flash for Nikon D500 (Page 2): There is no way anyone would be disappointed, with that flash. btw - the gun I gave a link for on the Adorama site is for the V860II. I'm not sure what...

ptcanon3ti Loc: NJ

Yackers wrote:

If that's the case - go for it. I guarantee you won't be disappointed.

There is no way anyone would be disappointed, with that flash.

btw - the gun I gave a link for on the Adorama site is for the V860II. I'm not sure what the difference is between the version 1 and the version 2.

Yackers Loc: Norfolk, UK

ptcanon3ti wrote:

There is no way anyone would be disappointed, with that flash.

btw - the gun I gave a link for on the Adorama site is for the V860II. I'm not sure what the difference is between the version 1 and the version 2.

The V2 has triggers built in to the flash whereas the V1 doesn't - other than that, and the cost of course, I think they are pretty much the same. The V1 Ving is now an absolute bargain, and if you want to fire it wireless the Youngnuo 622 radio triggers work a treat with it.

ptcanon3ti Loc: NJ

Yackers wrote:

The V2 has triggers built in to the flash whereas the V1 doesn't - other than that, and the cost of course, I think they are pretty much the same. The V1 Ving is now an absolute bargain, and if you want to fire it wireless the Youngnuo 622 radio triggers work a treat with it.

Oh...right...I forgot they didn't incorporate the trigger into it then. Manual versions of these can be had for $99. Un-real!

ptcanon3ti Loc: NJ

Yackers wrote:

The V2 has triggers built in to the flash whereas the V1 doesn't - other than that, and the cost of course, I think they are pretty much the same. The V1 Ving is now an absolute bargain, and if you want to fire it wireless the Youngnuo 622 radio triggers work a treat with it.

This will enable remote firing as well if you didn't want to use the YN622.
http://www.cheetahstand.com/product-p/cl-xtr16s.htm

Nikonian72 Loc: Chico CA

Yackers wrote:

I use the Godox Ving 860

Per http://www.godox.com/EN/Products_Camera_Flash_V860c.html , this speedlight has a GN 58 (measured ISO100 @ 105mm). Again, NOT a standard 35mm coverage speedlight setting.

Using a zoom 'lens coverage' different from 35mm standard, is like comparing gas mileages of one car on level ground to another car running downhill. NOT a fair comparison.

Guide Numbers measure power output of a speedlight. For me, a larger GN means quicker recharge between rapid speedlight exposures. My Nissin Di866 speedlight (true GN 41) recharges in about 1-second, used as diffused illumination for hand-held field macro-photography. My speedlight is set to widest coverage, starting at 1/4 manual output, adjusted as needed.

ptcanon3ti Loc: NJ

lol...the Godox lights are great. Never hear of anyone complain about them except those who have never used them. lolol

Nikonian72 Loc: Chico CA

ptcanon3ti wrote:

Never hear of anyone complain about them except those who have never used them. lolol

Who is complaining? I just want to know the real Guide Number for this speedlight.

speters Loc: Grangeville/Idaho

GoofyNewfie wrote:

At work, I have only Nikon flashes and I I love, ... (show quote)

I always thought that you do not need any3rd party radios for the SB 5000, as it is build-in, like the 600-RT's!

Jerrin1 Loc: Wolverhampton, England

Ed Chu wrote:

opinions on generic units that will have full functionality, but, be less expensive than Nikon units ? just looking for on-camera unit

You may care to view the Metz 64 AF-1 digital. Massive GN, full colour rear monitor, all the bells and whistles. Can't fault mine.

billnikon Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont

Ed Chu wrote:

opinions on generic units that will have full functionality, but, be less expensive than Nikon units ? just looking for on-camera unit

Why not go Nikon for less than generic. There are a lot of SB-800 flashes available MINT used for a very good price. Check ebay for one source. You bought Nikon for a reason, don't give up the brand. These were the top of the line once and are still GREAT flash units.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

Ed Chu wrote:

opinions on generic units that will have full functionality, but, be less expensive than Nikon units ? just looking for on-camera unit

Yongnuo and Nissen

jackinkc Loc: Kansas City

Ed Chu wrote:

opinions on generic units that will have full functionality, but, be less expensive than Nikon units ? just looking for on-camera unit

I have used Sigma flashes with Canon, Nikon and Sony cameras. I've always had great results.

alandg46 Loc: Boerne, Texas

I have three of the Adorama Flashpoints that I bought a year or so ago, but my needs in flash were different than most others would be. I bought them to illuminate the gorget on black-chinned and ruby-throat hummingbirds. At that time I had to buy the add-on receivers. I was shocked at the very fast recycle time. Of course, I was only using them at 1/16 power. On a D800E on burst it would fire every other one. On the D500, of course, it cannot keep up. But still, I was impressed.

I, also, have 4 cheapies slaved that I can keep close enough to the Flashpoints to trigger them too even in bright light. They can't keep up though.

Al Beatty Loc: Boise, Idaho

Hi Goofy
I've been very pleased with my Nissin Di866 for my event photography work. I have two Altura flashes and they have served me well. Take care & ...

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

speters wrote:

I always thought that you do not need any3rd party radios for the SB 5000, as it is build-in, like the 600-RT's!

It's the transmitter that is the problem.
No shoe mounted transmitter only.
I don't want another flash on my camera just to act as a transmitter.
I want a dedicated transmitter that works like the Canon or my Phottix.
I don't have a D5 or D 500 to use with their add on transmitter which looks kludgy.