Flash (speedlight) for a Df
Jan 27, 2018 19:22:50 #
I would like an inexpensive (as in $100 or at most $150) Flash for my Df. I am still learning to make the transition for film to digital. I really like the 'familiarity" of the DF. I would use the flash only rarely, mostly as a 'fill flash' for casual interior photos. I used to bounce my flash off of a ceiling or wall, and almost alway used a diffuser. I would like the flash to be controlled by the camera if that is possible within my budget. I am really having a hard time understanding all the flash jargon mused today. I suspect most of what I don't understand really to stuff I don't need or want.
Thanks in advance!
Thanks in advance!
Jan 27, 2018 19:35:31 #
Jan 27, 2018 19:36:05 #
You could buy the Nikon SB-910 and it would be nice. I didn't buy a flash for my Df and I have used the following flashes on the Df and none of them support TTL but they work fine in non TTL Auto or manual.
Minolta Auto 320X, Sunpak PZ-5000AF, Nikon SB-15, Nikon SB-16B, Metz 60CT4, Canon 199A.
Minolta Auto 320X, Sunpak PZ-5000AF, Nikon SB-15, Nikon SB-16B, Metz 60CT4, Canon 199A.
Jan 27, 2018 19:36:35 #
DaveyDitzer
Loc: Western PA
I was new to my Df and got the Nikon 300 - small, compact and fully integrated. I use it for fill with a "bounce card". Can't recall the price, but really like the compact size.
Jan 27, 2018 19:44:31 #
Hunt around for the 400. It's a great unit. Not produced anymore I don't think. I wound up getting the SB500 for my Df. I really like all the angles it can be aimed at and is dead on with the Df. Used they're just a bit out of your budget at about $175. Be patient, good luck.
Jan 27, 2018 19:59:37 #
If you still have a flash from your film days, try that first. It may still work.
There are several third party flashes that work with TTL metering. You just need to verify by checking the specs.
There are several third party flashes that work with TTL metering. You just need to verify by checking the specs.
Jan 27, 2018 21:05:46 #
I have an SB-18. It doesn't tilt, and doesn't seem to work on any camera setting. I can use it with it's guide number on manual! I have an old Vivitar, but with the voltage warnings I hesitate to use it. It is not TTL, but has an auto mode. I was pretty flexible 'back in the day'! I no longer have the Honeywell Strobonar 880. It could light up a stadium!
Jan 27, 2018 21:13:41 #
jeweler53 wrote:
I have an SB-18. It doesn't tilt, and doesn't seem to work on any camera setting. I can use it with it's guide number on manual! I have an old Vivitar, but with the voltage warnings I hesitate to use it. It is not TTL, but has an out mode. I was pretty flexible 'back in the day'! I no longer have the Honeywell Strobonar 880. It could light up a stadium!
Now the 880 would sure damage your Df. But it's actually not that powerful.
Jan 27, 2018 21:19:33 #
Jan 27, 2018 21:55:58 #
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in your price range
in your price range
Jan 27, 2018 22:15:24 #
jeweler53 wrote:
I would like an inexpensive (as in $100 or at most... (show quote)
I have a Nikon SB-300 that I use on my Df. The head tilts (but does not rotate). I use it just as you outlined in your post. The GN is 59. It goes for around $150.
Jan 27, 2018 22:17:03 #
DaveyDitzer wrote:
I was new to my Df and got the Nikon 300 - small, compact and fully integrated. I use it for fill with a "bounce card". Can't recall the price, but really like the compact size.
Jan 28, 2018 00:09:08 #
The SB-400 is a nice, compact little flash, but will only tilt up, not to the side.
Not a good choice if you want to bounce.
I would look at the Godox/Flashpoint line available at B&H or Adorama, respectively.
Great units for the money, (le$$ than an SB 300 or 400), more power, more features, tiltable/ rotatable head and have a radio receiver built in for when you learn more and might want to use them off camera with a transmitter.
You can just put it in TTL and start shooting until you learn what it’s capable of.
Godox at B&H.
Not a good choice if you want to bounce.
I would look at the Godox/Flashpoint line available at B&H or Adorama, respectively.
Great units for the money, (le$$ than an SB 300 or 400), more power, more features, tiltable/ rotatable head and have a radio receiver built in for when you learn more and might want to use them off camera with a transmitter.
You can just put it in TTL and start shooting until you learn what it’s capable of.
Godox at B&H.
Jan 28, 2018 05:23:43 #
cameraf4 wrote:
Get a Nikon SB-400. Trust me.
Yes, that is a nice little flash, but I sold mine because it wasn't much better than the pop-up flash. I use an SB-600 and a Nissin of some kind. I also have a big old Sunpak that will light up an auditorium.
Jan 28, 2018 07:34:48 #
True, Jerry. But since the Df doesn't have a pop-up flash, this "adds one" without adding a lot of size to the camera. For fill, I put a made-for-this-unit diffuser on it and it works very well. If I need more, I use my SB-600 like you do.
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