Sunpak Softlite 1600M

[craois]

Hi, I have a Sunpak Softlite 1600M. Just wondering if it's compatible with a canon 1000d. I can't seem to be able to do any settings on the camera, it said it is either not compatible or the flash is not turned on. Any ideas why?

 

[adrenalize]

Hi, I have a Sunpak Softlite 1600M. Just wondering if it's compatible with a canon 1000d. I can't seem to be able to do any settings on the camera, it said it is either not compatible or the flash is not turned on. Any ideas why?

I own sunpak rd2000 and i encountered the same problem.i tried to change a fully charge battery,only then it works on my camera.