What Does Zoom Mean on a Flash? What Does It Do?

ByKush Sharma

Flash zoom controls how the light is spread, adjusting to match your lens’s focal length for better coverage and efficiency. In this video, we’ll explain what flash zoom is, how it affects your photos, and when to adjust it for the best results. Whether you need a wide spread for group shots or a focused beam for portraits, understanding flash zoom will improve your lighting. Stay tuned for a simple, beginner-friendly explanation!

This video is from our Off-Camera Flash Photography Course.

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Hi there, I'm Kush Sharma, the founder of Creative Pad Media, an organization dedicated to simplifying photography and videography education.

We have over 50 online courses that cover various genres in photography & videography, catering to both beginners as well as professionals. These courses are available via Udemy.com. Our courses have been downloaded in over 170 countries.

I hope to see you inside a course very soon!

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