[Tobyh]

Ok,

Another question. I'll try not to ramble too much.

I really enjoy macro photography. I don't have a flash unit with my Nikon D50 other than the built in one. I am having issues with the flash being unable to light my subject due to the lense being so close - I use a Tamron 90 with a 1.4TC and more recently, extension tubes.

So here's the crux - I need a flash but I don't know If a top mounted flash will have the same issues. Although it will be a little higher, I still think I'll get half shadow on my subject. I had been looking at the Sigma Ringflash but at close to £300 it was a little too much at this point (even though I won that playing poker saturday - I can't tell you how tempted I was!!)

This leaves a "normal" type flash but with some sort of arm or extension to hold it out over the top of the lens. This is where I start to trip up. Too many choices. What kind of arm would I need? There must be more cable needed also as it wont be directly in the hotshoe.

I guess If i could sort this for about £150ish I would be happy.

Currently for info I have a cheap crappy tripod although it is fairly sturdy. Will this be man enough?

Any help or ideas greatly appreciated as always.

Thanks in advance

TobyH