FAQ
Battery flash
1. How to connect GlareOne Vega and Antares lamps with Polaris and Lynx transmitters?
Change the remote trigger mode to 7. Vega and Antares lamps are factory set to 6. The current mode can be checked in the upper left corner of the lamp screen, next to the WiFi icon.
Instructions on how to change the remote trigger mode can be found on GlareOneTV:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UUdtJM5vupo&t
2. Which transmitters work with GlareOne battery-powered flash lamps?
GlareOne Polaris, Lynx, and Flash RC transmitters work with rechargeable flash units.
Please note that Flash RC is a basic transmitter for the hot shoe’s central pin, so it will trigger the flash in manual mode up to 1/160, without TTL or HSS.
3. What systems are GlareOne battery-powered flash units compatible with?
The Apus 48 and 80 flashes and the Botis 80 are available in two versions – with a universal foot, compatible with Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Lumix, and OM SYSTEM, or with a foot for Sony cameras. The Botis 200 flash is compatible with all systems.
4. What systems are Lynx and Polaris transmitters compatible with?
Polaris and Lynx transmitters are available in two versions – with a universal foot, compatible with Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Lumix, and OM SYSTEM, or with a foot for Sony cameras. The Botis 200 flash is compatible with all systems.
With Pentax and Leica systems, they will only work by triggering the flash to 1/160 via the central pin of the foot, but without TTL, without HSS, and without communication with the camera.
5. Do the flashes support HSS mode?
Yes. GlareOne Apus and Botis flashes support HSS (High-Speed Sync) for synchronization with short shutter speeds.
6. Do the flashes support TTL mode?
Yes. All models enable automatic TTL light metering and work with many camera systems, such as Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm, Lumix, and OM SYSTEM, as well as Sony (applies to flashes with an S in the name).
7. Which flash should I choose – Apus or Botis?
The most important differences between Apus and Botis flashes are the type of flash head, performance, and cooling.
Apus flashes are equipped with traditional Fresnel lenses – these are high-quality flashes with a classic light source typical of reporter flashes.
Botis lamps have a round burner, as in studio lamps. This makes them slightly larger and allows them to be fitted with Bowens light modifiers (using an adapter), which allows for greater versatility and more application possibilities.
Cooling in Botis lamps is passive but more advanced – in dynamic reportage, the lamps can produce about 2x more flashes than the Apus 80 lamp (or other competing lamps of standard design). The number of flashes is also influenced by the high-current battery.
Studio flash
1. Will the lamp work with my camera?
GlareOne Vega and Antares lamps work with any camera that has an ISO hot shoe, using the GlareOne Flash RC trigger.
The GlareOne range also includes more advanced GlareOne Lynx and GlareOne Polaris transmitters. The universal transmitters are compatible with Canon / Nikon / Fujifilm / Lumix / OM SYSTEM cameras with an ISO hot shoe. Transmitters marked with an S are designed for Sony cameras with a Sony Multi Interface hot shoe.
In addition, the Lynx and Polaris transmitters have a 2.5 mm jack socket, allowing them to be connected to a camera with a sync socket without an ISO foot.
2. Can GlareOne flashes be controlled remotely?
GlareOne flashes with a built-in Bluetooth module can be controlled using the GlareOne app, and flashes with built-in radio control can be controlled by a transmitter – flashes by the GlareOne Flash RC transmitter and LED flashes by the GlareOne LED RC transmitter.
3. Which flash should I choose – Vega or Antares?
At first glance, the Vega 200/400 and Antares 600 are similar flashes, but the difference is in the details.
The Antares is a more powerful lamp than the Vega 200/400 and is made entirely of metal. The lamp screen is made using technology similar to OLED, thanks to which the angle of the displayed image is clear up to 178 degrees and the value on the screen can be seen clearly in almost any lamp setting.
The Antares 600 is perfect as a workhorse in a large studio, while the Vega 200/400 is a great lamp for those just starting their adventure with flash lighting.
4. Flash or continuous light?
The choice between flash and continuous light depends on many factors. We encourage you to watch our video on the GlareOneTV YouTube channel, where we discuss the differences and capabilities of flash and LED lamps:
https://youtu.be/XRpi3OhuVeA?feature=shared
5. What modifiers can be mounted on GlareOne lamps?
GlareOne studio lamps have a universal Bowens mount and are compatible with all modifiers with this mount. The exception may be barn doors, which, due to their design and thermal resistance, are dedicated to specific lamp powers.
Continuous LED light
1. Flash or continuous light?
The choice between flash and continuous light depends on many factors. We encourage you to watch our video on the GlareOneTV YouTube channel, where we discuss the differences and capabilities of flash and LED lamps:
https://youtu.be/XRpi3OhuVeA?feature=shared
2. Can GlareOne lamps be controlled remotely?
GlareOne lamps with a built-in Bluetooth module can be controlled using the GlareOne app, and lamps with built-in radio control can be controlled by a transmitter – flash lamps by the GlareOne Flash RC transmitter and LED lamps by the GlareOne LED RC transmitter.
3. What modifiers can be mounted on GlareOne lamps?
GlareOne studio lamps have a universal Bowens mount and are compatible with all modifiers with this mount. The exception may be barn doors, which, due to their design and thermal resistance, are dedicated to specific lamp power ratings.
Spotlights
1. How do projection lenses differ from Spotlight PRO?
Spotlight Lens projection lenses are designed for use with the Spotlight light source. When purchasing the Spotlight body, it is possible to replace the lens with a different one. Spotlight Lens lenses, together with the Spotlight light source, allow the use of LED lamps up to 200W and flash lamps up to 600Ws.
The Spotlight PRO light head has an integrated lens which, together with the light head, is made of materials with higher thermal resistance, allowing the use of LED lamps up to 300W or flash lamps up to 1000Ws. The integrated lens ensures that the projected image is almost completely free of chromatic aberration and is very sharp.
2. PRO 20° and 40° light pipes – how do they differ?
Choosing between the PRO 20° and 40° light pipes is similar to choosing a camera lens. It is an individual matter and you have to decide for yourself which angle is right for you.
The projected circle from the PRO 20° beam is as follows:
- 1 meter – 27 cm
- 2 meters – 61 cm
The projected circle from the PRO 40° beam is as follows:
- 1 meter – 53 cm
- 2 meters – 110 cm
3. What lamps does Spotlight PRO work with?
Spotlight PRO light modifiers, like Spotlight light modifiers, work with Bowens-mounted flash and LED lamps. The PRO light modifier can withstand higher temperatures (up to 300 W) compared to the Spotlight light modifier.
When used with an LED lamp, the light guide provides an evenly projected image. When using the light guide with flash lamps, such as Vega or Antares, due to the physical design of the flash tube, the projected light circle may be slightly darker in the center.
4. What lamps are compatible with the body and projection lenses?
Spotlight light modifiers, like Spotlight PRO light modifiers, are compatible with Bowens-mounted flash and LED lamps. The PRO light modifier can withstand lower temperatures (up to 200 W) compared to the Spotlight PRO light modifier.
When used with an LED lamp, the light guide provides an evenly projected image. When using the light guide with flash lamps, such as Vega or Antares, due to the physical design of the flash tube, the projected light circle may be slightly darker in the center.
The use of third-party lenses instead of dedicated ones may damage the lens, and the use of the Spotlight with a lamp stronger than 200 W may melt the third-party lens.
Softboxes
Which softbox should you choose? Differences between Pro, Easy Fold, and Strappo softboxes
Strappo softboxes are the simplest modifiers, manually unfolded with tension rods.
Easy Fold softboxes feature a quick-release mechanism. To unfold the softbox, you need to partially detach the softbox diffuser.
PRO softboxes are made of damage-resistant material and feature a quick-release mechanism on the outside – no need to remove the diffuser.
Flags
How to assemble a lens hood?
We encourage you to watch our video on GlareOneTV on YouTube, where we demonstrate how to assemble a lens hood:
Accessories
Flash RC Trigger – compatible cameras
The Flash RC Trigger has a universal ISO hot shoe that works with most cameras on the market. Some cameras, such as the Canon EOS R50, do not have an ISO-compliant hot shoe, and therefore the GlareOne Flash RC will not work with them (it is worth checking what type of hot shoe your camera has before purchasing)..
Power supply
Can GlareOne lamps be powered wirelessly?
GlareOne offers several wireless models.
All lamps with a Bowens mount and the letter “D” in their name have this option, as well as some other lamps, such as the small LED Panel 10 RGB, LED Tube 8 RGB, and LED Tube 24 RGB.
