old Sunpak Auto321 flash - compatability....

BryantCP · 02-07-2007, 04:48 PM

Hello,
Is it possible to use older flash units from the late 70's-early 80's with either an *istDS or K10D. I have an old Sunpak Auto321 flash origionally bought to use with my Nikon FE2. I have come to the conclusion that the built-in flash on my K10D is nearly useless - especially with the kit lens. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated

Thanks
Bryant P.
Indpls.IN

**jfdavis58** · 02-07-2007, 05:24 PM

In short, NO-don't even try!!! Especially with the K10D. Trigger voltage on the flash may be way to large-maybe not--very risky unless you know. You will at any rate have only a manual capability, perhaps some Auto features but...

02-07-2007, 04:48 PM	#1
BryantCP Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Indianapolis, IN USA Posts: 134	old Sunpak Auto321 flash - compatability.... Hello, Is it possible to use older flash units from the late 70's-early 80's with either an *istDS or K10D. I have an old Sunpak Auto321 flash origionally bought to use with my Nikon FE2. I have come to the conclusion that the built-in flash on my K10D is nearly useless - especially with the kit lens. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated Thanks Bryant P. Indpls.IN

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02-07-2007, 05:24 PM	#2
jfdavis58 Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: 13 S 0357397-3884316 Photos: Gallery Posts: 887	In short, NO-don't even try!!! Especially with the K10D. Trigger voltage on the flash may be way to large-maybe not--very risky unless you know. You will at any rate have only a manual capability, perhaps some Auto features but...