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1. Flashpoint R2 TTL 2.4G Wireless Transmitter For Sony Cameras (X1T-S)
Feature
Flashpoint R2 TTL Transmitter for Sony - Instruction Manual - Flashpoint 1-Year USA WarrantyFlashpoint R2 2.4GHz Radio System unifies and simplifies
Great transmission range beyond 330 ft / 100m
Traditional Sony Flash Modes TTL / M / OFF
High Speed Sync to 1/8000th
Description
The Flashpoint R2-S is the ultimate radio transmitter for Sony mirrorless cameras that speaks to Flashpoint Streaklight, ZoomLi-on and Zoom and Sony Radio Remote without missing a beat and connects to all strobes with sync ports. The incredible range of these compact and lightweight units as well as their integrated functions and features make them the first choice of professional photographers. The proprietary TTL and HSS enabled 2.4GHz R2 Radio Remote System radio triggers transmits atop a Sony body and works with the complete family of Flashpoint Speedlights, Monolights and Strobe lights with R2 TTL radio transceiver built right in. All the R2 enabled family communicate seamlessly: the lithium powered Zoom Li-on Nikon, Canon and Sony TTL speedlights, the Zoom AA alkaline powered speedlight, the fantastic Streaklight 360 Nikon and Canon TTL powerhouse, and the portable 600ws XPLOR600 monolights. Other strobes can be fired and controlled off camera while being attached to the R2 Radio Remote Receiver FPRRR2RS to grace remote link to earlier models. The R2-S provides a full proprietary GR Group style interface allowing up to 5 Groups to be individually set to either TTL, Manual, or Off and most importantly, TTL and Manual Groups can be conveniently mixed together as needed. The battery powered units provide TTL, HSS (High Speed Sync) and even a HSS pre-sync timing adjustment for precision synchronization. PC cord sync input and output po2. Flashpoint XPLOR 600 HSS Battery-Powered Monolight with Built-in R2 2.4GHz Radio Remote System and R2 Transmitter For Canon (Bowens Mount)(AD600)
Feature
Flashpoint XPLOR600 600ws Monolight - Flashpoint R2 E-TTL Transmitter for Canon - 600ws Flashtube and Protective Cover - Standard 7" Reflector - Rechargeable Lithium Battery - AC Battery Charger Set - Compartment Case - Flashpoint 2-Year Full USA Warranty600Ws studio quality light without wire
Guide Number 183 (ft) / 61 (m) ISO 100, with standard reflecto
Built-in 2.4G R2 Radio Remote System Compatible wireless system: Fully supports the Canon, Nikon and additional systems in Flashpoint R2 remote system.
Integrated professional 11.1V/8700mAh lithium battery pack
Description
Flashpoint XPLOR 600 HSS (Non-TTL) Battery-Powered Monolight with Built-in R2 2.4GHz Radio Remote System and R2 TTL Transmitter for Canon (Bowens Mount) Your idea of monolights is about to change. Not just for the better. For the Best. Introducing the ultimate portable solution for studio quality flash with remote wireless totally independent of power cords and generators: The Flashpoint XPLOR600 MonoLight with R2 Radio Remote. It's the most comprehensive self-contained full featured 600ws strobe that goes virtually anywhere, with wireless control, High Speed Sync, powered by its own massive internal and interchangeablehigh energy 11.1 volt Lithium Ion 8700mAh battery, capable of over 450 full power flash bursts on a single charge. XPLOR600 is the one monolight for all your assignments, all your challenges, backed by industry leader, Flashpoint. The flash features many settings for the pro, like FEC, rapid stroboscopic flash, first or second curtain sync, LED Modeling, upgradable firmware and new camera system compatibility, clear LCD display, plus 11 advanced options features. The optional Remote 600 and 1200ws 8 foot extension heads transform the monolight into a boom friendly powerhouse. All the popular Bowens S mount light modifiers fit directly on the monolight or extension heads. A built-in locking umbrella channel accommodates up to 8mm umbrella shafts. But that's only the beginnin3. Flashpoint XPLOR 600 HSS TTL Battery-Powered Monolight with Built-in R2 2.4GHz Radio Remote System and R2 Transmitter For Nikon (Bowens Mount)
Feature
The remarkable R2 TTL Wireless Flash System is the advanced 2.4GHz radio remote that adds DSLR TTL dedicated functions to your off camera flash experience whether you are using Canon, Nikon or Sony.600ws with 9 stop range: The energy efficient can be set to a wide range of 9 f/stop power levels from 1/256 to full power in 1/3 stop increments
Super Fast 2.5s recycle:Recycle speed is exceptionally fast, from .01 to 2.5 seconds with a built-in cooling fan to keep it cool and stabile.
High Speed Sync:Dedicated HSS makes synchro sunlight easy again with plenty of light to rival the sun.
LED Modeling Light:Just the right amount of modeling to be precise without draining your battery reserve.
Description
FLASHPOINT XPLOR 600 TTL BOWENS MOUNT with R2 Radio Remote Your idea of is about to change. Not just for the better. For the Best. Introducing the ultimate portable solution for studio quality flash with remote wireless TTL totally independent of power cords and generators: The Flashpoint XPLOR600 TTL with R2 Radio Remote. It's the most comprehensive self-contained full featured 600ws strobe that goes virtually anywhere, with wireless TTL control for Nikon and Canon, High Speed Sync, powered by its own massive internal and interchangeable high energy 11.1 volt Lithium Ion 8700mAh battery, capable of over 450 full power flash bursts on a single charge. XPLOR600 is the one for all your assignments, all your challenges, backed by industry leader, Flashpoint. The flash features many settings for the pro, like FEC, rapid stroboscopic flash, first or second curtain sync, LED Modeling, upgradable firmware and new camera system compatibility, clear LCD display, plus 11 advanced options features. The optional Remote 600 and 1200ws 8 foot extension heads transform the into a boom friendly powerhouse. All the popular Bowens S mount light modifiers fit directly on the or extension heads. But that's only the beginning. There is the R2 advantage.4. Flashpoint R2 i-TTL 2.4G Wireless Transmitter For Nikon Cameras (X1T-N)
Feature
Flashpoint R2 iTTL Transmitter for Nikon - Instruction Manual - (AA Batteries Not Included) - Flashpoint 1-Year USA WarrantyFlashpoint R2 2.4GHz Radio System unifies and simplifies
Great transmission range beyond 330 ft / 100m
Traditional Nikon Flash Modes iTTL / M / OFF
High Speed Sync to 1/8000th
Description
Flashpoint R2 TTL Transmitter for Nikon The Flashpoint R2-N is the ultimate radio transmitter for Nikon DSLRs that speaks to Flashpoint Streaklight, ZoomLi-on and Zoom and Nikon Radio Remote without missing a beat and connects to all strobes with sync ports. The incredible range of these compact and lightweight units as well as their integrated functions and features make them the first choice of professional photographers. The proprietary TTL and HSS enabled 2.4GHz R2 Radio Remote System radio triggers transmits atop a Nikon body with the essential TTL pass-through and laser AF assist and works with the complete family of Flashpoint Speedlights, Monolights and Strobe lights with R2 TTL radio transceiver built right in. All the R2 enabled family communicate seamlessly: the lithium powered Zoom Li-on Nikon, Canon and Sony TTL speedlights, the Zoom M alkaline energized speedlight, the fantastic Streaklight 360 Nikon and Canon TTL powerhouse, and the masterful 600ws XPLOR600 monolights. Older Flashpoint flashes can be fired and controlled off camera while being attached to the R2 Radio Remote Receiver FPRRR2RN to grace remote link to earlier models. The R2-N provides a full proprietary GR Group style interface allowing up to 5 Groups to be individually set to either TTL, Manual, or Off and most importantly, TTL and Manual Groups can be conveniently mixed together as needed.The battery powered units provide TTL, HS5. Godox AD200 200Ws 2.4G TTL Flash Strobe 1/8000 HSS Cordless Monolight with 2900mAh Lithimu Battery and Bare Bulb/Speedlite Fresnel Flash Head to Cover 500 Full Power Shots and Recycle In 0.01-2.1 Sec
Feature
200ws Wireless TTL Monolight with 2900mAh Large-capacity lithimu battery pack to cover at least 500 full power shots and recycle in 0.01-2.1 second. Fully supports Canon E-TTL, Nikon I-TTL and Sony TTL etc.AD200 features an integrated 2.4G radio receiver which enables it to be triggered wirelessly with the Godox X1 Flash triggers, with a working range of approx. 100m in an open area. There are 3.5mm sync cord jack and wireless control port to achieve multiple triggering methods.
8 steps of power adjustment(1/1 to 1/128) offer better lights effects. Fully support flash exposure compensation, 1/8000s high speed sync, first-curtain sync, modeling lamp, manual flash, multi flash, C.Fn custom functions, ect.
Interchangeable flash head, enabling you to switch between a Speedlite-Styled Fresnel head(GN52, For a direct-focused beam) and a Bare-Bulb flash styled head (GN60, For an omni -directional beam).
Lightweight and Pocket Size, great portability. High-quality and clear AV Panel offers convenient operation. The AD200 can be mounted via a 1/4" 20 threaded mounting hole on either side of the flash (allowing landscape or portrait orientation when using the speedlite head).
Description
FEATURESInterchangeable flash heads for different lighting styles
Super-Fast Recycle times of between 0.01-2.1s
Super-Fast Flash Duration up to 1/13,000 second
High-Speed Sync up to 1/8000 second
Built-In 2.4GHz ST-III Receiver
Stroboscopic Flash and Rear-Curtain Sync Mode
LED Modelling light (Speedlite Head Only)
8-Stop Power range (1/1 - 1/128) SPECIFICATIONS
Max Power (Ws): 200
Guide Number @ ISO100(Speedlite Head): 52m
Guide Number @ ISO100(Bare Bulb Head): 60m (With AD-S2 Reflector)
Power Range: 8 F-Stops 1/1-1/128 Power
Flash Modes: TTL / Manual / Multi-Flash
Flash Duration (Speedlite Head): 1/220 - 1/13,000 sec
Flash Duration (Bare Bulb Head): 1/220 - 1/11,300 sec
Colour Temperature: 5600K 200K
Recycle Times: 0.01 - 2.1 sec
FEC / FEB: 1/3rd Increments (3 Stops)
Flash Exposure Lock: Yes
Stroboscopic Multi-Flash: Yes (Up to 90 flashes 99Hz)
Sync Modes: High-Speed Sync (Up to 1/8000s), First Curtain Sync, Rear Curtain Sync
Flash Delay Mode: 0.01 - 30s
Mask Function: Yes
Beep: Yes
LED Modelling Lamp: Yes* (Speedlite Head Only)
Optical Slave Modes: S1 and S2
Display: LCD Panel
Built-In 2.4G Receiver: Yes
Transmission Range Approx. 100m
No. Channels: 32 (1-32)
Controllable Groups: 5 (A, B, C, D, E and F)
Power Supply: Lithium battery pack (14.4V/2900mAh)
Full Powered Flashes: Approx. 500 per charge
Dimensions(Without Flash Head): 168mm x 75mm x 50mm
Net. Weight(Without Flash head and Battery): 560g PACKAGE CONTENT
1 * AD200 Flash Body
1 * Speedlite Head
1 * Bare Bulb Head
1 * Bare Bulb Head Flash Tube
1 * Battery
1 * Charger
1 * Power Cable
1 * Carry Case
1 * Pergear Cleaning Cloth
6. Neewer Battery Powered (700 Full Power flashes) Outdoor Studio Flash Strobe Li-ion Battery with 2.4G System(Trigger included),German Engineered,3.96 Pounds,Vision 4 for Location Shooting,Bowens Mount
Feature
Built-in 2.4G Receiver with 8 Channels. Trigger included. USB firmware upgrade helps keep pace with the latest technology. 1-Year Neewer Warranty and lifetime email support
PLEASE NOTE: Vision 4 only supports M, Multi, 2.4G wireless remote; DO NOT support TTL, HSS Mode; Extremely short flash duration: from 1/1000 to 1/10000 seconds. 6 steps of power adjustment( 1/64 to 1/1)
Large capacity lithium battery pack to provide 700 Full Power flashes and fast recycle time( 0.01-2.5 seconds)
With Li-ion Battery, Extremely short flash duration and High GN60, this German Engineered 300W flash meets all Location Shooting demands whether shoot fast-moving objects or shoot in different lighting environments
13W energy-saving LED Modeling lamp. Stable color temperature at 5600200K over the entire power range; Compatible with Canon Nikon Panasonic Olympus Pentax with Standard Hot Shoe and Sony Camera with New Mi Hot Shoe like Sony A7 A7S/A7SII A7II A6000 A6300 A6500
Description
Neewer VISION4 Studio Flash is specially designed for convenient Battery Cordless Location Shooting.
Sturdy and Durable with metal casing, esthetic structure.
Provide More Dynamic Effect with Bowens Adapter, 1/4" Tripod Head adapter and Umbrella Hole.
Can flash more than 700 times at full power with built-in Replaceable Lithium Battery to meet the long-time photography demand.
Adopts Environmental Friendly LED Modeling Lamp with higher luminous efficiency, less power consumption, longer service life compared with the traditional halogen modeling lamp.
Specification:
Guide Number: GN60 (2m, ISO 100)
Power Output (Max.): 300W
Power Output Range: 6 f-stop range (1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/64)
Recycling Time: Approx. 0.4-2.5s
Full Power Flashes: 700 shots
Flash Duration: 1/1000s-1/10000s
Successive Flashes: 3 shots; 5 shots; 7 shots; 10 shots; 12 shots; 15 shots
Color Temperature: 5600+/-200k
2.4G Wireless: 16 Channels (1-16); 4 Groups (A,B,C,D)
Modeling Lamp: LED 13W, 1370 Lumen (Energy Saving)
Flash Tube: "Plug-in" tube (user replaceable)
Flash Light Dimension: 125mm(diameter) x 220mm (length)
Flash Light Weight: 1.8 kilograms
Battery Capacity: 6000mAH, 12V
Charging Voltage: AC 110-130V
Flash Light Protection Function: Overheat protection; Low voltage automatic power cut-off system
Wireless Trigger:
Effective Trigger Distance: Around 15m
Power Supply: CR2 3V Battery (Included)
Package Contents:
1 x Neewer Vision4 Studio Flash
1 x Lithium Battery (Included in the flash)
1 x LED modeling Lamp (Included in the flash)
1 x 110-130V AC Charger
1 x Standard Reflector
1 x Protective Cover
1 x 4-meter 3.5mm Sync Cord
1 x Wireless Trigger(Battery Included)
7. Neewer 400W 2.4G HSS Dual TTL(i-TTL and e-TTL) Outdoor Flash Strobe Light for Canon and Nikon, with 2.4G Wireless Trigger and Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (350 Full Power Flashes) Bowens Mount F1-400
Feature
Dual TTL Flash for Canon Nikon Camera, Built-in 2.4G Wireless Receiver, 400W strong power, 0.1-2.5s recycle time, 350 times full power output, GN60, 8 steps (1/128 to 1/1) power outputHigh quality lighting and great portability, Equipped with a 10w LED modelling lamp and a big capacity lithium battery pack (14.8v/3200mAh); Flash duration1/220-1/10000s
Support TTL/M/Multi/S1/S2 flash mode for Canon, Nikon, With Neewer Q1 Trigger to achieve 2.4G Wireless transmission and Wireless control
Trigger Transmitter plug in Hot Shoe: For Nikon: Set the Trigger as "M-n" mode, the HSS function can only be activated by setting in the menu of Nikon Camera. Please turn to flash menu on the camera and choose "1/250s(auto FP)". Then the LCD screen of the Trigger will display the HSS icon, which means the HSS function can work normally; For Canon: Set the Trigger as the "M-c" mode, HSS function can be activated by long press the HSS button of the Trigger or setting in the camera menu
With TR-06 Bowens Mount adapter, F1-400 can be used in combination with many Bowens Mount accessories. Umbrella hole for inserting your photography umbrella for more dynamic effect
Description
Note: Please regulate the parameter setting of controller Q1 before first use(with reference to Manual),and the set group for same channel for taking control of F1-400 so as to meet shooting requirements of different modes.
Description:
Support Canon E-TTL, Nikon I-TTL wireless system, workable as slave unit in a wireless flash group
High quality lighting with up to 400W, and stable color temperature 5600200k; Equipped with a 10w LED modelling lamp. Strong Guide No.60 and fast recycle time 0.01-2.5s; Adjustable power output for more subtle lighting.
With Neewer Q1 Trigger to achieve 2.4G wireless transmission and wireless control.
Wide-range accessories: softbox, beauty dish, snoots etc.(Not included).
Angle Adjustable head: Angle adjustable and fixed by locking knob.
Tripod hole: for mounting it on tripod or light stand
Specification:
Flash Mode: F1-400
Guide No.:60(m ISO 100)
Input voltage:110-130V
Power: 400W
Power Output; 8 steps:1/128-1/1
Multi Flash: Provided(Up to 40times,199HZ)
Sync Mode: HSS (up to 1/8000s),first-curtain and second-curtain sync
Modeling lamp: 10W
Optical Slave Flash: S1/S2
Recycle Time: Approx. 0.1~2.5s
Color Temperature: 5600200k
Full Power Flashes: 350
Wireless flash: Optic/2.4G transmission
Optical: 4 Channels (1 2 3 4), 3 Groups (A B C)
2.4G:16Channels (1-16), 4Groups (A,B,C,D)
Wireless triggering distance: 2.4G (80m); 12-15m (Indoor);8-10m (Outdoor)
Package Contents:
1*Flash
1*Lithium Battery Pack
1*Battery Charger
1*TR-06 Bowens Mount Adapter
1*Lamp Cover
1*Flash Trigger
1*Case
8. Neewer 4 Channel Wireless Studio Flash Trigger Set for Canon,Nikon,Pentax,Olympus DSLR Series,with Receiver for Neewer Godox CowboyStudio StudioPRO Strobe Monolight and External Speedlite(AC-04)
Feature
This set is designed for photographic studio and on-location work to trigger various flash lightsThe transmitter is attached on the hot shoe of the camera while the receiver is plugged into the studio flash
It has standby indicator and trigger signal indicators
Super strong anti-interference ability, sensitive reaction ability, convenient to operate
Circuit design has the function of standby sleep, low power consumption
Description
Description:
The remote trigger for studio flashes is used as the controller of synchronous trigger studio flashes of cameras.
The transmitter fits into nearly any type of camera, the receiver is compatible with most studio flashes.
Make sure the channel selector of both transmitter and receiver at same position
Specifications:
4 channels with hot shoe connector for external flashes
Transmitter Power: 23A 12V battery
Receiver Power: 100-240V AC power Maximum Working Distance: 30 m (open area, without interference)
Operates on Frequency: 433 MHz
Highest responding time up to 1/320
Triggering life: up to 20,000 times
Package Contents:
1 x 4 Channel Transmitter
1 x Receiver
1 x Convert Adapter
9. ORLIT RoveLight RT 610 TTL Monolight with On Board Power (Bowens Mount)
Feature
ORLIT RT 610 TTL Wireless Monolight - Lithium Battery Module - Battery Charger - Standard Reflector - Flash Tube - Glass Flash Tube Shield - Sync Cable - Travel Case - Instruction Manual - ORLIT 2-Year USA WarrantyPowerful 600Ws 201GN (ISO 100 ft, Standard Reflector)
Superb output in the most compact package
Eliminates the need for cords and AC powered strobes
20W LED Modeling Light (100W Tungsten Equivalent, 3200K) with 3 modeling lamp levels
Description
TTL Flash Extraordinaire. The ORLIT ROVELIGHT RT-610 Canon RT/ETTL radio and Nikon iTTL compatible Monolight. In fact, it is the only 600ws wireless TTL monolight that that breaks the Canon RT barrier and also works on Nikon wireless systems. What more could you want? How about an outstanding Guide Number of 201 (ft at ISO 100), with manual levels from full to 1/256 power with fine 0.1 stop graduations. And stop action 'Freeze Mode' down to 1/19000th of a second and HSS built to rival even the most difficult challenges. More? An App and a Studio Remote How about a 6000mAh Lithium-ion interchangeable battery that packs up to 450 full power pops to give you total 600wsfreedom, anywhere, with a built in power level display. And, to top it all off, the ORLIT TR-611C and TR-612N remotes not only transmit to the Rovelight RT, but manually controls the famous Flashpoint Rovelight 600 monolight. Make an ORLIT RT turn. This compact monolight is not only the answer for all those loyal Canon RT TTL owners longing to have a more extensive and powerful lighting solution, without losing the wireless control in which they have already invested, but at the same time, this powerful package is the perfect companion for Nikon users with the ORLIT TR-611C TTL TRANSCEIVER atop their DSLR's. Plus, using the new ORLIT RT-600C Canon TTL or 600N Nikon TTL Speedlights, extends the remote monolight's possibilities even further, ju10. Flashpoint XPLOR 600 HSS Battery-Powered Monolight with Built-in R2 2.4GHz Radio Remote System and R2 Transmitter For Fuji (Bowens Mount)(AD600)
Feature
Flashpoint XPLOR600 600ws Monolight - Flashpoint R2 Transmitter for Fuji - 600ws Flashtube and Protective Cover - Standard 7" Reflector - Rechargeable Lithium Battery - AC Battery Charger Set - Compartment Case - Flashpoint 2-Year Full USA Warranty600Ws studio quality light without wire
Guide Number 183 (ft) / 61 (m) ISO 100, with standard reflecto
Built-in 2.4G R2 Radio Remote System Compatible wireless system: Fully supports the Canon, Nikon and additional systems in Flashpoint R2 remote system.
Integrated professional 11.1V/8700mAh lithium battery pack