Flash triggers
Jul 18, 2013 11:34:38 #
I have the canon 7D, do I need to buy flash triggers, to run a multi flash off-camera setup
Jul 18, 2013 11:42:44 #
Well I use these on my Nikons and Canons
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wireless-Flash-Trigger-Hot-Shoe-3-Receiver-for-Canon-Nikon-Olympus-Sigma-LF107-/200813934955?pt=UK_CamerasPhoto_CameraAccessories_CameraFlashUnits_JN&hash=item2ec171796b
Not these exact ones but they all work
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Wireless-Flash-Trigger-Hot-Shoe-3-Receiver-for-Canon-Nikon-Olympus-Sigma-LF107-/200813934955?pt=UK_CamerasPhoto_CameraAccessories_CameraFlashUnits_JN&hash=item2ec171796b
Not these exact ones but they all work
Jul 18, 2013 11:55:59 #
I shoot Nikon 99.997% of the time, but I know some Canon cameras can control (TTL) compatible remote flashes with the pop-up on the camera and the 7D is no exception.
Works great on my Nikons using ttl, but I've heard it's not as reliable with Canon.
http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-control-multiple-flashes-wirelessly-with-a-canon-7d
What model flash(es) do you have?
Works great on my Nikons using ttl, but I've heard it's not as reliable with Canon.
http://digital-photography-school.com/how-to-control-multiple-flashes-wirelessly-with-a-canon-7d
What model flash(es) do you have?
Jul 18, 2013 12:05:51 #
Yes your right they can be controlled by the camera, although you have to have the flashes pointing at the camera(at least the sensor) I was just wondering if the triggers would be better or could do more
Jul 18, 2013 12:20:27 #
Mike77 wrote:
Yes your right they can be controlled by the camera, although you have to have the flashes pointing at the camera(at least the sensor) I was just wondering if the triggers would be better or could do more
I have used my on-camera and an SU-800 IR trigger inside and the sensor is very sensitive. Mine will trigger remote flashes around corners. I suspect the ST-E2 would do the same http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/st-e2.shtml
Works outside just as well, depending on the setup. Your mileage may vary.
Manual flash control gives the most consistent results and radio is the most reliable- if you get a good one. Some of the cheaper ones don't allow syncing at the maximum normal setting.
Jul 18, 2013 12:26:53 #
GoofyNewfie wrote:
I have used my on-camera and an SU-800 IR trigger inside and the sensor is very sensitive. Mine will trigger remote flashes around corners.
Works outside just as well, depending on the setup. Your mileage may vary.
Manual flash control gives the most consistent results and radio is the most reliable- if you get a good one. Some of the cheaper ones don't allow syncing at the maximum normal setting.
Works outside just as well, depending on the setup. Your mileage may vary.
Manual flash control gives the most consistent results and radio is the most reliable- if you get a good one. Some of the cheaper ones don't allow syncing at the maximum normal setting.
But that's Nikon, and the OP is Canon.
Jul 18, 2013 12:51:13 #
Wall-E wrote:
But that's Nikon, and the OP is Canon.
Fully aware of that.
Did you read my first post?
Jul 18, 2013 13:05:58 #
To clarify:
If you still want TTL, have a look at Canon's ST-E2 transmitter review:
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/st-e2.shtml
Similar function to the Nikon SU-800 I use.
and:
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-Speedlite-Transmitter-ST-E2-Review.aspx
If you still want TTL, have a look at Canon's ST-E2 transmitter review:
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/reviews/st-e2.shtml
Similar function to the Nikon SU-800 I use.
and:
http://www.the-digital-picture.com/Reviews/Canon-Speedlite-Transmitter-ST-E2-Review.aspx
Jul 18, 2013 14:51:49 #
I think I'll go for the yn622c. They seem to get good reviews. What I don't like about the built in one. You need to point the flash right at the camera, and it isn't that reliable in sunshine.
Mike
Mike
Jul 18, 2013 15:07:54 #
Mike77 wrote:
I think I'll go for the yn622c. They seem to get good reviews. What I don't like about the built in one. You need to point the flash right at the camera, and it isn't that reliable in sunshine.
Mike
Mike
I've not encountered a time when I could not get them to work, even outside. The sensor on my flashes are not on the head, they are on the flash body, so I can rotate the head wherever I want. A lot depends on what you are shooting.
That being said, I've been looking at at the PixelKing, to which the Yongnuo YN-622C bears a curious resemblance.
http://pixelhk.com/Proshow.aspx?id=101
Please let us know how it goes.
Mostly interested in HSS (high speed sync)
Jul 18, 2013 19:53:52 #
jdubu
Loc: San Jose, CA
The infrared sensors on Canon speedlites are on the body just above the red plastic cover. You can rotate the flash head to your subject at an angle that puts the front of the body facing the 7d on board flash.
I have a set of Pixel kings and they work fine.
The ones I use most however, are the Pocketwizard Flex units, with a TT1 and ac3. With this setup, I can control the groups individually switch from ttl to manual to off, all from the top of my camera. With an AC9, I can also control alien bee strobes the same way.
I have a set of Pixel kings and they work fine.
The ones I use most however, are the Pocketwizard Flex units, with a TT1 and ac3. With this setup, I can control the groups individually switch from ttl to manual to off, all from the top of my camera. With an AC9, I can also control alien bee strobes the same way.
Jul 19, 2013 06:21:05 #
gbh46
Loc: St Ives Cambridge UK
I have Yongnuo YN-622C and heartily recomend them, some people knock them because they are Chinese made and cost a lot less the big brand names. They work very well for me and you save yourself a Lot of money.
Mike77 wrote:
I think I'll go for the yn622c. They seem to get good reviews. What I don't like about the built in one. You need to point the flash right at the camera, and it isn't that reliable in sunshine.
Mike
Mike
Jul 19, 2013 07:09:45 #
gbh46 wrote:
I have Yongnuo YN-622C and heartily recomend them, some people knock them because they are Chinese made and cost a lot less the big brand names. They work very well for me and you save yourself a Lot of money.
:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
Jul 19, 2013 09:31:32 #
Another thumbs up for the Yongnuo YN-622C. I've been using 4 for over a year without a single misfire. They saved me a lot of money that I was able to put into higher quality glass. :thumbup:
Jul 19, 2013 09:54:45 #
gbh46
Loc: St Ives Cambridge UK
well done that man...
Dano wrote:
Another thumbs up for the Yongnuo YN-622C. I've been using 4 for over a year without a single misfire. They saved me a lot of money that I was able to put into higher quality glass. :thumbup:
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