Does flash mounting foot WF127 exist?

TomK · 10-05-2008, 05:44 PM

I am planning on buying either the Pentax 360(?) flash or most likely the Metz 48 AF-1 flash for use on a K200D.
It appears that neither one comes with a small plastic stand for the flash when used off-shoe.
On some thread somewhere I coppied that the Pentax part# was W-F127 "Flash unit mounting shoe".
Can't find anything on B&H, J&R, Porter's, etc. Does it exist? What do you use for occasional off-shoe wireless use? I don't want to bother with a small portable tripod, etc unless there is no other alternative.
Once had a Minolta setup with a similar plastic foot attachment that was very convenient for occasional use.
-Thanks, TomK-

mattdm · 11-18-2008, 08:14 PM

Just saw this thread in the midst of researching the question. The W-F127 is Metz's name for this thing. Here's Pentax's ridiculously-priced option:

PentaxWebstore Off-Camera Flash Stand

JCSullivan · 11-19-2008, 07:28 AM

I use a table-top tripod like these

TARGUS - TGTTP7 - Table Top Tripod - Photo - Accessories

Black's - Product Details (don't look at the price)

If you have liquidation stores near you, they often have these things cheap.

Nowhere Matt · 11-19-2008, 07:57 AM

I think he was hoping to stay away from miniature tripods for some reason but those tiny tripods can sometimes be found at the "everything's a dollar" stores and bearly support the weight of the K10 when using the smaller lenses and no external flash.

TomK · 11-20-2008, 08:43 PM

Quote:

The W-F127 is Metz's name for this thing.

That could be why a search could not find it under Pentax
Anyway, I think I will just have to go with a very light cheapie tripod to support just the Flash for off camera wireless use.
Thanks..

mattdm · 11-20-2008, 09:31 PM

I got one of those tiny tripods as part of my quest to solve this problem, and I felt a bit nervous putting my Sigma EF-530 DG or Metz 48 AF-1 flash on it. They're really designed for compact cameras, and a big vertical flash has a much higher center of balance. I ended up making a foot myself from a small block of wood, a metal "cold shoe" clip with a screw hole, and some electrical tape.

But based on a little poking around I did last night, I think this is the answer, for $8:

Nikon | AS-19 Speedlight Stand | 4763 | B&H Photo Video

And unlike the twice (or 3×, with shipping) as expensive Pentax version, it has a tripod socket. Nice.

Although if you happen to be in Japan with an extra ¥6500, check out the Pentax CL-10 Off-Camera Flash Clip, which looks awesome.

TomK · 12-02-2008, 06:14 PM

Quote:

But based on a little poking around I did last night, I think this is the answer, for $8:
Nikon | AS-19 Speedlight Stand | 4763 | B&H Photo Video
And unlike the twice (or 3×, with shipping) as expensive Pentax version, it has a tripod socket. Nice.

Thanks mattdm!!!
That is EXACTLY the type of thing I was looking for.

You folks on this board are great - all y'a gotta do is ask.

-TomK-

BrendanPK · 12-02-2008, 06:59 PM

I got a few of the Nikon ons myself. They work great, just put tape over the name

Pentax one doesnt have a 1/4-20 screw-mount on it so worthless for all but on a table

dantuyhoa · 12-02-2008, 08:12 PM

I use a thing call Utrapod . Works well and cheap . Ultrapod II can support a heavier weight .

10-05-2008, 05:44 PM	#1
TomK Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NJ USA Posts: 281	Does flash mounting foot WF127 exist? I am planning on buying either the Pentax 360(?) flash or most likely the Metz 48 AF-1 flash for use on a K200D. It appears that neither one comes with a small plastic stand for the flash when used off-shoe. On some thread somewhere I coppied that the Pentax part# was W-F127 "Flash unit mounting shoe". Can't find anything on B&H, J&R, Porter's, etc. Does it exist? What do you use for occasional off-shoe wireless use? I don't want to bother with a small portable tripod, etc unless there is no other alternative. Once had a Minolta setup with a similar plastic foot attachment that was very convenient for occasional use. -Thanks, TomK-

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11-18-2008, 08:14 PM	#2
mattdm Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boston, MA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,948	Just saw this thread in the midst of researching the question. The W-F127 is Metz's name for this thing. Here's Pentax's ridiculously-priced option: PentaxWebstore Off-Camera Flash Stand

11-19-2008, 07:28 AM	#3
JCSullivan Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Windsor, Canada Posts: 3,056	I use a table-top tripod like these TARGUS - TGTTP7 - Table Top Tripod - Photo - Accessories Black's - Product Details (don't look at the price) If you have liquidation stores near you, they often have these things cheap.

11-19-2008, 07:57 AM	#4
Nowhere Matt Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Nowhere Land Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,362	I think he was hoping to stay away from miniature tripods for some reason but those tiny tripods can sometimes be found at the "everything's a dollar" stores and bearly support the weight of the K10 when using the smaller lenses and no external flash.

11-20-2008, 08:43 PM	#5
TomK Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NJ USA Posts: 281 Original Poster	Quote: The W-F127 is Metz's name for this thing. That could be why a search could not find it under Pentax Anyway, I think I will just have to go with a very light cheapie tripod to support just the Flash for off camera wireless use. Thanks..

11-20-2008, 09:31 PM	#6
mattdm Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Boston, MA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,948	I got one of those tiny tripods as part of my quest to solve this problem, and I felt a bit nervous putting my Sigma EF-530 DG or Metz 48 AF-1 flash on it. They're really designed for compact cameras, and a big vertical flash has a much higher center of balance. I ended up making a foot myself from a small block of wood, a metal "cold shoe" clip with a screw hole, and some electrical tape. But based on a little poking around I did last night, I think this is the answer, for $8: Nikon \| AS-19 Speedlight Stand \| 4763 \| B&H Photo Video And unlike the twice (or 3×, with shipping) as expensive Pentax version, it has a tripod socket. Nice. Although if you happen to be in Japan with an extra ¥6500, check out the Pentax CL-10 Off-Camera Flash Clip, which looks awesome.

12-02-2008, 06:14 PM	#7
TomK Inactive Account Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: NJ USA Posts: 281 Original Poster	Quote: But based on a little poking around I did last night, I think this is the answer, for $8: Nikon \| AS-19 Speedlight Stand \| 4763 \| B&H Photo Video And unlike the twice (or 3×, with shipping) as expensive Pentax version, it has a tripod socket. Nice. Thanks mattdm!!! That is EXACTLY the type of thing I was looking for. You folks on this board are great - all y'a gotta do is ask. -TomK-

12-02-2008, 06:59 PM	#8
BrendanPK Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Maryland Photos: Gallery Posts: 735	I got a few of the Nikon ons myself. They work great, just put tape over the name Pentax one doesnt have a 1/4-20 screw-mount on it so worthless for all but on a table

12-02-2008, 08:12 PM	#9
dantuyhoa Veteran Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: California Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,245	I use a thing call Utrapod . Works well and cheap . Ultrapod II can support a heavier weight .