Flashpoint FlashBack Senior on Camera Speedflash (Red)
The Flashpoint FlashBack Senior Speedflash is the miniaturized blend of the original popular on-camera Automatic Speedlight, introduced way back in 1972, and the reflector flash design of the 1930s. The Flashpoint FlashBack Senior Speedflash single-pin hot shoe trigger assures compatibility with camera with a hot shoe or a sync post for triggering. Not just the traditional list of popular current craze cameras, but cameras with a live hot shoe or a really old-school sync post. Since the automation is f-stop related on the flash body - through a sensor on the flash body, not TTL camera linked - once the lens is set to the suggested displayed f-stop, the exposure comes out accurate and rich. Camera platform examples: Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Panasonic, Olympus, or Pentax - Exacta, Contax, Leica, Konica, Linhof, and more.The simple fact that is an undeniable advantage of the FlashBack Senior Speedflash is the price vs. performance data. The guide number is designed for convenience, not superpower performance. The ease of rechargeable lithium-ion cells as the built-in power solution for battery freedom assures dependable, uninterrupted flash photography is marvelous.Remember the Fan?The retro fan shape that opens and closes in a circular 9-blade silver dish is reminiscent of the days when reflectors ruled. The delicate flashbulbs were centered in the holder of the reflector bowl. Every shot counted. No SD cards in those days, just roll film. Typically 12 exposures per valuable roll. A sharp wedding photographer limited the exposures to under 240. Like we said, every shot counted. Back before the advent of the flashtube, the single-use magnesium bulb was the craze. They were disposable globes of incendiary wire that contained safety (mostly) in a glass shield. The photographer had to manually pop them into a reflector holder synced to his camera shutter. Woe to the poor fellow that touched the red-hot, freshly fired flashbulb or happened to be the lucky recipient of an exploded sphere. You Are In ControlThe technology of wireless radio R2 is not built-in. Instead, with knowledge of guide numbers and distance appreciation, consumer savvy is necessary. The flash can be used in manual or automatic mode. The automation is also a throwback to the days when camera TTL was not available, but thyristor sensors carefully placed on the flash did the trick. The light delivers dependable, repeatable output in 7 user-controlled output levels in manual mode. Auto takes the driver's seat with the flash exposure, but the photographer must set the appropriate f-stop on the camera body or lens. The shooter must appreciate the range of the flash according to an ISO ratio, distance, and subject matter tonal value.Got You Covered - Sans ZoomThe Flashpoint FlashBack Senior Speedflash has exceptionally even coverage at the fixed 28mm focal length flash spread, and the consumer will appreciate the Guide Number of 46ft / 14m @ISO 100. The speedlight has an advanced and enhanced integrated optical receiver for both S1 and S2 pre-flash TTL systems triggers. Photography of events and situations where flash illumination from the on-camera perspective is an advantage. Provides balanced coverage over a wide range of focal lengths, fixed at 28mm, settings without using speedlite crippled zoom head function. Freezes action delivers pure daylight color and communicates camera and flash settings without user intervention in auto or fully manual. Fills in murky shadows and poor available lighting without overpowering the exposure.Retro is Here and NowThe flash is a no-brainer for beginners, occasional users, amateurs, and professionals protecting their gear with reliable backup on-camera strobes - and especially with savvy Leica and Fujifilm camera owners. The incredible amount of light produced by this compact and lightweight unit - plus the integrated auto functions and features - make the Flashpoint FlashBack Senior Speedflash the natural choice of pro or amateur photographers.
