Cool New Tool for Shaping Light For Off-Camera Flash Users

from Scott Kelby's Photoshop Insider, 6/3/2010

"These things are awesome! They’re called “Rogue FlashBenders” and they help you control and shape the light from your off-camera flash...They just officially launched today, but we got a set in last week and Matt and we all fell in love with them right away (everybody was drooling over them).

Way to go ExpoImaging guys—-you rocked it with this one!
"

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Rogue FlashBenders can be shaped into a nearly infinite number of positions.

Rogue FlashBenders


What are Rogue FlashBenders?

Rogue FlashBenders is a system of unique shapeable light modifiers for shoe mount flash that enable unparalleled control for strobe lighting enthusiasts.   Manufactured to meet the demanding needs of location photographers, FlashBenders’ patent pending design provides complete control over the shape of the reflector.  

FlashBenders represent a new approach to controlling light. FlashBenders are positionable.  You can bend a FlashBender into almost any position, and it will assume that shape, staying in position until you reform it.

FlashBenders are made from the highest quality materials, including genuine Cordura nylon and genuine Velcro fasteners.  FlashBenders' white reflective surfaces are made from a durable, wipeable, synthetic fabric which has been tested for neutrality so that it won't alter the color temperature of the reflected light from a strobe.

Rogue FlashBenders fit a wide range of shoe mount flash brands, including:  Canon, Konica, Metz, Minolta, Nikon, Nissin, Olympus, Panasonic, Pentax, Quantum, Sigma, Sony and Vivitar.
FlashBender Small Reflector





FlashBender Features:


• Unique patent-pending positionable design allows for
  unparalleled light control
• Fits any standard shoe-mount flash using integrated
  belt
• Durable materials
• Won't change the color temperature of reflected flash
• Reflective surfaces may be wiped down
• Packs flat for portability



Large Positionable Reflector


Large FlashBender Reflector The versatile Rogue FlashBender Large Positionable Reflector can be used either as a reflector to bounce light onto a subject, as a flag to shield light away from it or as a snoot to produce a tight and narrow circle of light.  Because of its size, the Large Reflector is perfect for off-camera use.

The patent pending design incorporates (3) positionable rods that allow the Large Reflector to be molded into position and held in place.  

The Rogue FlashBender Large Positionable Reflector requires no separate attachment strap, nor any adhesives to be applied to the strobe.  The easy attachment belt built into this FlashBender is designed to work with all makes and models of shoe mount flash. 

The Large Reflector weighs approximately 6oz (163g),
and measures approx. 10” x 11” (254mm x 280mm).


Large Reflector Positions



Small Positionable Reflector


FlashBender Small Positionable Reflector Like the larger version, the Rogue FlashBender Small Positionable Reflector can be used either as a reflector to bounce light onto a subject, as a flag to shield light away from it or as a small snoot to produce a wide circle of light.  And because it’s half the size of the larger version, it’s easy to throw in a camera bag and it’s perfect for use on (or off) camera.

The patent pending design incorporates (2) positionable rods that allow the Small Reflector to be molded into position and held in place.  

The Rogue FlashBender Small Positionable Reflector requires no separate attachment strap, nor any adhesives to be applied to the strobe.  The easy attachment belt built into this FlashBender is designed to work with all makes and models of shoe mount flash. 

The Small Reflector weighs approximately 3oz (92g), and measures approximately 10” x 7” (254mm x 178mm).



Small Positionable Reflector Positions



Bendable Bounce Card / Flag


FlashBender Bounce Card/Flag The versatile Rogue FlashBender Bounce Card can be used either as a reflector to bounce light onto a subject, or as a flag (using either the built-in white surface, or included black fabric attachment) to shield light away from it. 

The patent pending design incorporates (1) positionable rod that allows the Bounce Card to be bent into position and held in place.

The Rogue FlashBender Bounce Card requires no separate attachment strap, nor any adhesives to be applied to the strobe.  The easy attachment belt built into this FlashBender is designed to work with all makes and models of shoe mount flash. 

The Bounce Card weighs approximately 2oz (68g), and measures approximately 5” x 9” (127mm x 228mm).
FlashBender Bounce Card



Bounce Card/Flag Positions



About Rogue Photographic Design


Created by ExpoImaging, Rogue Photographic Design is a new line of innovative lighting equipment for small strobe lighting enthusiasts.  These versatile new lighting tools provide photographers with remarkable power to control the light from their shoe mount flashes.  More information about current (and future) offerings from Rogue Photographic Design will be available here at expoimaging.com.