Flash Diffusers Don't Work (at least not how you think they do)! | Ask David Bergman

Today's question from Ronald J. is, “I’ve heard other photographers say that if you use one of those small, plastic diffusers on your flash, it will soften the light. I’ve tried it and haven’t noticed a difference. Am I using it wrong?"

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00:00 Intro
00:55 Defining soft light vs hard light
02:24 How to create soft light
03:53 What does a plastic flash diffuser do?
04:25 Does a small plastic flash diffuser soften the light?
07:42 Why do photographers say the diffuser softens the light when it actually doesn't?
09:33 Should you use a small plastic diffuser on your flash?

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