PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon
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Note: AC9 works with the Canon system ONLY.
The PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon allows remote control of AlienBees and White Lightening flash heads as well as Zeus power packs when used with a PocketWizard MiniTT1 transmitter or FlexTT5 transceiver. This version is dedicated for use with Canon cameras only.
- ControlTL
- PocketWizard's firmware platform taps into the full potential of your Canon camera and flash system enabling an entirely new level of remote flash capability through our proven radio communications. ControlTL firmware is configurable and upgradeable for "future-proof" continuous improvement.
- Manual Power Control
- When the AC9 is used with a FlexTT5 transceiver and paired with either an on-camera MiniTT1 or FlexTT5, you can adjust the power settings of your AlienBees/White Lightning flashes directly from the camera's position. This can be done with either the Flash Exposure Compensation dial or add the AC3 ZoneController for three zones of power control.
- Optional ZoneControl
- Use either the AC3 ZoneController or a MultiMAX radio to control up to three zones of light with as many lights in each zone as you want. Use the A-B-C zone switch on the AC9-paired FlexTT5 to assign the zone.
- Optional PowerTracking
- In Auto Mode, change ISO, aperture, or FEC and the lights automatically adjust their compensating power setting with PocketWizard PowerTracking. Set your AC3 ZoneController to manual and PowerTracking is turned off for absolute manual control. PowerTracking can be customized via the PocketWizard Utility.
- HyperSync
- HyperSync allows photographers to achieve faster X-sync speeds, all the way up to 1/8000 second*, will full power flash. Now you can cut the ambient light and use wide-open apertures, outdoors in bright sunlight. That extra speed can also freeze action, whether shooting models or athletes in motion. (*camera and flash model dependent).
- Low-Profile Design
- The AC9 is tiny and simply slides onto the FlexTT5 hot shoe and plugs into the remote socket on the flash using the supplied cord.
- No Batteries Required
- The AC9 gets its power from the paired FlexTT5.
| Mounting | Hot shoe |
| Voltage | 3.3 VDC (all pins) - safe for all cameras |
| Operating Conditions | Above 22° F (-30° C) and below 185° F (85° C) |
| Construction | High impact plastic |
| Power | Receives power from the FlexTT5 transceiver |
| Requirements | Must be used on a FlexTT5 transceiver in conjunction with an on-camera MiniTT1 transmitter or FlexTT5 transceiver for power control capability. |
| Certification | RoHS compliant |
| Compatibility |
Canon DSLR cameras with: AlienBees: B400, B800, B1600 Zeus Power Packs: Z1250, Z2500 White Lightning X-series, UltraZAP or Ultra flashes: X800, X1600, X2400, X3200, UZ800, UZ1600, Ultra60, Ultra1200, Ultra1800 |
| Dimensions | 1.9 x 1.6 x 1" (4.7 x 4.0 x 2.5 cm) |
| Weight | 0.81 ounces (22.96 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 13 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Durable (7)
- Easy to use (5)
- Lightweight (5)
- Attach securely (3)
- Compact (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- General purpose (6)
- Indoors (5)
- Outdoor events / games (5)
- Outdoors (5)
- Low light (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (7), Semi-pro photographer (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great for outdoors
I use the AC9 along with the AC 3 Zone Controller on a Mini TT1. A PW Flex TT5 is mounted on one of my Alien Bs with AC9 plugged into both. One of ...Read complete review
I use the AC9 along with the AC 3 Zone Controller on a Mini TT1. A PW Flex TT5 is mounted on one of my Alien Bs with AC9 plugged into both. One of my Canon cameras has the Mini TT1 on the hot shoe with the AC3 zone controller on top. My flash bracket has a Flex TT5 with a Canon 580 EXII or 430 EX II. I set the AC3 to Auto (TTL) for the Canon Flash and dial down the exposure 1 to 2 stops. This is used for fill, only as needed. The Alien Bs output is also controlled by the AC3 through the Flex TT5 through the AC9, usually set to manual, even though there are some neat features in Auto mode that maintain flash output when the F stop changes. The Alien Bs are powerful enough to to overcome direct sunlight even when shooting through soft boxes or umbrellas. I meter the Alien B output and use the on camera flash for a fill as needed. The AC3 makes it really easy to adjust the power for both. I have found the combination extremely reliable and consistent, far more than using TTL on remote, off camera, Canon flashes.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Stung by the Alien Bee AC9
Zero instructions
Poor performance with ALL my Alien Bee units
Does not connect with the Flex TT5 (Canon)
Zero support
Simply put, very bad product
Zero instructions
Poor performance with ALL my Alien Bee units
Does not connect with the Flex TT5 (Canon)
Zero support
Simply put, very bad product
Reviewed by 13 customers
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Pros
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
The only thing with this adapter is that you must start everything in the right series or it does not want to connect. Outside of that it's solid and works like a charm.
Only a 4 star because I have to do a "calibration" shot in order to set the changes from my zone controller to the strobe.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Securely
- Durable
- Lightweight
- Long-Lasting
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
I use the product along with a TT1 and Flex TT5 and an Alienbee along with beautydish. I love not having to have at sync cables and I love how securely they fit into the bee (just like a telephone jack). I was sick of crawling up my stepping stool or lowering the boom to adjust power. This fixes that when using the AC3!!! Very happy with it, the only reason I have it a 4 is because it is a little pricey for what it is. Also, I've had issues with the hypersync but I don't blame the AC9 for that.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- PocketWizards TT5, PocketWizards TT1
Pros
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Portraits
- Special Events
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
I am loving this guy!! So nice to be able to control everything right from my camera!! Awesome!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Pocketwizard Zone Controller, Pocketwizard TT5 for Canon
Pros
- Attaches Securely
- Durable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Portraits
- Special Events
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
A fried loaned me a couple of WhiteLighting Ultra 600 strobes. They are not even produced anymore but work perfectly. I use MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 with my 580EX Canon lights. This unit slips on the FlexTT5 and plugs into the strobe with a common telephone cable.
It was as simple to control the light with the AC3 atop my camera. and worked without a hitch. With this setup you can use high speed sync as well.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Excellent inferface
- Plug-n-play
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
The AC9 coupled to my TT5 gives me the flexibility to control my light source when shooting OCF on location. Next step will be to add an AC3 for studio work.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Pocket Wizard TT5
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
The AC9 works like a charm, but pair it up with the AC3 for the complete package; it really works.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Weddings/Events
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
This little number, while grossly overpriced, serves its purpose perfectly. At a wedding reception I set up my two AB 800s on either side of the hall, connect each to a Flex TT5 with an AC9 attached, and then shoot away with plenty of light.
Do note that you need to plug a mini jack cord or adaptor into the sync hole on the back of your Alien Bee in order to turn off the flash sync. Otherwise, even with the AC9 and a Flex TT5 plugged in, your Alien Bee will be triggered by other flashes in the room (annoying at a wedding reception where flashes are going off all over).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Difficult to Use
- Horrible support
- Poor connectivity
- Poor instructions
- Simply does not work
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Conversation piece
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
Zero instructions
Poor performance with ALL my Alien Bee units
Does not connect with the Flex TT5 (Canon)
Zero support
Simply put, very bad product
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Compact
- Good Color Value
- inexpensive
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoors
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
Great addition to the MiniTT1, FlexTT5, AC3 system. The AC9 and the AC3 ZoneController breath new life and flexibility for on-location work with my X3200 strobes. Neat system, small, low price, and functions great.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy assembly
- Easy to set up
- Easy to Use
- Good Color Value
- Long-Lasting
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoors
- Special Events
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
Is perform as expected. Really excellent control of the Alien Bee. As a pro photographer really make fast my work.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Pocket Wizard Brand
- Wireless Control
Cons
- Doesn't work alone
- Need PW FlexxTT5 to use
Best Uses
- General Use
- Wireless Control Lighting
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
Now I'm able to control my White Lightning Strobes wirelessly. A very smart product, and will purchase a couple more in the future.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy to Use
- inexpensive
- Long-Lasting
Cons
- Metering requires camera
Best Uses
- General Use
- Indoors
- Low Light
- Night Time
- Outdoor portraits
- Outdoors
- Wedding formals
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
I use the AC9 along with the AC 3 Zone Controller on a Mini TT1. A PW Flex TT5 is mounted on one of my Alien Bs with AC9 plugged into both. One of my Canon cameras has the Mini TT1 on the hot shoe with the AC3 zone controller on top. My flash bracket has a Flex TT5 with a Canon 580 EXII or 430 EX II. I set the AC3 to Auto (TTL) for the Canon Flash and dial down the exposure 1 to 2 stops. This is used for fill, only as needed. The Alien Bs output is also controlled by the AC3 through the Flex TT5 through the AC9, usually set to manual, even though there are some neat features in Auto mode that maintain flash output when the F stop changes. The Alien Bs are powerful enough to to overcome direct sunlight even when shooting through soft boxes or umbrellas. I meter the Alien B output and use the on camera flash for a fill as needed. The AC3 makes it really easy to adjust the power for both. I have found the combination extremely reliable and consistent, far more than using TTL on remote, off camera, Canon flashes.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attach Securely
- Easy to set up
- Easy to Use
- Simple
Cons
Best Uses
- With AC3 zone controller
Comments about PocketWizard AC9 AlienBees Adapter for Canon:
Combine this with the AC3 and you've got yourself a winning combo! I love it. You can easily change the settings in the PocketWizard Utility to have the unit do different things with modeling light. As it comes, the modeling light changes value as you change the power of the strobe. I already had the AC3 that I use with speedlites. I purchased a couple Alienbees and AC9s just because they were meant to work with my existing equipment. Now, I can use my speedlites in combination with the Alienbees and change the power of three different groups (any number of lights) from the top of my camera! Very cool. I was originally looking at the Bowens monolights, but the AC9 sealed the deal for me and I went with the Alienbees. I'm happy I did. Being able to control monolights and speedlites from one simple on camera controller is great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Brackets, Support and Cords
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- Original: $199.00
- Save: $36.00
- Price: $163.00
What's in the Box
- AC9 Adapter
- RJ-14 Connector Cord
- Sync Adapter Plug for Disabling Optical Slave
- Lanyard
- Touch-fastener
- Quick Guide
- 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty
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