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Pentax AF201FG Flash

BH #PEAF201FG • MFR #30458
18 reviews
Pentax AF201FG Flash
Key Features
  • All Weather Construction
  • Compatible with Pentax P-TTL
  • Guide Number: 66' at ISO 100 and 19mm
  • Coverage: 13mm & 19mm (APS-C)
Add a little bit of light to nearly any scene thanks to Pentax's All Weather construction of the Pentax AF201FG Flash. This compact unit is compatible with Pentax's P-TTL system for automatic flash exposure and it has a guide number of 66' at ISO 100 and the 19mm setting when used with APS-C DSLRs. A built-in pull-out wide-angle panel is featured on the flash for expanding coverage to a 13mm lens. Also, it tilts from -10 to 135° for full bounce functionality.
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Pentax AF201FG Overview

Add a little bit of light to nearly any scene thanks to Pentax's All Weather construction of the Pentax AF201FG Flash. This compact unit is compatible with Pentax's P-TTL system for automatic flash exposure and it has a guide number of 66' at ISO 100 and the 19mm setting when used with APS-C DSLRs. A built-in pull-out wide-angle panel is featured on the flash for expanding coverage to a 13mm lens. Also, it tilts from -10 to 135° for full bounce functionality.

In addition to automatic control, the AF201FG has a dial on the back that enables the setting of manual power at 1/1 or 1/4. The flash also offers a recycle time of 4-7 seconds at full power and is compatible with first and second curtain sync modes. It runs on 2 AAA batteries and comes with a case.

Effective flash range of 2.3 to 26.2' at ISO 100 and f/2
Works with red-eye reduction modes
Auto power off after 3 minutes of non-operation
Quick power on by pressing camera's shutter button halfway
Battery life of 80-100 full-power flashes
UPC: 027075288973

Pentax AF201FG Specs

Flash Head
Guide Number65.62' / 20 m at ISO 100 (19 mm Position)
CoverageAPS-C
19 mm
13 mm (with Wide-Angle Adapter)
Angle of Coverage53° Vertical
70° Horizontal
85° Vertical (with Wide-Angle Adapter)
98° Horizontal (with Wide-Angle Adapter)
Bounce Head-10 to +135°
Swivel HeadNone
Recycle TimeApprox. 4 to 7 Seconds
Secondary IlluminationNone
Exposure Control
Exposure ControlPentax P-TTL
Flash ModesSecond-Curtain Sync
Power Range1/1 to 1/4 (Manual)
Wireless
Wireless OperationNone
Slave Timing ModesNone
Power
Internal Power2 x AAA (Alkaline, NiMH)
External Power Pack CompatibleNo
General
MountShoe
Off-Camera TerminalNone
Dimensions (W x H x D)2.6 x 2.9 x 1.2" / 65 x 72.5 x 31 mm
Weight4.97 oz / 141 g (without Batteries)
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.605 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)6.45 x 4.6 x 2.3"

Pentax AF201FG Reviews

Received

By Gordon
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-06-22

It could of been packed more securely for the long trip !!!

Limited flash for Ricoh GR3

By Barry
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2020-01-03

Works well in P-TTL mode as a bounce flash in average room. Tilts almost 180, does not rotate. I use it on Ricoh GR3. It seems that all settings on this camera results in the same output. The M 1/4 power is basically equal to full power. It may work differently on a Pentax camera...don’t know. A larger Metz/Pentax flash designed for theP-TTL system cannot be triggered remotely with this on-camera flash. Again, this may be the limiting factor of the GR3.

Nice

By Simon
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-12-14

Is nice

Nice compact flash

By Gonzalo
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2018-12-27

I purchased this flash for two reasons: its compact and weather resistant design. The only cons is its battery life. Overall, I´m happy with it.

Compact Bounce Flash

By KentonL
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-05-22

Nice compact flash to complement the Pentax K-3 II that does not have a built-in flash. Head will rotate so you can have bounce flash as well.

Excellent performance so far

By Joy Forever
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-03-28

This flash is a perfect fit for my Pentax K1. I haven't used it too much, but I have nothing to complain about so far. It is small and light, just what I wanted. The full power mode, however, is good enough - particularly since the K1 can handle higher ISOs and slower shutter speeds. Also, being fully compatible with the Pentax TTL system, the auto mode works much better than the earlier Sigma one that I used. I am very satisfied with the flash.

Perfect Pentax flash for walk around/fill in

By Brian
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-01-19

This is a small lightweight flash with full Pentax P-TTL functionality. It needs minimal space in my walk around bag, and works well at short distances with my 100mm macro lens, allowing smaller aperture to maximize depth of field for macro shots. I find it perfect for my needs when it's not necessary to use the larger Pentax flashes, which are significantly larger and heavier.

Perfect for Ricoh GR3

By Clarence R.
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-07-27

Additionally it is totally function with Pentax DSLRs!8

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