Let's talk about flash and exposure compensation for a minute
When using a flash you are making two exposures at once, and it is how you balance the two (flash with ambient) whether it looks good or not.
There are also two different methods for using a flash, and each requires a different approach. One is flash as the main (or KEY) light and the other is flash used as a fill.
It depends what look you are trying to achieve. And even then its a matter of taste.
Matthew
PS how are you using your flash, and I can get you started in the right direction.
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When using a flash you are making two exposures at once, and it is how you balance the two (flash with ambient) whether it looks good or not.
There are also two different methods for using a flash, and each requires a different approach. One is flash as the main (or KEY) light and the other is flash used as a fill.
It depends what look you are trying to achieve. And even then its a matter of taste.
Matthew
PS how are you using your flash, and I can get you started in the right direction.
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