Old Minolta Flash: I have an lod Minolta flash it is a Auto-200X UL Listed Photo Flash Unit 946 D. It looks like a 70's flash .I would like to know if I could use this on my nikon...

Jim Bianco

I have an lod Minolta flash it is a Auto-200X UL Listed Photo Flash Unit 946 D. It looks like a 70's flash .I would like to know if I could use this on my nikon D5200 or could I use it as an off camera flash unit? thanks Jim Bianco

mas24 Loc: Southern CA

Jim Bianco wrote:

I have an lod Minolta flash it is a Auto-200X UL Listed Photo Flash Unit 946 D. It looks like a 70's flash .I would like to know if I could use this on my nikon D5200 or could I use it as an off camera flash unit? thanks Jim Bianco

It depends on the voltage. If too high, it could damage your camera. I would assume a Minolta flash would be compatible with Minolta SLR film cameras. Unless someone knows about this flash unit. It may serve you well to get a flash unit surely compatible to your Nikon D5200.

BebuLamar

I have the Minolta Auto 320x which is very similar to the 200x. It just has a bit more power and more auto ranges. I used it on 4 different Nikon digital cameras without problem.

Jim Bianco

Thanks for all your help.

Jim Bianco

Thanks for all your help.

wj cody Loc: springfield illinois

Jim Bianco wrote:

I have an lod Minolta flash it is a Auto-200X UL Listed Photo Flash Unit 946 D. It looks like a 70's flash .I would like to know if I could use this on my nikon D5200 or could I use it as an off camera flash unit? thanks Jim Bianco

i would not take the risk. purchase the correct flash for your nikon d5200

BebuLamar

If the OP doesn't want to take the risk, give me the flash and I promise to use it on my DSLR.

markie1425 Loc: Bryn Mawr, PA

Jim Bianco wrote:

I have an old Minolta flash it is a Auto-200X UL Listed Photo Flash Unit 946 D. It looks like a 70's flash. I would like to know if I could use this on my nikon D5200 or could I use it as an off camera flash unit? thanks Jim Bianco

This seems to be a recurring question on UHH, one which I don't understand.

If a new flash for your camera costs $x (you don't need to buy a Nikon-brand flash) and the replacement cost for your possibly-fried D5200 could be as much as $10x, why would you even take that risk of placing it in your hot shoe?

BebuLamar

markie1425 wrote:

This seems to be a recurring question on UHH, one which I don't understand.

If a new flash for your camera costs $x (you don't need to buy a Nikon-brand flash) and the replacement cost for your possibly-fried D5200 could be as much as $10x, why would you even take that risk of placing it in your hot shoe?

And so I always asked whoever didn't want to take the risk send the flash to me so that I PROMISE to take the risk.

Tommy II Loc: Northern Illinois

wj cody wrote:

i would not take the risk. purchase the correct flash for your nikon d5200

I totally agree. Why risk damage to your camera.

BebuLamar

I asked all those who have those old flashes to give them to me. I will use them. I am willing to take the risk. So far nobody would give up their old flashes.

Jim Bianco

Well I used the flash yesterday and it works great. I have 2 more old flashes and they all work with my D5200 Nikon, so you were right I took the chance and it worked , good little flash also. So thanks for all your help for making me take the plunge. Jim Bianco

1950Dan Loc: Lockwood, Nevada

This list http://dpanswers.com/roztr/volt_finder.php says 5.3 volts for the 200X. Under 6 volts is considered safe for Nikon.

Jim Bianco

Thanks for the list, very helpful. Jim Bianco

rjriggins11 Loc: Colorado Springs, CO

No! Absolutely not. Most older flashes have high voltage triggers and will fry a newer camera in a heartbeat. Besides, it's a Minolta flash. It's not designed for a Nikon.

Jim Bianco wrote:

I have an lod Minolta flash it is a Auto-200X UL Listed Photo Flash Unit 946 D. It looks like a 70's flash .I would like to know if I could use this on my nikon D5200 or could I use it as an off camera flash unit? thanks Jim Bianco