Vivitar 5600 on a Canon 60D
Nov 25, 2011 08:33:59 #
Does anyone know or have used a Vivitar 5600 flash unit on a Canon 60d, I checked the flash voltage on the one I have and it is appx. 8.2. I have used it on my Fuji S602Z and have not had any ill effects. I just ordered a 60D and now trying to make up my mind on a flash unit for it. I have had this 5600 , it seems forever and it still works great. Hate to have to junk it along with my other film cameras, a Canon T90 and Canon AE1 programable. Thanks for any info.
Nov 26, 2011 08:13:35 #
ole sarg
Loc: south florida
don't be so hasty in tossing the film cameras. keep the one you like the best. sometimes film just works better.
Nov 26, 2011 08:52:55 #
ole sarg wrote:
don't be so hasty in tossing the film cameras. keep the one you like the best. sometimes film just works better.
When does film work better? I still have my Canon Elan 7e. Loved it-- had a hard time switching.
On the flash.. I saved my "older" flashes for slaves.. haven't tried them yet but, I don't think it can hurt to try :)
Nov 26, 2011 09:30:59 #
ole sarg
Loc: south florida
I like using film when shooting B&W at night without flash. I like the grain when I push TriX to 800 or more. I especially like the effects when shooting street scenes of people. I seem to be able to better get background motion while focusing and freezing my main subject. Also, I don't have to fiddle with menus. I just know film better in these situations. I shoot with a leica cl.
Nov 26, 2011 17:27:40 #
Use your 5600 and get a safe sync to protect your 60D.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/245292-REG/Wein_W990560_Safe_Sync_Hot_Shoe_to.html
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/245292-REG/Wein_W990560_Safe_Sync_Hot_Shoe_to.html
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