I was using my AF360FGZ tonight to test some Cactus Transceivers I just got. The bottom of the flash hot shoe split on each of its sides and came off of the transceiver stand. It is only the very bottom of the hot shoe. None of the electrical contacts seem damaged and the flash menu system and flash still operate, but I cannot attach it to the camera. I have attached an image of what I am referring to. I have three of these and the last time I bought one was approximately 10/2015 so most likely it is not under warranty. As I said the flash is like spotless except for the plastic missing on the sides of the hot shoe. It cost me about $199 originally and I don't know if there is a part I can get to easily repair it, send it to Precision which may cost more than it is worth, or if I should I just get a YN560IV or something like that to replace it for manual shooting off camera. It is a nice flash, I would like to salvage it, but like I mentioned the 65 dollars or so for a YN560IV may be a better solution unless I can repair it myself for a cheaper price with the proper parts.
Any opinions welcome.
Thank you.
Edit: Does anyone know where the hot shoe replacement part for the AF360FGZ can be obtained at a reasonable price and if the installation is simple?
Last edited by C_Jones; 06-15-2017 at 09:51 PM.