phoakm
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Thanks! Another knowledge gain!
And the answer to Dennis, yes it works with Canon's AIM system.
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Thanks! Another knowledge gain!
And the answer to Dennis, yes it works with Canon's AIM system.
longkangman
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I think we have an idea
hold the horse at the moment and wait for improvement distant.
phoakm
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longkangman
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Let me up this this thread.... for those 5d2 user
Supercharged High Speed Sync, improved EOS 5D Mark II support in new firmware for PocketWizard MiniTT1, FlexTT5
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/content_page.asp?cid=7-9991-10030
Supercharged High Speed Sync, improved EOS 5D Mark II support in new firmware for PocketWizard MiniTT1, FlexTT5
http://www.robgalbraith.com/bins/content_page.asp?cid=7-9991-10030
phoakm
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CS TAN
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Hi, I am looking at getting a set of Flex from US. I am thinking about getting 3 Flex (instead of 2 Flex and 1 Mini) since Mini is using proprietary battery instead of AA and it acts as only a transmitter. It is not as flexible as Flex. I just didn't know whether the size will be a factor since Flex obviously is bigger than Mini.
Anyone with the units can comment on this and other cons against using all Flex? thanks.
Anyone with the units can comment on this and other cons against using all Flex? thanks.
phoakm
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Flex indeed offer more advantage than Mini. It is an transceiver while Mini is a transmitter. The form factor is bigger. Actually it is the biggest of all the PWs. When it is on the horse shoe on the camera. It expands horizontally than vertical.
I would prefer to have one Mini. One thing is handy and can be used to trigger the rest of the PWs.
CS TAN
Senior Member
Thanks for the info. Looks like I have to take a look at the actual Flex before deciding. Mini definitely is designed to fit perfectly on the camera's hot shoe.
At the moment, B&H is out of stock on Flex but Mini is available. I will be in NYC at the end of the month if this Swine Flu thing does not get any worse and hopefully they will have the stock by then.
phoakm
Senior Member
If you are going to NYC. Can I reuqest you to get something for me? :embrass:
I am thinking of getting a Califonia Sunbounce. :sweatsm:
phoakm
Senior Member
I think there is another thread talking about RadioPopper. I do not have a RadioPopper so can't compare. But I would like to see the performance of it.
longkangman
Senior Member
after I testedt the PW multimax I never use another brand anymore. HTH.
phoakm
Senior Member
:thumbsup:......
CS TAN
Senior Member
I thought the California Sunbounce is only sold from Germany?
phoakm
Senior Member
It is originated from Germany. It is also sold in US.
Actually, I had placed order for Micro Mini.
CS TAN
Senior Member
The firmware update does not provide improvement on the range. Here is the FAQ from Pocketwizard:
Q: How do I get the best range with my Canon 580EX, 580EX II or
430EX?
A: Canon Speedlite models 580EX and 580EX II, and especially the
430EX (not the 430EX II), emit RF interference that can
substantially reduce the effective operating range of many radio
slaves, including the FlexTT5. For these model flashes, please
utilize the mounting suggestions on Page 30 of the
Owners Manual to optimize range.
Using Canons Off Shoe Cord OC-E3 to separate the flash from the
FlexTT5 greatly improves range (4 5x). Adding a ferrite choke
on the cable near the flash increases range similarly. Placing the
FlexTT5 above the flash by 18 or more, and angled as pictured in
the manual on page 30, improves reception dramatically. All
three of these simple solutions combined provide the best
reception.
The Canon 430EX II and 550EX do not emit significant RF
interference. These flash models provide the best range
performance. The 420EX and 220EX are somewhere in-between
the quiet flashes and the RF noisy models and may perform
acceptably. All Speedlites can benefit from the suggested
techniques as they provide the best opportunity for optimizing your
lighting and your radio reception independently.
For more range improving solutions, click here.
Q: How do I get the best range with my Canon 580EX, 580EX II or
430EX?
A: Canon Speedlite models 580EX and 580EX II, and especially the
430EX (not the 430EX II), emit RF interference that can
substantially reduce the effective operating range of many radio
slaves, including the FlexTT5. For these model flashes, please
utilize the mounting suggestions on Page 30 of the
Owners Manual to optimize range.
Using Canons Off Shoe Cord OC-E3 to separate the flash from the
FlexTT5 greatly improves range (4 5x). Adding a ferrite choke
on the cable near the flash increases range similarly. Placing the
FlexTT5 above the flash by 18 or more, and angled as pictured in
the manual on page 30, improves reception dramatically. All
three of these simple solutions combined provide the best
reception.
The Canon 430EX II and 550EX do not emit significant RF
interference. These flash models provide the best range
performance. The 420EX and 220EX are somewhere in-between
the quiet flashes and the RF noisy models and may perform
acceptably. All Speedlites can benefit from the suggested
techniques as they provide the best opportunity for optimizing your
lighting and your radio reception independently.
For more range improving solutions, click here.
phoakm
Senior Member
With the latest firmware, the functionality of the items had improved. However the range issue is still limited to a certain range, not much improvement.
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