Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver
The Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver (100-240VAC) is one-half of the PowerSync 16 radio slave system for triggering flash and camera units up to 590' (180 m) away indoors, or 200' (60 m) outdoors using the PowerSync16 Transmitter (available separately).
PowerSync16 has 16 digitally coded channels available so you can even work at events with other photographers without flash or radio interference. You can trigger as many flashes or cameras as you like from a single one transmitter, as long as they're all on the same frequency and have this PowerSync16 DC receiver or the optional AC receiver. Flash sync speeds of up to 1/250 second are possible with PowerSync16. Combine this receiver with a camera release cable to match your particular camera model and you can use the PowerSync16 system as a wireless camera remote control.
This receiver operates on 2x AA batteries. The PowerSync system is not designed to perform in TTL mode with flash units - the flash must be set to Manual Mode.
- 16 Reliable Channels
- Digitally coded at 2.4 GHz for multiple set-ups; work at events with other photographers without the worry of flash or radio interference.
- Extensive Range of Reliable Performance
- 590' (180 m) indoors; 200'+ (60+ m) outdoors. An above-average range for the most demanding situations (radio interference and low battery strength will lower your effective range).
- Fast Sync Speeds
- Compatible with most cameras, offering a maximum sync speed of 1/250 second; allows the user to capture most studio and event scenes.
- Multipurpose Hot-Shoe Mount
- This receiver is equipped with a multipurpose hot-shoe mount for use with on-camera or remote portable flash. Tests have established that the mount works with the hot-shoes of most major brands.
- Convert to Universal Voltage
- By adding the optional AC adapter (Impact# 9031520) you can convert this DC unit to be used as an AC unit. Besides for eliminating the need of batteries, this will also provide you with the ease and convenience of global voltage (100-240V). With the adapter attached, the receiver utilizes current from a host flash lighting unit. Operate your receiver without the hassle of replacing batteries.
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Channels | 16 digitally coded channels |
| Operating Range |
App 590' (180 m) indoors App 200' (60 m) outdoors |
| Flash Synchro Speed | 1/250 second maximum |
| Batteries | 2x AA batteries |
| Dimensions | 1.7 x 1 x 4.3" (43 x 25 x 110 mm) |
| Weight | Not specified by manufacturer |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 52 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attach securely (22)
- Easy to use (21)
- Durable (19)
- Reliable (17)
- Lightweight (16)
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors (20)
- General purpose (17)
- Outdoor events / games (17)
- Low light (15)
- Outdoors (15)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Semi-pro photographer (23), Pro photographer (19), Photo enthusiast (5), Casual photographer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (47), Yes (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Well Built & Reliable
I've used the PowerSync 16s for website product and model photography and found them to be very reliable, well built and compact. They don't get in the way at all. A great feature is...Read complete review
I've used the PowerSync 16s for website product and model photography and found them to be very reliable, well built and compact. They don't get in the way at all. A great feature is the on-off switches coupled with the ability to replace their batteries if they go dead. I can also use these slaves as a remote shutter release which is a bonus for the macro shooting I do. It would be nice if they came with a storage case but for the money I am very pleased with these units so far.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Good
I bought 2. So far so good, It works great, but on one of the receivers the battery cover doesn't seat all the way when closed. The plastic parts seem kinda cheap and ...Read complete review
I bought 2. So far so good, It works great, but on one of the receivers the battery cover doesn't seat all the way when closed. The plastic parts seem kinda cheap and will brake easily if dropped.
I really like the small size.
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
Please see my review of the transmitter. This is a great product, especially for the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Portraits
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
Works great indoors and outdoors. Excellent range and consistent triggering.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoor advertising photo
- Studio Photography
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
Works fine, triggers flash every time. Be sure to order version that is right for you because there's two - AC for studio lights and DC for speedlites.
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Too long
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Model shoots
- Portraits
- Product shots
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
I'd give this a 5 out of 5 but the receiver is so long it won't let me attach it to my holder for my softbox. Well, it will but then the flash is too far from the opening to the softbox. Still trying to figure out what cord I'll need to have this still work. Or buy some other holder for the flash/softbox..... Otherwise no problems.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
fires everytime i go out on a shoot. i did buy a wireless system from a local camera store found out i paid double for that cheap system that broke every time. i bought that cheap systme twice at $160.00 at finale purchase. if i wouild of known about the PowerSync16 DC Receiver and transmitter i would of bought that instead.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Portaiture
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
I got one of these so I wouldn't have to keep tripping over sync cords and I couldn't be happier. Unit came with all the cords you could possibly want or need, and it performs very well. I have dropped this thing, left in on after putting it away, and attached it to hot power packs without incident. It sips batteries, and the response time is quick and reliable. It performs as well as a higher priced unit.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
Best bang for the buck. It does what its suppose to do. Great construction. What I like about it the most is that it has a built-in hotshoe for your flash. Great range when paired with the matching transmitter. I was about to fork over big money for Pocket Wizards but after using these, why pay twice as much when these do the same thing? Sure, it doesn't have wireless ettl but who really needs that anyways???
I would buy these again for sure!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
I tested out the Pocket Wizard before buying the PowerSync16 DC Receiver by Impact, which I liked.
The PowerSync16 DC Receiver works just as well, if not better than the Wizard. For half the price you can't beat the IMPACT. I have used it several times, and it never miss fires. If your going shot flash off camera, and you should be, buy it. You'll love it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
This is my second receiver that i have ordered. It is very reliable. I've never had a problem with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
Great product, I was able to connect my Flash to my camera tripod and thanks to the receiver now I can move the light off my camera. it works great
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Questionable Reliability
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
I just used these in a wedding for the first time, they worked well and have good range for most applications. My set up was a Metz 58AF-2 on a Canon 5d with the transmitter connected via the provided pc cable (made a custom bracket to hold the transmitter that attached to the tripod mount on the bottom of the camera). I had a 580EX-II mounted on a light stand hooked up directly to the hot shoe on the receiver to bring up the ambient light in the room. The units were working well for a while, but then stopeed firing. I recycled the power on the transmitter/receiver and strobe and they started popping again, not sure what happened and it didn't happen again.
Overall I was happy with these units, they're small and light and offer multiple connfigurations and you can still use the flash as a master to trigger other flashes when mounted directly to the receiver hot shoe (something you cant do with a pocket wizzard).
I would have given them five stars if not for the one issue when they didn't fire.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
This is definitely a well made and thought out radio slave.The plastic is of good quality with metal screw mounting if needed. So far the two units have worked faultlessly and have a good range so I would recommend them. The hot shoe mounted transmitter is of the same good quality and the only thing that could be better is that it mounts upright and so sticks up and can get a little in the way, other than that, it's a great product that has worked out of the box with no misfires.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
just good
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
I shoot portrait and event photography, use, primarily, hot shoe flashes and shoot mostly in manual mode. This receiver delivers in so many ways. You got a hot shoe flash? You bought the Impact transmitter and receiver? Done! No cords required! Start shooting! Sit the flash on the ruggedly built receiver and you are ready to go. So convenient is the metal screw for setting the unit on a light stand with a modifier. The on/off saves battery life. Furthermore, I have the ability to turn this item into a remote trigger for my camera if I choose to; perfect for kid portraits. One thing to look out for is the antenna: you can easily bend it with your finger or if you keep it attached to the camera, in your bag. I've noticed that sometimes, when you turn on the trigger and receivers, you have to pop the test button on the flash BEFORE you test fire the trigger to see if the receiver works. The good news is, it does!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
light weight, easy to use so far.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
I used it for the first time in a 2 day photo shoot, and i was a little nervous since it was the first time using it and i had no backup plan.
It worked great, it's small, light and super easy to setup.
I would recommend it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
excelent value- Easy to use and performs well
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
They work great, if you use them right.
The included accessories are very handy to have, the hotshoe, PC, and 1/8th sync port are great.
One unexpectedly useful feature is the ability to mount to the hot shoe of the camera, and use the transmitter to fire the camera.
However, a speedlight on the hot shoe needs to be VERY firmly attached to work well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
Very useful and easy to use.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Impact PowerSync16 DC Receiver:
Best radio slave system for this price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Batteries & Power
- Price: $1.59
Brackets, Support and Cords
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- Original: $24.95
- Save: $2.49
- Price: $22.46
Sync Cords & Flash Remotes
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- Original: $12.95
- Save: $1.29
- Price: $11.66
What's in the Box
- Sync Cord
- 3.5mm to 3.5mm Cable
- 3.5mm to 1/4" Adapter
- Adhesive-Backed Accessory Shoe (2-Pack)
- Locking Adhesive-Backed Accessory Shoe
- 2 x AA Battery
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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