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I recently bought a set of Pixel King radio flash triggers for Nikon, (for Canon) for $170, with shipping (2 receivers, 1 trigger).. Pixel King radio triggers are an alternative iTTL compatible flash triggering system. I just had the opportunity to really put them through their paces – inside, outside, on the beach, in the fog and around corners. They came with all kinds of cables and accessories. You can attach the receivers to virtually any manufactures studio system without buying a thing (Normans/Speedtrons excluded). TTL and High Speed Sync (FP) modes worked excellent all day, from the very first shot on.
I used 2 Nikon Speedlight’s, on 2, channels and groups, starting with my default CLS configuration, that was already configured in my camera. I was not able to control the output power levels from the cameras CLS menu (I have a work-a-round). I have not had the opportunity to test maximum range and probably never will, but as far away as 150 feet they worked flawlessly, even in environments where I would have expected electrical interference to be an issue.
Stay tuned for next month’s detailed test shoot!!
Dave,
Pros:
- So simple to program. With both Channels and Groups, as per your CLS menu.
- The freedom to move around as you wish is invaluable!!
- Flawlessly performance in High Speed Sync and TTL mode (with supported equipment).
- They work exceptionally well out of site and around corners, from the camera.
- Small and compact design, easy to carry and use in field.
Cons:
- Battery life is OK, but not as high as advertized.
- Although I did not have the focusing issues some have complained about, I did experience a little difficulty with this. This was easily fixed with a piece of black electrical tape.
- The transmitter and receivers do look very similar and could be confusing perhaps? (if you were inebriated).
- I wish they had a test button.
Manufacturers Description
- 7 user selectable channels, 2.4GHz two way communication, operation range over 100 meters.
- King For Nikon
1. Support I-TTL, TTL,M, BL, FP function.
2. Up to 3 difference group and 7 combination on the flash transceiver.
3. Support all the shutter speed, sync speed up to 1/8000s;using the PC socket control the studio light which also support 1/8000s sync speed.
4. Multi controls the speedlight or studio strobe systems. - Interface
- Tx – USB, PC cable outlet, hot shoe input and hot shoe output.
- Rx – USB, PC cable outlet, hot shoe output.
- Power Supply: Tx and Rx – 2 each 1.2V AA (supports rechargeable batteries)
- Standby time: Tx – 5 years, Rx – 250 hrs
- Working Time: Tx – 100Hrs, Rx – 120Hrs
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Thanks so much for working with me on this project Michelle. You totally ROCKED!!
All the best success,
Dave
http://davedavisphotography.com/
Thanks for reviewing these, Dave! I am looking at a set myself!!!