Flash Trigger devices

spyglass · 06-18-2007, 05:32 PM

Hello All,

I see that there are a lot of flash trigger devices on the market today. I am interested in getting a safe and reliable system for my Pentax *ist-DL camera. I like the style that has a small transmitter that mounts to the camera's hot shoe and send a signal to remote receivers. Flash units mounted on the receivers activate when they receive the transmitters signal . Some models even offer several different channels to communicate on allowing for some flashes to participate in different arrangements.
My question, does any one have any experience or knowledge of a reputable product that is reasonable in price (under $200), battery operated / no cables or electrical sources required, capable of utilizing 4 receivers / able to buy additional receivers, that is safe and compatible with a Pentax *ist-DL. I have looked on Ebay and have seen several makes, but have not been able to get any answers back (most seem to be located in Hong Kong, perhaps their is a language barrier and it may not be possible to communicate easily)

Let me know your thoughts,

Spyglass

**jimpurcell** · 06-19-2007, 11:53 PM

I love my Pocket Wizards. They are pricey, but reliable.

Paul_C · 06-20-2007, 12:04 AM

Pocket Wizards are great. You might also looks at Elinchrome EL Skyports, which are a bit less expensive.

spyglass · 06-20-2007, 12:48 AM

Now that is what I am looking for! Thanks Paul_C & jimpurcell. The Pocket Wizard looks and appears, from the listed specifications, to be a professional grade system. I hate buying second rate junk that seems all too common on Ebay- "the cheap and the poor pay twice". I will see if I can locate a source here in British Columbia, Canada

Thanks again for the tip guys,

Spyglass

06-18-2007, 05:32 PM	#1
spyglass Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: British Columbia, Canada Posts: 747	Flash Trigger devices Hello All, I see that there are a lot of flash trigger devices on the market today. I am interested in getting a safe and reliable system for my Pentax ist-DL camera. I like the style that has a small transmitter that mounts to the camera's hot shoe and send a signal to remote receivers. Flash units mounted on the receivers activate when they receive the transmitters signal . Some models even offer several different channels to communicate on allowing for some flashes to participate in different arrangements. My question, does any one have any experience or knowledge of a reputable product that is reasonable in price (under $200), battery operated / no cables or electrical sources required, capable of utilizing 4 receivers / able to buy additional receivers, that is safe and compatible with a Pentax ist-DL. I have looked on Ebay and have seen several makes, but have not been able to get any answers back (most seem to be located in Hong Kong, perhaps their is a language barrier and it may not be possible to communicate easily) Let me know your thoughts, Spyglass

06-20-2007, 12:48 AM	#4
spyglass Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: British Columbia, Canada Posts: 747 Original Poster	Thanks for the tip Now that is what I am looking for! Thanks Paul_C & jimpurcell. The Pocket Wizard looks and appears, from the listed specifications, to be a professional grade system. I hate buying second rate junk that seems all too common on Ebay- "the cheap and the poor pay twice". I will see if I can locate a source here in British Columbia, Canada Thanks again for the tip guys, Spyglass

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jimpurcell Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Tucson Photos: Albums Posts: 90	I love my Pocket Wizards. They are pricey, but reliable.

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Paul_C Forum Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 97	Pocket Wizards are great. You might also looks at Elinchrome EL Skyports, which are a bit less expensive.