Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit
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This Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit is a radio remote system which allows you to trigger your flash or studio strobe at distances up to 164' (50 m).
The beauty of the system is that it doesn't depend on "line-of-sight" communication between the transmitter and receiver. That means that you can trigger the flash through obstructions like walls, doors etc. Forget about that tangle of dangerous PC cords and potential damage to toppling equipment.
Both the FlashFire Wireless Trigger and the FlashFire Wireless Receiver operate on the 2.4 GHz bandwidth. 16 selectable channels virtually eliminate interference or overlap with other photographers on the scene. And neither are energy vampires. The transmitter runs on an easily-sourced CR2 (not included) with a battery life of approximately 20,000 flashes and has a handy hot shoe for shoe mount flashes. The receiver runs on 2 AAA batteries (not included) with a standby time of up to 45 hours. The system can be used on any flash unit with a 1/4" (6.3 mm) phono jack.
FlashFire Wireless Flash System
- 2.4 GHz bandwidth, 16 selectable operating frequencies for eliminating interference
- The DC trigger transmitter / receiver pair may be used to trigger all studio flash units employing a standard 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) phono jack for the Photoflex StarFlash
- 3.5 mm mini Jack sync adapter provided for use with other major brands of studio strobes
- Sync cable features 3 pin thread lock connection to the receiver for secure connection.
- Built in hot shoe on receiver for direct mounting of portable (shoe style) flash units
- Flash sync speed: up to 1/200 sec for focal plane; shutter, up to 1/250s for leaf shutter
- Transmitter distance: 164 feet (50 m)
- Transmitter battery life: approximately 20,000 flashes (using standard CR2 lithium battery, not included)
- Receiver stand-by time: up to 45 hours (requires 2 x AAA battery not included)
- Recessed mini dip switches for secure setting of channels
- There is a PC connection on transmitter if required, for mounting to cameras via cable using a standard PC cable (not included)
- Easy battery replacement via quick slide open doors on transmitter and receiver
- Super compact size
| Bandwidth | 2.4 GHz |
| Range | 164' (50 m) |
| Flash Sync | 1/200 sec for focal plane shutter, up to 1/250 sec for leaf shutter |
| Battery Life |
Transmitter: Up to 20,000 flashes (CR2 battery) Receiver: Up to 45 hours standby time |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (4)
- Lightweight (4)
- Packs small / compresses (4)
- Reliable (3)
Cons
- Poor quality (3)
Best Uses
- Family photos (3)
- Weddings (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (3), Semi-pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 7 customers
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Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Lightweight
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
Comments about Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit:
They work great. I use just one flash ( Canon 430 Ex ii )so they allow me to move the flash ANYWHERE POSSIBLE. Alone with a diffuser or on stand with Softbox. Great range. You have to power down the flash to 1/32 and warm up the flash. After 1 burst you can crank up the power to 1/1 and rock out.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Portraits
Comments about Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit:
I was looking for a "low cost" but good solution for wireless flash. I have multiple wireless access points in my studio which seemed to cause interference at first, but once I adjusted the dip switches I found a frequency that worked in the environment. The product works as expected, firing the flash when it should. I did notice once the batteries in my flash became low the performance became spotty. The flash would still fire if directly on my camera but using the Flashfire kit it would only fire once every three tries. A fresh set of batteries resolved this issue.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit:
EXCELLENT PRODUCT EASY TO USE, very useful for professional and amateur photographers
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit:
This wireless kit was easy to set up and use, and has many different applications I can use with my Photoflex system as well as my Canon Flashes on off camera lighting techniques.
D.Adams
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit:
If you want to increase your performance capabilities when you shooting with artifical light, this kit is your choice. It does not coast very much, so you can begin your experiments without some thoughts. But even you are professional, this item will not disappoint you. But remember, that first of all it's a basic kit, and some people need for more capabilities than this kit can give.
Works very well, but a weak construction may be a little disappoint for somebody. Also it could be more useful to work with 2AAA batteries instead of CR2
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good price value
Cons
- Battery expensive
Best Uses
- General Use
Comments about Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit:
This unit works good. If you want a remote to fire you your flash unit to play around with this will work. However if you want something more professional you will need to spend a lot more money.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
- Indoors
Comments about Photoflex FlashFire Wireless Kit:
You have to play around to get the right setting, but once set works fine.
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Batteries & Power
- Price: $3.99
Transmitter battery
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
- FlashFire Wireless Receiver
- FlashFire Wireless Trigger
- 3.5 mm Mini Jack Sync Adapter
- Instruction Manual
- 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty
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