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Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Flash for Canon Cameras

BH #QUQF8C • MFR #860300
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Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Flash for Canon Cameras
Key Features
  • Bare Bulb Design with 80Ws Output
  • Compatible with Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II
  • Guide Number: 105' at ISO 100 with QF60
  • Coverage: 35mm with QF60 Reflector
Take control of both on- and off-camera lighting with the bare-bulb Qflash TRIO Flash from Quantum, which features a built-in FreeXwire radio system for wireless operation from up to 500' away and an output rated at 80 Ws. This version is compatible with Canon's E-TTL / E-TTL II metering system and has a guide number of 105' at ISO 100 with the QF60 reflector, which also provides coverage of about 35mm on a full frame camera. The head can tilt upwards 90° as well as rotate both left and right 180° for full bounce functionality.
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Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Overview

Take control of both on- and off-camera lighting with the bare-bulb Qflash TRIO Flash from Quantum, which features a built-in FreeXwire radio system for wireless operation from up to 500' away and an output rated at 80 Ws. This version is compatible with Canon's E-TTL / E-TTL II metering system and has a guide number of 105' at ISO 100 with the QF60 reflector, which also provides coverage of about 35mm on a full frame camera. The head can tilt upwards 90° as well as rotate both left and right 180° for full bounce functionality.

The flash runs on Turbo series battery packs, which can provide a recycle time of just 1.5 seconds at full power. The unit also has a variety of sync settings, including slow, high-speed, 1st and 2nd curtain. Additionally, options such as auto fill ratio enable simple usage for fast setups in changing lighting.

Sensor limit function prevents blown out highlights when the subject is close and the background is far
Visual and audible aids blink and beep for correct, under, or overexposed images
Program Mode allows users to set up to 8 presets for fast access to commonly used settings.
UPC: 807955011743

Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Specs

Key Specs
Guide Number
105' / 32 m at ISO 100
Bounce Head
0 to +90°
Swivel Head
360°
Exposure Control
Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II, Manual
Wireless Operation
Radio (TTL)
Up to 500' / 152.4 m
Internal Power
No
Flash Head
Guide Number
105' / 32 m at ISO 100
Coverage
Full-Frame
35 mm (with Reflector)
Angle of Coverage
55°
Bounce Head
0 to +90°
Swivel Head
360°
Recycle Time
Approx. 1.5 Seconds
Secondary Illumination
No
Exposure Control
Exposure Control
Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II, Manual
Flash Modes
Hi-Speed Sync, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync
Power Range
1/1 to 1/32
Wireless
Wireless Operation
Radio (TTL)
Up to 500' / 152.4 m
Power
Internal Power
No
External Power Pack Compatible
Yes
General
Mount
Shoe
Dimensions (W x H x D)
4.1 x 3.3 x 5.9" / 10.4 x 8.5 x 14.9 cm
Weight
20 oz / 567 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.985 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
11.85 x 9.6 x 5.05"

Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Reviews

Synchronized cord issue

By Frederick
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-08-08

When you attach the Quantum Qflash CoPilot in your hot shoe it tightens solidly with a wheel lock and eliminates any synch cord from camera to flash head with three radio frequencies for synch and other controls that actually make the unit a pro worthy piece of equipment. This is the way Quantum meant the unit be used!

Not Good for Nikon Cameras

By Suneel
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2016-09-12

I bought this after reviews claimed it was an awesome flash to use with Nikon cameras, that was a wrong idea, because its not the same brand the functions change and are slow to process back and forth from camera to flash, and flash to camera... Please remember your cameras are like computers and function much better at 100% when being used with the same product brand name!!!

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question

will this trigger a flash connected to quantum radio slave 4i?
Asked by: Anthony S.
No, the flash has built into it a FreeXwire radio system. It is a different system than the Radio slave 4i.If you have a Canon speedlight you will need a kit with a Freeewire receiver, Quantum QLINK for Canon with Freewire Receiver Kit B&H # QUFWCR (B&H Kit).
Answered by: Robert K.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

From what I am reading this flash will not work in conjunction with my other Canon 600 EX-RT flash units using only the Canon RF system. So I cannot control this flash from my Canon 5D MarkIII in a group with other Canon 600 EX-RT Speedlites....Is that a correct statement?? I don't really want to buy another trigger to be able to control all my lights.
Asked by: Rick
Yes, as far as I know, it cannot be combined and controlled with the 600 EX-RT flash system without an additional trigger(s).
Answered by: Jeff Y.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Do these flashes fire without overheating and ...

Do these flashes fire without overheating and shutting down when connected to AC power? For example, every 3 seconds over 4 hours? I am making a 3D model image and require a light that will not turn itself off after 500 flashes.
Asked by: Carlie
Generally, these flashes would not over heat when fired rapidly, mainly because they lack a modeling lamp. However, since you require AC power, you would be better off with a flash head which has a fan built into it, such as the Interfit Honey Badger 320Ws Compact Flash Head B&H # INHB320. https://bhpho.to/2WWTknI
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2019-06-20

With the new EZpro firmware update, how to you ...

With the new EZpro firmware update, how to you access the HSS function?
Asked by: Mark
HSS – high speed sync. HSS is available in Manual, QTTL, and QTTLwR modes, for both the on-camera and remote TRIO. Off-camera flash When using a remote in HSS, there is no need to set any options. HSS will automatically be selected when your shutter speed is set above 250. On-camera flash Canon users – Select HSS option if you want to enable High Speed Sync on your camera. Nikon users – If you’ve selected high speed sync on the menu of your camera, high speed sync will automatically be selected on the TRIO when your shutter speed is set above 250.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2019-08-01

question

I have the Turbo 3 battery packs. Are they compatible with this unit?
Asked by: Anonymous
The Qflash TRIO is compatible with the Quantum Turbo 3. You would need the CQ2 Power Cable (B&H # QUCQ2) to attach the battery to the TRIO.
Answered by: Christina S.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

With this flash I can manage another 2-3 are the same flash? Or do we need to buy it: Quantum Instruments QF9N Qflash Pilot For Nikon/Fujifilm DSLRs/Film Camerashttp://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/591734-REG/Quantum_Instruments_QF9N_QF9N_Qflash_Pilot_Q.htmlor is it: Quantum Instruments CoPilot Wireless TTL Flash Controller for Nikonhttp://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/870044-REG/Quantum_Instruments_QF91N_CoPilot_Wireless_TTL_Flash.html?I would like to one flash was on the camera and the second held Assistant
Asked by: Anonymous
That Q-Flash model has the Quantum receiver and transmitter built in.You can control with that model on the camera over two Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO QF8N TTL Shoe Mount Flashes for Nikon i-TTL off camera without any other accessories.If you want to control Nikon brand speedlights you will need,Quantum Instruments B&H QLINK for Nikon with Freewire Receiver KitB&H # QUFWNR (B&H Kit)http://bhpho.to/1l79FMoI you want to use the Quantum flash and not have one on the camera you will need the pilot.Quantum Instruments QF9N Qflash Pilot For Nikon/Fujifilm DSLRs/Film CamerasB&H # QUQF9N Mfr # QF9Nhttp://bhpho.to/1itRMgj
Answered by: Robert K.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

2 Questions - 1. Has the hotshoe issue been fixed? Some pretty negative reviews about that.2. Can this be triggered by Pocket Wizard Triggers?
Asked by: Jon N.
The new hotshoe is secure and positive..no issues with this.
Answered by: George P.
Date published: 2021-02-12

question

I have this Flash and a Sekonic L-758dr. Can you tell me how I can trigger the Qflash with the Sekonic? Thank you!
Asked by: Anonymous
you can not - you will have to attach a pocket wizard to the flash in order to do so
Answered by: yaron l.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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