I have the Sunpak 522 auto flash. The basic difference between the 522 and 555 are the lower guide number (522 = 120 & 555 = 140). Otherwise, they are the same speed light. Once you get used to mounting and handling this unit you will wonder why you have limited yourself to a mini, shoe-mounted in ...

This thing has served me well during my occasional film-based photowalks in 2018 and 2019. Unfortunately, since 2020, date has reset to year 1980; apparently Asahi Optical didn't expect anyone to use this piece of gear after 2019. One can also choose to display and imprint info in hour/minute format...

I have used mine mainly with 50 and 100 mm lenses in manual and AF modes. It's a shame it's not wider than 58mm (it has a 67 mm reductor ring included, though). It takes 58 mm filters, e.g. polarizer, but attaches on the back, thus it can't be used for wide angle macro. But perhaps I can get a custo...

I own three of these. One since new and two second hand. They can hold a (D)SLR and a big lens with no problem. Put two together and they can hold a boom arm. It's a good solution for when you're not bringing a tripod but of course has its limitations. Works like a charm paired with a remote IR rele...

Got a few of these with two second hand clamps that use this system and it's a very good solution. Definitely get some extras for your gear that uses these. Mine are the older type with a set screw as a twist stop. I know the newer ones come with a plastic push-in pin.

Got mine second hand and use it on an older tripod that doesn't have a quick release plate system. Works well and is very solid.

Was included with the camera and matches its exterior finish. Just a neat touch to keep the contacts clean while not using a flash. Remember to remove it and clean/dry the contacts anyway after shooting in the rain or a humid environment.

Works smoothly, as intended, including half-press (for waking the camera up, and activating AE and AF) and a lock for Bulb mode/long exposures. I use it on the Z-1p and 645N. It has a neat slot at the back for holding the contact cover of the camera while in use.

I got this Kipon adapter for my Helios 44M-6 which doesn't have a manual switch. It's the only way to use non manual aperture M42 lenses beyond wide open. Also works with the aus Jena Flektogon 4/20 without having to depress the preview lever, which can induce shake and on my Yashica Auto Yashinon-D...

So it cost more than a third party remote and I haven’t really used the focus function but it works well and after a good couple of years the battery is still going so I’m perfectly happy.