Ritz

I have a Canon 6D Mark ll and the 600EXll-RT flash. I was looking to use the flash off camera remotely.
The Canon ST-E3-RT trigger is $285 at B&H, which is a bit expensive. I was looking at the Godox X Pro C TTL trigger, but it is only a transmitter and requires the purchase of the Good X1 R-C TTL receiver the work. It looks like the Yongnuo YN-E3-RT could be a possible one piece equipment answer. Anybody familiar with this setup goal and the Yongnuo YN-E3-RT? Is the Canon ST-E3-RT the best/only solution? I would be interested in other solutions/options.
Ritz

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

The Canon or probably the best, but it will cost.
Godox isn’t going to work without the receiver.
Yongnou’s YN E3- RT II is the less expensive choice.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1434925-REG/yongnuo_yn_e3_rt_ii_speedlite_transmitter.html

A company named Cactus makes some interesting transmitters.
Maybe someone who knows will chime in.
Seems they have the ability to “learn” signals.
Would be interesting.

Ritz

Thanks for responding and I did check the B&H web. The Yongnuo got great reviews! Looks like a good answer.
Ritz

Boone Loc: Groundhog Town USA

I do not use TTL, so I don't have the YN-E3-RT, but I do have and use the YN560-TX with the YN560-III flash units. (Totally manual flash, and NO HSS) I shoot portraits mostly on a professional basis, and I have used this setup for about 3yrs. I have really used it a lot and I have "NEVER HAD IT FAIL". The YN560-TX transmitter on the camera can operate 18 flash units at the same time. (6 Chan. x 3 Units/Chan.) The YN560-lll flash units have a "Built IN" receiver. You can control the: "Turn ea.units On-Off, Zoom, Mode, Power & more of each of the possible 18 flash units individually.

I have, and my assistant has "DROPPED" a Flash unit on a few occasions, and other than a few scratches, they were fine. Another thing about this setup that is worth noting is that I have tried out the 100yd. distance claim by the manufacturer, and found that they responded perfectly at "OVER 100yds."!

I have 8 of these flashes and 2 of the Transmitters. I find them "Bullet Proof"!!! (IMO) And they are inexpensive! Just be sure to order the one for Canon.

I hope this helps, and if you get the YN-E3-RT unit, I would expect the same results.

Have a good day! Thanks,
Boone.

Ritz

Thanks for your response. Yes, it looks like the Yongnuo is a good choice.
Ritz

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

Here is the Cactus transceiver I mentioned previously.
https://www.cactus-image.com/v6.html

I would certainly take a look at this. Another member recommended it.

“ The Cactus V6 is the World’s First wireless flash trigger that works ON ANY CAMERA (with a standard hot shoe or PC Sync port) to control power output, wirelessly, of Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Olympus and Panasonic’s system flashes ALL AT THE SAME TIME.”

Blurryeyed Loc: NC Mountains.

I have the Yongnuo YN 560 Controller and about 4 YONGNUO RF-603C-II-C3s all in at about $100 and they work perfectly, what may be an issue for you is that I have to manually set each flash, their newer gear may remote settings, but it is certainly a much better value than Canon's stuff.

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

After rereading the specs, I think you’ll still need a Cactus receiver on the flash, but you could use Canon, Nikon, and Olympus flash all on the same system.

Ritz

Thanks for responding, but the Cactus V6 ll needs to have a separate receiver put on the Canon 600 flash.

Ritz

Thanks, but I was looking for one unit that didn't require a separate receiver.

twosummers Loc: Melbourne Australia or Lincolnshire England

I've tried several non-Canon transmitters but none of them worked with my 6d and R. I had to bite the bullet and invest in the Canon transmitter. Expensive but a sound investment. Good luck with any non Canon transmitter though.

GoofyNewfie Loc: Kansas City

Use the “Quote Reply” option as I did here so we’ll know which post you’re addressing.

Ritz

Thanks for all your help. I did read that the Yongnuo YN-E3-RT will work nicely with the Canon 6D mark ll camera & 600 flash without requiring an additional receiver. The cost is $81 at B&H. Thanks again.
Ritz

Blurryeyed Loc: NC Mountains.

I use Yongnuo on 3 different Canon bodies, 5DMKIV, 5DSR, and the EOS R, never had a problem.

Notorious T.O.D. Loc: Harrisburg, North Carolina

I have the canon remote and 3 600 Speedlites and find it works flawlessly. The canon controls and capabilities are the same on all. I find it worth the money to me. Your mileage may vary.