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Using a flash off-camera I have a Nikon Coolpix 8700 and I just recently realized that I can use my super-old Canon flash with it. (I'm really new to flash photography!) It works very nicely when mounted in the hot-shoe, but I am wondering what to buy to be able to use it with the flash bracket I have, or just off-camera in general. Do I need to look for a sync cord specific to Nikon, or are all hot-shoe cords the same? What are my wireless options?
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Mark Feldstein |
Unfortunately Jen, all PC cords aren't created equal nor are the hot shoes that some plug into. Some use a pin connection of one kind or another, others used a hollow PC connector into the hot shoe and a different plug that goes into the flash. There are a couple of things you can do to find out which one is the right cord for your camera hot shoe to flash configuration. First make a note of the hot shoe part number and the manufacturer. Then go to this website: You should find exactly the cord you need in the length you want. Paramount cords are a tad pricey, but I'll tell ya, they're the most reliable PC cords I've ever relied on. I've never had one go kaputsky on me (but in case, I always keep a spare or two in my bag). You can order directly from Paramount in Brooklyn or from B&H by Paramount part number. Industrial strength. Plen-t strong. If you can't find what you're looking for, call them. They're friendly and always seem glad to help out. BTW, now that you're getting into the realm of off-camera flash photography, you ought to consider a flash meter. ;>)
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"Paramount cords are a tad pricey, but I'll tell ya, they're the most reliable PC cords I've ever relied on." True that.
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