How to Use the Diana F+ Flash

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  • Опубликовано: 15 янв 2025

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  • @mynameispartypoison
    @mynameispartypoison 5 лет назад +6

    Kai, you're a goddamn saviour. Saved me 10 years later! What an icon. Thanks man!!

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  16 лет назад +1

    Thanks for the kind words. I'll add the exposure settings to the list of videos to do.

  • @jucardoso
    @jucardoso 15 лет назад

    hi kai, just bought my diana flash+ today and was confused about the extra things that came and had no idea what to do with it. Thanks so much for this video!

  • @5809AUJG
    @5809AUJG 11 лет назад

    Outstanding! Now I know what the little color gels strips are for and how they're used! Thank you! I just bought the Diana F+ complete package, with all the lenses and film frames and everything, and the only thing that I couldn't account for was those little gels. Now I don't feel so idiotic. Having used 35mm SLRs all my life, this little camera is a revelation to me. Whoopeee!!!

  • @myja100
    @myja100 6 лет назад +2

    Thank you so much for this video! I just got a Diana mini and thought I did all the research, but turns out I had no idea what half of the stuff in the box was 😅 This solved all of those questions, so thank you very much! Hope everyone has a great day 😄

  • @vaelfr
    @vaelfr 15 лет назад

    THAT IS SO AWESOME.
    I'm awaiting the arrival of my Diana F+ deluxe kit, and I didn't realize that the hot shoe attachments would let you use the flash on other cameras. That is so exciting!
    This is going to be my first time really shooting in film, so I'm really looking forward to trying it out. Also will be looking forward to seeing if that flash will work in the hot shoe of my Rebel XS.
    Thanks for the great videos, Kai.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  16 лет назад

    Thanks for the kind comments. I have some fun projects in the planning stages, some along the lines you mention. I look forward to sharing them with you all in 2009!

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @Ehm9 Check the flash battery. If it's run down, it may not charge the flash enough to be triggered. If the flash triggers when the "Fire" button is pressed, but not when plugged into the camera, then the circuit in the camera may be defective. If the camera is new, contact Lomography and let them know what problem you are having. They may have a solution, or if under warranty, may chose to replace it.

  • @manuelisai
    @manuelisai 16 лет назад

    im a subscriber who has been watching your videos for the past year.
    it seems as though your having fun with photography and producing some great results in the process.
    maybe youll have some videos in the future focusing on the other aspects of photography as well; darkroom, shooting on location & and choosing film for a desired look/feel.
    i am anxious to see what you have in store for 2009.
    great channel, great website.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @Ehm9 If using either setting, N or B, with the flash mounted on the camera, there is no need to trigger the flash separately. The camera uses the contact prongs to close the circuit and trigger the flash when the shutter release is pressed. If it's not working, then your battery may need to be replaced. If it is still not working with a fresh battery, your camera flash circuit may be defective.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @georgiexx9015 The gels come with the flash unit. If you need gels, you can get a sample gel booklet from BH Photo Video for about $2. They will have to be cut down, but you get a huge selection of colors.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @U23Drocs Yes, the Deluxe package includes the hotshoe prong, and the diana flash to hotshoe adapter. Be aware that use of the Diana Flash on a DSLR is not recommended, as the high triggering voltage of the Diana Flash may fry the DSLR's delicate electronics.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @U23Drocs Yes, you are correct. The Diana Flash on a Time magazine camera will work fine.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  15 лет назад

    Hello, It sounds like there may be a problem with the camera's trigger circuit if it works when it isn't plugged into the camera. I'm not certain if there's something that can be done about it, other than contacting Lomography and finding out if they can help you. I'm on the road at the moment, and will take a look at my F+ (it stayed at home) when I get back.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @javflo2204 You will need the hotshoe to Diana plug adapter (available from Lomography), but most any hotshoe flash is usable with the Diana.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @pwjayson From your description, he flash sounds defective or broken. Does the flash work if it is unmounted from the camera? If it works when not mounted, then it may be a camera problem. If it doesn't work in either case, then contact Lomography and explain to them the problems you are having.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @staufftoy Check the shutter to make sure it works properly. (see the shutter repair video). Check to make sure the aperture isn't set to the P (pinhole) setting. For proper camera setup while shooting, see the Shooting with Diana video. Also make sure the film is correctly loaded and going thru the camera.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  12 лет назад

    Does your Zenit-E have a hot shoe or accessory shoe? An accessory shoe is all metal, and does not have the contacts needed to trigger the flash. If it does have a hot-shoe, try mounting another flash unit to it and see if the trigger circuit is working properly. If you don't have one handy, take your camera down to your local camera store and see if they can help you out.

  • @bryanwbeauchamp
    @bryanwbeauchamp 14 лет назад

    Thanks for making this video. I Love my Diana and have already had a lot of fun with it, but I was struggling trying to figure out how to insert the flash gels.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @andreguu It's not safe for your DSLR. The triggering voltage on the Diana flash is unregulated and it's possible for it to cause damage to your DSLR electronics.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @danceshimmyshake12 The Diana F+ is a difficult camera to start with, mostly because of the 120 film. If you are unfamiliar with film, I recommend starting with a 35mm film camera. Take a look at the Holga 135, Superheadz Slim camera, or the diana Mini.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @mesophyllcell Yes, the flash for the DianaF+ also works on the Mini.

  • @gtisk
    @gtisk 13 лет назад

    Hey Kai! Is it true that this flash isn't the best for shooting with the fish-eye lens? Have you used it with such lens?

  • @greenher0es
    @greenher0es 14 лет назад

    thanks for the videos regarding the diana mini. really helpful for amateurs like me! :)

  • @tubbiemel
    @tubbiemel 14 лет назад

    thank you for ur videos!!!! :)
    really really useful!
    i got a holga before but its not very user friendly... for noobs like me!
    what would u say the difference are between a diana mini and a holga?

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @justfr3e If the flash doesn't work, as in, the red light never comes on and it just makes a high pitched whining noise, check your battery. It may just need a fresh new battery.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @themdog1295 The video is called Diana Camera Mod - Better Loading - bitDOTly/kDianaMod -replace the DOT with a .

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @sillystringgs The camera works best without flash outdoors in sunlight. Use the flash when under low-light conditions. Indoors, evenings, night. (N setting, Cloudy aperture.) You can also try the B setting wit the flash, for some interesting effects. (Slight blur with the flash freezing some action). The shutter stays open for as long as you hold the shutter down, but don't prolong it too much, or you will overexpose the film.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @BreadBowlBanana Yes, if it's the Diana F+ flash, just grasp it and pull it up and off.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @justfr3e If the red light does come on, and the flash doesn't work on camera or when you press the test button on the flash, then there is probably something wrong with the flash unit. Contacting Lomography is the right move.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @Pop8MyHeart Assume you mean the plug. You use the plug if you want to mount any other flash unit with a hot shoe instead of the Diana F+ flash.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @ericashinyi While the flash will mount on the Nikon, it's not a good idea. The new digital cameras are very sensitive to the triggering voltage that the flash units output. There's a good chance it will overload and fry the electronics. It's best to use the built-in flash or a flash made for your camera. If you are looking to use the gels with your flash, you can try affixing them to your flash unit with a little bit of tape. remove the gel before closing the flash unit, or it might jam.

  • @TheCaus
    @TheCaus 13 лет назад

    awesome i just attached my speedlite 430ex to the diana, never realized the multi-flash purpose, but what happened to your left hand?

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  15 лет назад +1

    Welcome to the wonderful world of film photography, where you don't know what you have until the film is processed. If I can, I usually shoot a few frames of any subject, just to make sure I have something usable to print.

  • @Iconology
    @Iconology 13 лет назад

    did you buy the flhas on its own or in a pack? I really want the adapters as i already own a lc-a+ and have just bought a diana f+. Awesome video. Really helpful!

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @pwjayson Does the ready light on the flash go on (orange glow on the back of the flash)? Have you installed a fresh battery? Does the flash work when you press the test button (Fire Away button). Where are you seeing the "stream of electricity". On or off, the flash bulb is inert and shouldn't be doing anything until the flash is triggered.

  • @sillystringgs
    @sillystringgs 14 лет назад

    hi, i'm a diana f newbie and i just wanna ask how do you know when to use the flash? for example indoors/outdoors/N/B. if you could reply i would really appreciate it, thanks :)

  • @kellykristine23
    @kellykristine23 14 лет назад

    OMG Thank you sooooo much! I was wondering how the heck you put those gel inserts in.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @gtisk I haven't use a flash with my fisheye. I think that the "problem" has to do with the fact that there aren't any flashes that can cover the field of view of a fisheye, so unless you are shooting a subject close to the camera (2-3m), the flash isn't very effective.

  • @Iconology
    @Iconology 13 лет назад

    did you buy the flash on its own or in a pack? I really want the adapters as i already own a lc-a+ and have just bought a diana f+. Awesome video. Really helpful!

  • @pwjayson
    @pwjayson 13 лет назад

    @kaituba I just bought a fresh pack of batteries. The ready light turns red, and when I push the test button, no flash in sight. I see a little tiny bit of flash. Not sure whats up. lol

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @moviesunrated The camera build is similar to the original Diana cameras, so yes, they feel pretty flimsy. They are a little better than the original, in that the quality of parts are much better. They aren't built to take a beating, but mine lives in my camera bag most of the time. If you need a more sturdily built camera, go with the Holga.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @Iconology The flash and adapters came with my Diana F+.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @LovePrettyPrincesses You can load the camera with the lights on. Subdued light is best. Avoid loading your camera in bright daylight. If you have to, shield the film and camera with your shadow.

  • @Irenerz
    @Irenerz 15 лет назад

    can you use any type of flash on the diana F+ when using the hotshoe?

  • @MrStardog123
    @MrStardog123 13 лет назад

    That you so much I can't tell you how much I appreciate this video

  • @xShishu95
    @xShishu95 14 лет назад

    @kaituba Kai, can the flash be used on a Nikon D3000?

  • @Tommybgoode
    @Tommybgoode 12 лет назад

    Hey Kai! I'm having trouble with my flash. Been trying to use the Diana F+ flash on my zenit-e but the flash doesn't go off when i click the shutter. Is this normal? how does it work? thank you so much!

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @rosannamfan The Color Splash flash must be purchased separately. The little filters come with the Diana F+ flash. If you have a standard flash, you can buy a sample booklet of gel filters, and tape then over the flash head. I have a link for the gel filter sample book on my website at dianacameraDOTcom -replace the DOT with a . Look in the Where to Buy section.

  • @jessrhodes7509
    @jessrhodes7509 12 лет назад

    Theres a diana camera I want but it doesnt have a flash with it so will i still be able to put a flash onto it?

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @sujushinee1406 When the flash is plugged in and turned on, it will trigger when you trip the shutter. No need to do it separately.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @kewyah Yes, the Flash works with the Mini.

  • @xxgcgdmcrtuxx
    @xxgcgdmcrtuxx 16 лет назад

    you should do a video on the 4 or 5 (i don't have my camera in front of me right now)setting below the barrel of the camera. i don't know what each means. i know that the 'P' is for pin point but what are the others?
    and what is the difference between "N" and "B". I don't understand the whole exposure thing.
    but have a happy 2009!
    and thank you for all your videos. if it wasnt for you, i would have given up on my camera.

  • @notnow101
    @notnow101 12 лет назад

    i got my diana F+ last xmas and it came with a book and the flash i cant rember if i got the the adapter though?? i would love to use the flash gun with my digital camers..

  • @mesophyllcell
    @mesophyllcell 13 лет назад

    does the flash for diana f+ also work for diana mini? thanks!

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  13 лет назад

    @themdog1295 That's normal and ok if you don't mind light leaks. If you want to avoid light leaks, then you should see my video on the Diana Mod for better loading.

  • @ConnecticutsBest
    @ConnecticutsBest 14 лет назад

    can you do a tutorial on how to load the camera with film and what film you need for it. thank you so much for this video it was a life saver!

  • @lilityger19
    @lilityger19 4 года назад

    What speed of film do you normally use?

  • @fairical
    @fairical 14 лет назад

    hey i was wondering how do u replace the color gel...because wen i got mine there was a red one already in place..and im scared i might break it. because my color gel is at the back where i flick the switch for 12-16 place.

  • @themdog1295
    @themdog1295 13 лет назад

    @kaituba ok thanks, what one is that called?

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @CyanMagentaJaune Google translation did not do well with your second sentence. I am not sure what problem you are having. Is the battery door stuck? It may appear from the video, that the door slides out in one smooth action, but it slides a little bit (2 or 3mm), then lifts up and away from the flash unit. If this does not answer your question, please try again! What problem are you having with the battery?

  • @pwjayson
    @pwjayson 13 лет назад

    i just got the diani mini recently for my birthday. however when i try testing out the flash, it doesn't work. i look at the lightbulb and all I see is a little stream of electricity.Is it broken?

  • @sujushinee1406
    @sujushinee1406 13 лет назад

    hye there...i just got my diana f+ and i dunno how to use the flash when i'm going to take indoor pic..do i need to click the shutter and the flash button on the same time???

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  15 лет назад

    @missmollynz Yes, this flash unit works with the Mini.

  • @sillystringgs
    @sillystringgs 14 лет назад

    @kaituba thank you so much! your videos are extremely helpful :)

  • @joychua538
    @joychua538 11 лет назад

    Hi Kai! Thanks so much for your videos! I recently gotten a Diana F+ Mini. When I used it, the flash worked at first. But after about a week, my flash wouldn't go off when it is mounted, yet the "Fire Away" button works. What do I do? Help, please! >_

  • @javflo2204
    @javflo2204 13 лет назад

    Can you use a nikon flash with a Diana f+?

  • @Fatwinao
    @Fatwinao 16 лет назад

    how can i make sure that i ve already photo the pictures already???n do i need to press any button on the flash when i take the photoes?

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  16 лет назад

    Is it offline? As with many shared webhost sites, it occasionally will go down due to reasons beyond my control, but my logs show no unusual activity for the past 24 hours. Is there some other problem I should be aware of?

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  12 лет назад

    Thanks, I'm glad you found this video helpful.

  • @punkmonkey123
    @punkmonkey123 12 лет назад

    Can you use the Diana Flash+ or a holga 12mfc on an olympus E-P2? I know they are hotshoe but I don't know the voltage. I need a flash for my camera but I don't want to spend a great deal of money on one.

  • @staufftoy
    @staufftoy 14 лет назад

    hi, i have a diana f+ as well and replaced it with a 35mm back. i haven't had a successful picture yet :( films do not contain anything. Why is this happening? do u know?

  • @thibeaucoens380
    @thibeaucoens380 12 лет назад

    you can use this camera to a computer?

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  15 лет назад

    I don't know of any parts in the flash that are user replaceable. Contact Lomography and see if they have parts you can order.
    I'll have to take a look at my flash and see if it's possible to work on.

  • @heatherae
    @heatherae 12 лет назад

    Thank you for the awesome video!

  • @cgzepp
    @cgzepp 2 часа назад

    Lovely to have someone showing me the ropes, but sadly this likely means my Diana flash is cooked

  • @glittergirl221
    @glittergirl221 13 лет назад

    I got my flash set up and when I test it it works, but when i try to take a picture it doesn't :S PS. your videos are really helpful! :)

  • @Someskaterdude17
    @Someskaterdude17 13 лет назад

    will this flash work on the lomo fisheye 2?

  • @themdog1295
    @themdog1295 13 лет назад

    hello, i have a diana F+ and my rolls arent that tightly wound..., is that normal?

  • @hamburguesaSINcorazon
    @hamburguesaSINcorazon 9 лет назад

    there is a way to use a flash wire to use the flash off-camera?

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  12 лет назад

    The DianaF+ is not digital, and the photos can only be uploaded to a computer if you take the additional step of getting your analog film negatives or prints scanned. Many photolabs will scan your negs for you when you get your film processed for an additional cost, or you can use your own desktop film scanner.

  • @naiesz
    @naiesz 10 лет назад +1

    I just won a Sprocket Rocket and I was planning to buy this Diana Flash and use the adapter it includes. But now that I watched your very clear video got one question... the flash uses a battery, ok... but how, for heavens sake, it works connected to the camera when you shot? I mean, the battery is just in the flash. I can't undertstand that.
    P. S. I'm new into this analog cameras.

    • @imdead30
      @imdead30 10 лет назад +1

      Nai Esz when the shutter is pressed with the flash attached and active it will cause it to fire

  • @Luvpandies1
    @Luvpandies1 10 лет назад

    Hello Kai, I have a dilema because while moving, I seem to have lost the battery door for my diana F + flash. What do you suggest I do?

  • @febed01
    @febed01 9 лет назад

    If you also have a Lomo'Instant, the color gels that comes with it also work with the Diana F+ flash :)

  • @rosannamfan
    @rosannamfan 13 лет назад

    Do any of you know if the color splash flash comes with the Diana f+? Or the jelly filters? If not can I purchase them on lomo website?

  • @abarusso
    @abarusso 13 лет назад

    @itsmarylou I don't have the Diana F+ flash, but you can hear the high pitched sound on the video, so I guess it's normal.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @ConnecticutsBest There is a how to load video, Loading the Diana+.
    bitDOTly/kDianaLaod
    For which film, check out my blog post on the subject, bitDOTly/kWhichFilm. Replace the DOT with a . Sorry, RUclips doesn't like links.

  • @AshleyTsai0722
    @AshleyTsai0722 13 лет назад

    介紹閃光燈如何充電, 加濾色片, 置換其他閃光燈,
    語氣平穩操作清楚, good.

  • @HenningGu
    @HenningGu 11 лет назад +2

    Lomography . com their shop. You can also buy lenses and other accesories.

  • @nismocuaad
    @nismocuaad 10 лет назад

    Hi, do u know how to quite the battery? I think mine is stuck

  • @LexieanneK
    @LexieanneK 8 лет назад

    Not sure if youre gonna read this but, does the flash work only if you have a film loaded up on it? The fire away button works but when i try to shoot something without film, it doesn't flash.

  • @poppikone9
    @poppikone9 12 лет назад

    Diana F+ uses 120mm films ! and the exposures tells you how many pictures u can get out of the film, and the 100 is the ASA, google if problems ;)

  • @MegaDarkhole
    @MegaDarkhole 12 лет назад

    ive attached my tested diana flash on my diana mini.., but it wont light up when i hit the shutter.., please help me.

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  14 лет назад

    @aurorapurpurea Lomography doesn't sell replacement filters, but go to my website at dianacameraDOTcom
    (replace the DOT with a . - sorry, youtube doesn't like links)
    Go the side navigation menu and click on the Where to Buy link. There, look for the header:Replacement Color Gel Filters. I give a link to a place that sells sample books for gel filters.

  • @violettacogoni
    @violettacogoni 13 лет назад

    So useful!

  • @BLayerable
    @BLayerable 13 лет назад

    I have a problem with this flash!
    The battery is blocked into the flash, what can i do???

  • @Fatwinao
    @Fatwinao 16 лет назад

    isn't it i need to press the shutter of diana F and the flash fire away button at the same time when i take the photoes?

  • @kaituba
    @kaituba  16 лет назад

    If the flash works fine, then It sounds like the camera itself is malfunctioning. Unfortunately, I don't have an easy fix for you. Contact Lomography and see about getting a replacement.

  • @MissLivido
    @MissLivido 10 лет назад

    Sorry I hava a question, Why my Diana's f+ black jack flash doesn't work with my canon 600d?

    • @Psychocoko
      @Psychocoko 7 лет назад

      Carolina Livido dont try this out. You could severly damage your cameras electronics!!!

  • @jeannequidu5645
    @jeannequidu5645 12 лет назад

    Thanks you a lot !!!!!!!!!