the flash seems to mess up the white balance and we can clearly see that there is a flash instead of a nice soft light source.
I have also tried using my remote control feature on my Nikon SB800 flash, but again, readings wasn't as right as if it was hooked directly on my camera.
With your Nikon gear the flash shouldn't mess up the white balance, but I generally shoot RAW which makes it easier to fix that issue in post.
You may need to use a diffuser if you're close to the subject. My flash came with one, and it's great. If not, you can buy various strap/velcro-on diffusers or make your own. A buddy of mine also used a translucent 4l container and cut it to fit over his flash. Gary Fong now sells something simlar on his web site and some stores carry it as well.
The dog moves A LOT!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/28587560@N03/sets/72157622631177321/
That's a great example of the difficulties of shooting in bright sunlight -- several stops difference between sunlight and shadow.
I've been trying to use my flash outside to fill under shadowy conditions, but the flash seems to mess up the white balance and we can clearly see that there is a flash instead of a nice soft light source.
I have also tried using my remote control feature on my Nikon SB800 flash, but again, readings wasn't as right as if it was hooked directly on my camera.
Any insight?
With your Nikon gear the flash shouldn't mess up the white balance, but I generally shoot RAW which makes it easier to fix that issue in post.
You may need to use a diffuser if you're close to the subject. My flash came with one, and it's great. If not, you can buy various strap/velcro-on diffusers or make your own. A buddy of mine also used a translucent 4l container and cut it to fit over his flash. Gary Fong now sells something simlar on his web site and some stores carry it as well.