External flash for 602Z and equivalent

mpenza · 3rd December 2002

What external flash are you using for the S602Z or equivalent (4900, 6900, 602 Pro)?

chenwei · 3rd December 2002

erm... external flash is really a must to have.... i am very happy to be sb24 user~

Acieed · 4th December 2002

Just wondering, is there a rear-curtain slow sync mode in the s602z ? Can't seem to find it in the specs, only one slow sync mode.

mpenza · 6th December 2002

there's no rear curtain sync mode. anyway, the flash modes in the camera only works for the internal flash I think.

Acieed · 6th December 2002

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Originally posted by mpenza
there's no rear curtain sync mode. anyway, the flash modes in the camera only works for the internal flash I think.

Can't even use the slow sync mode on an external flash?! hrmmm....

desmond · 7th December 2002

Hi, if I use a SB80DX with the 602, do I get TTL flash metering?

imaginary_number · 7th December 2002

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Originally posted by desmond
Hi, if I use a SB80DX with the 602, do I get TTL flash metering?

Nope, 602Z does not support TTL.

mpenza · 10th December 2002

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Originally posted by Acieed

Can't even use the slow sync mode on an external flash?! hrmmm....

Use the aperture priority mode on the camera and you get the slow sync mode.

Jeff · 28th December 2002

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Originally posted by mpenza
What external flash are you using for the S602Z or equivalent (4900, 6900, 602 Pro)?

Previously bought the Vivitar 285HV but found it too heavy for prolonged use. Switched over to Metz 32-1 for comfort, though really like the brute power of 285HV. Metz is still more user friendly for a novice user.

Jeff

Zerstorer · 29th December 2002

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Originally posted by Jeff

Previously bought the Vivitar 285HV but found it too heavy for prolonged use. Switched over to Metz 32-1 for comfort, though really like the brute power of 285HV. Metz is still more user friendly for a novice user.

Jeff

Have to agree with the weight and the bulk!:P

fruitybix · 2nd January 2003

love the Metz 32 Z1 simply because it allows both swivel and tilt, really quite a useful feature when taking potrait shots.

fruitybix · 2nd January 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by Jeff

Previously bought the Vivitar 285HV but found it too heavy for prolonged use. Switched over to Metz 32-1 for comfort, though really like the brute power of 285HV. Metz is still more user friendly for a novice user.

Jeff

hi, know a place where i can get a omnibounce for the Metz 32?

mpenza · 2nd January 2003

hmm... I must have been a "bad" influence.... so many people are using Metz 32Z1!

edd · 2nd January 2003

am using a Nikon SB22s with my 4900z. Now, I never have to wait for the internal one to charge up anymore, which to me is very long wait

Zerstorer · 2nd January 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by mpenza
hmm... I must have been a "bad" influence.... so many people are using Metz 32Z1!

Might be partially due to the fact that we've not seen any good shots from you after u ditched it for a Nikon

fruitybix · 2nd January 2003

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Originally posted by mpenza
hmm... I must have been a "bad" influence.... so many people are using Metz 32Z1!

well, it really is one of the few single pin flash out there, and it is very good, though the max distance may be a little short compared to the 285, but certainly sufficient.

and it is really quite easy to use.

mpenza · 2nd January 2003

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Originally posted by Zerstorer
Might be partially due to the fact that we've not seen any good shots from you after u ditched it for a Nikon

It's my fault

Probably experimented too much with the camera's settings and didn't get good shots in the end. I've also recently moved on to another Nikon flash...

azone · 2nd January 2003

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Originally posted by mpenza

I've also recently moved on to another Nikon flash...

heeeeeeeeheeee......

chenwei · 2nd January 2003

Quote:

Originally posted by mpenza

It's my fault Probably experimented too much with the camera's settings and didn't get good shots in the end. I've also recently moved on to another Nikon flash...

wah wah... what's ur next?

imaginary_number · 2nd January 2003

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Originally posted by mpenza
hmm... I must have been a "bad" influence.... so many people are using Metz 32Z1!

I agree. I'm using a 32z1 'coz I read what you said.

View Poll Results: What flash are you using for your camera?
Vivitar 285HV	22	20.75%
Metz 32Z1 series	21	19.81%
Sunpak Super 383	1	0.94%
Nikon SB24, 25, 26, 28 or 80DX	26	24.53%
Other lower-end Nikon flash (e.g. SB22, SB27)	3	2.83%
Other high-end flash (Max GN 32m/105 feet, ISO100 and above)	5	4.72%
Other compact flash (Max GN lower than 32m/105 feet, ISO 100)	7	6.60%
Still undecided	21	19.81%
No need for external flash	6	5.66%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 106. You may not vote on this poll

3rd December 2002	#1
mpenza Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: New York City Posts: 13,397	External flash for 602Z and equivalent What external flash are you using for the S602Z or equivalent (4900, 6900, 602 Pro)? Last edited by mpenza; 3rd December 2002 at 02:44 PM.

3rd December 2002	#2
chenwei Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Singapore Posts: 1,290	erm... external flash is really a must to have.... i am very happy to be sb24 user~

4th December 2002	#3
Acieed Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: - Posts: 395	Just wondering, is there a rear-curtain slow sync mode in the s602z ? Can't seem to find it in the specs, only one slow sync mode.

6th December 2002	#4
mpenza Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: New York City Posts: 13,397	there's no rear curtain sync mode. anyway, the flash modes in the camera only works for the internal flash I think.

7th December 2002	#6
desmond New Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Posts: 24	Hi, if I use a SB80DX with the 602, do I get TTL flash metering?

2nd January 2003	#11
fruitybix Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: West Posts: 698	love the Metz 32 Z1 simply because it allows both swivel and tilt, really quite a useful feature when taking potrait shots.

2nd January 2003	#14
edd New Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: KL Posts: 11	am using a Nikon SB22s with my 4900z. Now, I never have to wait for the internal one to charge up anymore, which to me is very long wait