Strobist Starter Kits

Dutch / Belgian photography shop Foto Konijnenberg are offering a “Strobist Starter Kit” including an air-damped light stand, a set of Cactus V4 triggers, an Interfit Strobies XS bracket, a Jinbei umbrella and a softbox.

More new accessories announced at PMA

Delkin Fat Gecko Gator mount – a clamp to get your camera, flash units or backdrops into unusual places. Plus new accessories for the FourSquare speedlight mounting system by Lightware.

Elinchrom D-Lite “it” and Quadra Ringlight

Elinchrom have put up a PDF with specifications of the new D-Lite “it” (Intelligent Triggering) monolights. Also on the cards: an Elinchrom RQ ringflash for the Quadra AS portable pack-and-head system.

Portable power in the UK from Elemental

British studio lighting specialists Elemental have indicated that they are in the process of making a power pack for AC monolights, allowing you to use their (and any other brand’s) studio lights on location.

Nissin PS 300 Battery Pack, Four Thirds Di466

Nissin have announced a new battery pack, the Power Pack PS 300, which can boost the recycle times of two flashes at once. Also announced: a white version of the Di466 for Four Thirds cameras.

Yongnuo Speedlights Selection Guide

Yongnuo have been including “speedlight selection guides” in the packaging of their YN-series flashes. The guide compares the features of all existing YN-46X series flashes, including the new autozoom/TTL YN-467. The YN-467 has been released for Canon and the Nikon version is said to be coming soon, but with no confirmed date.