Flash Transmitters & Receivers: I am new to this site and am looking for info on flash transmitters & receivers. I have a Nikon Z6ii (no built-in flash) that will require a transmitter...

wschmerheim Loc: Tyler, TX

I am new to this site and am looking for info on flash transmitters & receivers. I have a Nikon Z6ii (no built-in flash) that will require a transmitter and receivers for my 2 sb-910 flash units.
I have researched the Godox X2TN transmitter and XiRN receivers and find complaints as to quality and difficulty in updating the firmware.
I would appreciate some guidance on this problem.

frankie c Loc: Lake Havasu CIty, AZ

I have the Godox x2TN. It works ok. I bought it because of previous positive results with Godox triggers on my Olympus system. I was a little disappointed In this Nikon Version because it did not have the same control to sync (via the 2nd position on the side switch to support hi speed sync. I think Nikon made this proprietary so you have to use their speed light. However, the trigger works fine for normal sync. That said, setup is a bit annoying mostly because of the method they choose to define the (to many channels the unit supports) with a line of buttons for each channel (A-E). I also found the setup menu confusing but figured it out. You may want to consider the Godox X1TN, especially it you don need 5 channels and you are not planning on placing external flash units all along the Apian Way to photograph the evacuation of Rome. The X1 is much simpler and less expensive and works fine. Hope this helps. Enjoy your day :) Opps, I bought it to work on my Nikon Z5.

burkphoto Loc: High Point, NC

wschmerheim wrote:

I am new to this site and am looking for info on flash transmitters & receivers. I have a Nikon Z6ii (no built-in flash) that will require a transmitter and receivers for my 2 sb-910 flash units.
I have researched the Godox X2TN transmitter and XiRN receivers and find complaints as to quality and difficulty in updating the firmware.
I would appreciate some guidance on this problem.

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https://journal.phottix.com/photo-accessory-news/the-phottix-odin-z-operating-system-announced-now-available-for-canon-nikon-and-sony-users/

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/wireless-flash-triggers-radio-transmitters/ci/8007

wschmerheim Loc: Tyler, TX

Frankie, really appreciate your comments. Just found out the X1TN is now discontinued. My usage is normally in rooms not larger than 10 x 20 so my 2 sb-910's are usually not farther than 10 ft. from the camera.
I was wondering if you had to update the firmware in your x2TN and, if so, was it a difficult process. I've reached the ripe old age of 87 and things don't compute as fast as they use to. Thanks again for your help.

wschmerheim Loc: Tyler, TX

burkphoto wrote:

https://www.radiopopper.com

https://pocketwizard.com

https://journal.phottix.com/photo-accessory-news/the-phottix-odin-z-operating-system-announced-now-available-for-canon-nikon-and-sony-users/

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/wireless-flash-triggers-radio-transmitters/ci/8007

Thanks, I'll check out these sites

Wally

wschmerheim Loc: Tyler, TX

The flexTT5 looks very promising but is currently out of stock

Thanks for your help

roxiemarty Loc: Florida

I love my phottix/odin wireless. They have been a wonderful investment. I have three speedlights, and studio lights. They are very good for all these things.

wschmerheim Loc: Tyler, TX

roxiemarty wrote:

I love my phottix/odin wireless. They have been a wonderful investment. I have three speedlights, and studio lights. They are very good for all these things.

Thank you very much. Will check it out

yssirk123 Loc: New Jersey

I used a Godox TT685N flash for a while and liked it. But, since they haven't updated the firmware to work with newer Nikon mirrorless cameras the flash was essentially bricked. I ended up giving it to my youngest daughter who uses it on a D750.

jerryc41 Loc: Catskill Mts of NY

I got several Cowboy remote units a few years ago, and they worked fine. I don't see them listed anymore, though.

Spend some time looking at what these links have to say. You don't have to spend a fortune to get a good, working unit.

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uhaas2009

It does work but it did drove me nuts. I put a flash on camera for a short time till I decided how much light and how many lights I need- I changed to flashpoint/godox.
The flashpoint frequency is 2.4 GHz vs Nikon 433 MHz and Nikon flash needs to be seen to trigger.

azted Loc: Las Vegas, NV.

Pocketwizards are used "because they just work" according to a photojournalist professional I worked with recently. I have four of the Plus X and they are easy to use, and work well!

ChristianHJensen

i use this one and really like it - especially for multi flash setup - https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1369138-REG/godox_xpron_wireless_flash_trigger_transmitter.html

KarenKaptures Loc: New Jersey

wschmerheim wrote:

I am new to this site and am looking for info on flash transmitters & receivers. I have a Nikon Z6ii (no built-in flash) that will require a transmitter and receivers for my 2 sb-910 flash units.
I have researched the Godox X2TN transmitter and XiRN receivers and find complaints as to quality and difficulty in updating the firmware.
I would appreciate some guidance on this problem.

The first set that I used that was inexpensive and worked well was a Vello set. I still use it and it’s reliable. Used with strobes and speed lights.

Nicholas J DeSciose

Pocketwizard, the most reliable, complete system. Used extensively at the Olympics