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    Accessories for Vivitar 285HV



    Hi guys,


    I'm currently planning to get two 285s. Are there any good diffusers for them? The sto-fen one is not getting good reviews, given that it's quite small and it fits inside the head, not outside. So it's not as stable. Also, are there any good pouches designed for the 285?


    Thanks in advance, as always,


    Tony



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    Re: Accessories for Vivitar 285HV



    Tony,
    No, they come with diffusers. The Vivitar 285 has a very large head. Unlike most modern flash heads. It's a little different and doesn't easily accept the accessories made for the SB-900s and 380-EXs of our time.

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    Re: Accessories for Vivitar 285HV



    Quote Originally Posted by Chuck Lee
    No, they come with diffusers

    Ah, is that the wide angle diffusers? Does it work similarly to the sto-fen ones? I use the sto-fen one on my 580EX II and I like the results.


    Tony

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    Re: Accessories for Vivitar 285HV



    Use a white umbrella as a diffuser. The results will be superior.

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    Re: Accessories for Vivitar 285HV



    Quote Originally Posted by Sean Setters
    Use a white umbrella as a diffuser.

    Sean, of course. But I can't carry umbrellas with me everywhere...


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    Re: Accessories for Vivitar 285HV



    Quote Originally Posted by Tony Printezis


    Sean, of course. But I can't carry umbrellas with me everywhere...


    Tony


    I do! :-)


    But, if you insist, you can try this product I found on Ebay. It's very similar to the Omnibounce, but designed specifically for the 285HV. For $13 and no charge for shipping, you might want to try it out.

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