Search results for 'back focus' - page 1934
Looking for a flash with an iluminated set up screen
I ran a quick test, because I did not believe that only the flash to target distance was important and I hate to have to admit that I can move the camera closer and further from the target without changing any settings on the camera and all the exposure levels were very similar. Even when zooming...
Posted by gregmoll on 02/11/2009 - 15:28
Metz goes pop in wedding
I guess it had to happen. first, my backup ist stopped working so I had to borrow an Olympus, then in the middle of the speeches my Metz 58 went pop, like a party popper right in the middle of the best man's speech :oops: I managed to get by with the on-board flash on the K10, and the Olly just ke...
Posted by Darkmunk on 16/11/2009 - 19:55
Metz goes pop in wedding
It's much more likely to be a capacitor than the flash tube. There was a batch of dodgy chineese capacitors that worked their way into all sorts of electronic goods a few years back so that may well be part of the problem. If the flashgun is out of warranty it may be worth taking it apart and havin...
Posted by MarkD on 17/11/2009 - 11:06
Pentax 540 - and the mysterious rattling screw!
It's very easy to take a flashgun apart. The reverse process is slightly trickier, and unless you are good at this sort of thing, I should avoid the temptation to have a go yourself. My advice is based on personal experience! There are various repair people around. A phone call will establish ...
Posted by George Lazarette on 18/11/2009 - 19:31
Pentax 540 - and the mysterious rattling screw!
Many thanks for the kind words regarding the e-book ;) Just a BIG thought... If you ever take a flashgun apart you MUST (read that as MUST) take extreme care! :shock: The capacitor holds an enormous charge at high voltage (probably around 300VDC). Getting your fingers on that is definitely n...
Posted by MattMatic on 14/01/2010 - 16:21
Optical trigger !?
I know the 283/285 have manual settings, but what else is out there with at least 1/16. 1/4 and full options. Finding it difficult to find any manual flashes (CHEAP and probably old, of course). Don't need the fancy stuff (TTL, P-TTL, Auto, etc.), but so many on ebay don't give a reasonable descri...
Posted by SteveF on 20/11/2009 - 12:52
Optical trigger !?
I use a Sunpak Auto36DX. In manual you can adjust the output from full down to 1/16. They do come up on eBay - that's where I got mine. And safe to use on your Pentax DSLR. Other Sunpak models offer the same facility. If there's a photo of the back of the flash in the listing you can see th...
Posted by stu49 on 20/11/2009 - 14:04
Optical trigger !?
"Unfortunately, MOST people don't show the back !! It would be a lot easier, and more helpful, if they did" I use the "Ask the Seller" a question facility and if they can't/won't help, then I don't bid.
Posted by SteveF on 20/11/2009 - 21:16
What is the actual use of TTL and P-TTL?
The older Metz 50MZ5 with SCA3702 also 'tracks' the ISO and aperture of the camera. Obviously the communication between camera and flash is always there, but Pentax flash guns do a 'one take' reading of the values - so if you change the body then you have to adjust the flash. With the 50MZ5 yo...
Posted by MattMatic on 24/11/2009 - 08:50
Advice Requested - 2 x AF240FT + Stroboframe + K20D etc
Thanks Gareth. The kit shown comprises:- Pentax K20D + Grip Sigma EX DG 180mm 1:3.5 Macro 2 X AF240T flashes 2 X Hot shoe adapter F 2 X cables for above Pentax Macro Focussing Rail twin flash bracket. Manfrotto 055B tripod and 488RC2 ball head. As I said in a previous thread some month...
Posted by Mannesty on 28/11/2009 - 09:44
AF 160fc- macro attachment
Pete, The tube is designed to take the weight from the flash head off the focus barrel on the D-FA macro lens, with the tube attached to the hood bayonet all the weight is then concentrated onto the main barrel of the lens. The D-FA 100mm macro does not have one of the highest build qualities. :...
Posted by Clarky on 06/12/2009 - 11:06
AF 160fc- macro attachment
Pete, The tube is designed to take the weight from the flash head off the focus barrel on the D-FA macro lens, with the tube attached to the hood bayonet all the weight is then concentrated onto the main barrel of the lens. The D-FA 100mm macro does not have one of the highest build qualities. :...
Posted by Mannesty on 06/12/2009 - 16:13
AF 160fc- macro attachment
Pete, The tube is designed to take the weight from the flash head off the focus barrel on the D-FA macro lens, with the tube attached to the hood bayonet all the weight is then concentrated onto the main barrel of the lens. The D-FA 100mm macro does not have one of the highest build qualities. :...
Posted by Clarky on 06/12/2009 - 20:04
Too cheap?
Yves I think you may be correct although I was told the Vivitar was a pretty powerful unit. I will look at the manual and report back. Mike
Posted by mikew on 08/12/2009 - 07:12
Too cheap?
I was told the Vivitar was a pretty powerful unit. I will look at the manual and report back. Mike Powerful is a very relative term.
Posted by pentaxian450 on 08/12/2009 - 10:38
Which flash? Please advise
Not to discourage you from acquiring a good flash, but why not consider getting an appropriate lens for this "job"? With a K20D you should be able to use a reasonably high ISO and SR, so an f/2.8 lens might well be enough to handle performances, with the additional benefit that you'll be OK at venu...
Posted by BrooklynBoy on 01/12/2009 - 13:53
Which flash? Please advise
The Metz 58 is a superb piece of kit. Whatever flash you end up buying, make sure it has a AF assist light so your camera can focus in absolute darkness. (if there is something to project the pattern on...). I use my flashgun quite frequently in SB mode which turns off the flash so that only th...
Posted by golfdiesel on 02/12/2009 - 15:35
What old flash unit?
The Pentax AF200s Flash Gun has a trigger volage of around 7.7 volts. According to internet sources. This Flash will not dedicate to a Pentax K200D in either TTL or PTTL Modes. This Flash appears to have 2 built in Auto Modes which will compute exposure for 2 apertures. IE f5.6 and f2.8 at 100 I...
Posted by grahamwalton on 06/12/2009 - 20:03
What old flash unit?
Stefan, I only can repeat what Mike wrote: you haven't been reading strobist - or at least the right bits! Anyway, You have a view, I have a view and they are not the same. I don't think it's a problem.:D I don't think it's a problem either, but please show me the right bits, since you two say bits ...
Posted by KZ on 11/12/2009 - 09:34
What old flash unit?
Hi,I'm very new to digital photography and I've never used a flash of any kind.I'm looking for a cheapish flash for my K200d to get me started and I came across a Pentax AF200s on Ebay.Would this old unit be compatible for the 200?Is there any chance that it could damage the camera?Have you guys an...
Posted by stu49 on 12/12/2009 - 22:24
