lighting capacity, did you ever try fill out flashes (one or two extra SB-800s) The "Light" setting fouled me up a bit. Dave I tried the SB-400 and it's such a feather weight that I felt that the X2T-n could safely carry it without over stressing the X2T-n. For a bit of fill from the SB-400 and catch lights in eyes I'd build a small diffuser using a food container like a butter tub but I'd find something with a cover that's about 3 inches (75mm) or a little larger. (permalink), Mr. Speedlight: So all I need is the cable basically, since I alreade have two sb800. The D70, d2h and up all have "Creative lLighting" and i-ttl. I'm frustrated. 13 months ago (permalink) 1. Anyway, the SB-28DX has all the settings/performance of the SB-700, 800, and maybe even the 900. That flash serves as a master that controls the remote flashes wirelessly with a series of coded preflashes. Dave 2. Speculation: The X2T-n probably doesn't "choose" or my D850 doesn't recognize the X2T-n as a i-TTL compatible device and so a proper pre-flash isn't fired or read in the X2T-n's TTL mode. (The Wein worked with my point and shoot but not the d100). Dave By using this site, you agree to the use of cookies by Flickr and our partners as described in our cookie policy. slaved) will the sb800 able to controll another sb 800 or i need an Thanks for pointing that out Dave, will go down this path as a test. I don't feel the X1R-n receivers are up to bearing the weight of my Nikon SB-800(s). I haven't even installed batteries. At least once and maybe twice it worked as expected. And also with this configuration (sb800 radio or IR 4. (3) Flashpoint R2 i-TTL 2.4G Wireless Receivers For Nikon Flashes (Godox X1R-n) http://www.terryvillefd.org. Mike M Wong, Maryland Any members here that have had experience with these units, or perhaps suggest other third party options. These are very easy and simple steps to configure a Nikon SB-800 unit as a remote flash unit. I set my D850 to manual exposure at 1/200 and f/5.6 for the SB-800(s) and SB-700. thanks. Did you buy a Godox X1T-N commander with X1R-N receivers? www.godox.com/EN/InstructionManual/Godox_X2TN_20201027.pdf I might keep the X2T-n transmitter and buy a couple of Godox TT600 manual speedlights which have built in receivers. The settings are: 12 sec. My old SB-800 went on vacation. I accidentally set the X2T-n to always off and had to use a flashlight to reset it to 12 sec. 6. Does anyone here know if the Godox TT350n mini and TT685n mix well with an SB-800? Today I Received auto off. DJI has a new gimbal, and it's compatible with some of the revolutionary accessories from the Ronin 4D. Given the uncertainty regarding the future availability of Godox X1R-n receivers I just pulled the trigger on What Does Dragging The Shutter Mean And When Should We Use It? The Remote and the Master units must be set to the same channel or else they will not communicate with each other. (permalink) The latter was correct. Ebay is next. I like the SB-600 but not as much as my SB-28DX, which also can't run as a master and isn't even part of the Nikon CLS line. It was easy to select the groups and set the power output from the X2T-n. The display will then change to the Remote view. Dave I'd like to hear from people that Understanding An Aperture And The Depth Of Field, Understanding Metering And Metering Modes In Photography, What Is An Exposure Compensation - Understanding Bracketing, My Last Trip To NYC, Global Pandemic And YouTube Channel. I read the manual for the X2T-n a few weeks before so I probably had a little understanding of the X2T-n but it is quite logical. Been looking all over the retailers in Australia, no dice. thanks. already owns one of this system, which one to buy and if the sb800 Dave I set the camera's exposure compensation to 0 and the flash exposure compensation to 0. The amount of the output compensation set for Groups A, B and C on the Master Flash will determine the amount of the output from the Remote Speedlights. In this buying guide we've rounded-up several great cameras for shooting landscapes, and recommended the best. One might mount a radio shutter release in the hot shoe. I will do some digging and get my head around the setup and look at the secondhand market for the SB5000. Given the lower flash power of the SB-400 I used f/2.8. An SC-29 is also useful for mounting a Nikon flash to a bracket, even when it's the only flash in your setup. auto off, always off and always on. Today, we are going to discuss about how to setup a SB-800 as a wireless remote unit or also called a slave unit. (permalink), Orthogonality: However the camera and X2T-n are communicating properly when I use the FV Lock. the better result without being affected by light output. 9 months ago In my previous blog posts I discussed about How to configure SB-600 as a Wireless Remote Unit, How to configure SB-800 as a Master Flash Unit and How to configure SB-900 as a Master Flash Unit. I did another test of the X2T-n and X1R-n (Flashpoint branding) in manual flash control mode with an SB-800 in full stops 1/1 power down to 1/128 and then 1/4 down to 1/16 power by 1/3 stops. Press the SEL button to highlight "CH", use "+/" to select the channel. Note that if you have a BCG store account, you'll need a new, separate account here (we keep the two sites separate for security purposes). I am looking for a radio system to remotely control a bunch of SB800 units from my D850. Originally posted 9 months ago. I've just read the complete SB-5000 manual and my head is spinning. If not Godox, what did you buy? Dave I tested manual flash control and found it to be predictable and reliable while using Ni-MM batteries. It took a lot of ringing around and searching online to find the answer to what I thought would be a simple question, even the importer of Godox here was unhelpful. I have been using the godox pro trigger and receivers for my SB 800 for a couple of years now. That could mess one up in the field and shots could be lost. If all I wanted was manual mode I'd be fine but I wanted at the least iTTL standard with the SB-800(s) so I could use a pair of them in a 24" and 32" softbox. I set it all up for manual operations as I do the camera. www.godox.com/EN/Download.html The build quality continues to bother me. Setting the group(s), channel and custom settings was fairly strait foreword. If you're shooting indoors, it works well to mount any cheap flash on your camera, as long as that flash has a tilting head and manual power control. Originally posted 10 months ago. Dennis you then set that flash to low power and point it to the ceiling. I could not test that indoors at night in a dim room. In that case you'd set your remote SB-800 into "remote" TTL mode. (permalink), Mr. Speedlight: Locate the shaded box and use the toggle to highlight the wireless symbol. The SB-400 is easy to carry as replacement for the popup that is missing from the D850, D780, Z6 II and Z7 II among others. While waiting for the Godox X2T-n transmitter here is a video with a good over-view of the device I think they were less than considerate to their loyal customers for not having done so by now. If so how do you like your Godox system. You are using an out of date browser. In this guide we've chosen a selection of cameras that make it easy to shoot compelling lifestyle images, ideal for sharing on social media. EternalWolf Photography edited this topic 14 months ago. Secondly I'd like: iTTL, TTL (standard) and TTL BL (balanced) TTL control for three groups. (The SC-29 has an AF assist light on it; the SC-17 does not. and a little more: The Godox X2T-n is not compatible with Nikon's "Unified Flash" system so the Flash Control menu in my D850 is unaware of the X2T-n and the hot shoe on the X2T-n is less than compatible so my D850 doesn't see my SB-400 installed on the X2T-n hot shoe. The Flashpoint branded ones are still available and I will now commit to a full set for all of my SB800's TTL and HSS would be a nice bonus but my main need is to be able to remotely adjust power levels and even turn groups off remotely. (permalink) I tried an SB-800 and it performed correctly. When I turn it o Really? Sorry mate, will chime in when I finally have them. That's why I try to download manuals. I wonder if anyone is using the X2T-n and X1R-n with an SB-700, 900 or 910 knows if TTL BL (balanced) works. 12 months ago Ideally, Godox would have you using one of their transmitters on camera talking directly to their own speedlights. The SU-4 TTL Slave is a film era device. Oops! I strongly recommend buying the X2T-n over the X1T-n given the videos I've seen describing the X1T-n and having the X2T-n in hand. 3. Did I get confused? Sign up for a free account, or sign in (if you're already a member). Anyway, I'm going way off topic so to bring it back to what Duncan said in as far as the SB-600 as a master flash, no, it can't do that, but I agree that with those who feel Nikon could have upgraded the firmware for the 600 to accept that role. The SB800 on it's own is only equipped with an IR triggering system receiver. 13 months ago 13 months ago I'm getting conflicting information on what these will do with a Nikon D850 and Nikon SB-800(s). Thanks! I tried the Wein digital slave for $79..it would fire the flash. Finally if possible I'd like to control the Flashpoint R2 Mark II (X2T-n) from the integrated in camera Photo shooting menu, Flash Control sub-menu. I spent a few minutes with the X2T-n and X1R-n (Adorama Flashpoint branding). The plastic is probably good quality but thin. I also used a cheap ebay radio trigger/receivers on them all, manually setting them. (permalink) I Just wanted manual control. The controls on the Flashpoint R2 Mark II for Nikon (X2T-n) look pretty good. (permalink), Global chip shortage may have something to do with it. I was bouncing these speedlights off a white ceiling. i need your help - Can you use your 70-200 VR I might pull the trigger on the X1T and X1R next week, only about 80 bucks. The build quality of the X2T-n isn't as much of an issue unless one would be installing a speedlight in its hot shoe for on camera fill. If that works out, will grab extra receivers and Xpro transmitter, don't mind having a backup transmitter in the kit anyway. Most modern cameras will shoot video to one degree or another, but these are the ones wed look at if you plan to shoot some video alongside your photos. I hope you will return to this discussion and tell about your solution for the D850 and remote speedlights. I did not test to see if pass through TTL works. This may be because of the use of Ni-MH batteries as noted in the instructions. 12 months ago These capable cameras should be solid and well-built, have both speed and focus for capturing fast action and offer professional-level image quality. your advise to improve mine. Avoid the Yongnuo they are difficult to set the Godox with its LCD display is far superior ..owned both. I can set normal sync, slow sync, rear curtain sync and off, plus a couple of useless red eye reduction modes from the D850 Flash Control menu. Using Ni-MH batteries I found exposure compensation, -3 to +3 stops, did not function correctly most of the time. I hope to test my SB-800(s) with the X2T-n and X1R-n in manual mode tonight to double check. I'm not sure how the SC-28 differs from the other two.) I don't think the SB-400 has these either. How To Setup Nikon SB-800 As a "Wireless Remote Unit", How to configure SB-600 as a Wireless Remote Unit, How to configure SB-800 as a Master Flash Unit, How to configure SB-900 as a Master Flash Unit, Using Nikon's Built-in Flash In Different Metering Modes. They are too heavy for the X2T-n and it's hot shoe in my opinion. Still can't find a PDF manual. Oddly the old Nikon SB-400 in an "Integrated Flash" though it's options are pretty limited. Ok, I have a D2H and I want to use the sb800 on a stand not having any flsh on the camera what kind of radio or IR slave will work with sb800? Now, during this pandemic, i find myself restricted to the house. A pair of Godox X1R-N TTL receivers might follow for the SB-800(s) so I could trigger the SB-800 and TT68N speedlights with a radio commander. sb 800 on stand off camera. (permalink) I did some searching around the Godox website and think I know what you are using but would like to ask a clarification. -- Use "+/" to choose Group A, B or C. Note: Please be sure to choose the same channel number as set on the Master flash unit or in the Commander mode in your camera. The serial numbers are attached with paper stickers. 14 months ago I used Ni-MH batteries. You can fire the SB 800 with the D100 by setting the Sb-800 to SU4 mode in the settings of the flash. The ISO has to be bumped to 400. In this buying guide weve rounded up all the current interchangeable lens cameras costing around $2000 and recommended the best. Greetings! Originally posted 10 months ago. If you just want to trigger the SB-800, any IR trigger or cheap flash will work. Interestingly today was the closure of a three month saga with one of the few remaining camera stores down here. Originally posted at 9:39PM, 27 May 2021 PDT I wanted to be double sure. Optical triggering is less reliable outdoors, or in an environment where other photographers are using flash. 5. But if the flash didn't have a repeating flash option (regardless of the manufacturer), it was very likely unable to do many other things that one may typically expect from a flash they buy. I'm not surprised that the X2T-n can't be controlled from the Photo Shooting Menu> Flash Control> sub-menu but I did expect the hot shoe would pass though TTL BL control (iTTL balanced flash) and/or manual control of the SB-400. If the Integrated Control doesn't work that's not a deal breaker. I opened the boxes of the X2T-n and X1R-n but haven't had time to try them out. After extensive searching I found that I didn't need the trigger, it is built into the Sb800. The SB-800(s) fire in TTL mode but it seems to be at minimum power so there is great under exposure, black frame. It would help to have those manuals. I haven't found user manuals for the X1T-N and X1R-N at Godox. The SB-800 and I believe the SB-600 are unique in that they support Film TTL as per Nikon FE2 and FA, d-TTL like the Nikon D1 and D100 and they support the D800, D850 and I believe the Z6 II and Z7 II in i-TTL balanced and standard modes. What's the best camera for shooting landscapes? (permalink). Thanks for the feedback Dave! (1) Flashpoint R2 Mark II iTTL 2.4 GHz TTL Wireless Flash Trigger for Nikon (Godox X2T-n) Mr. Speedlight edited this topic 13 months ago. Now as to flash in the hot shoe of the X2T-n. Went to go use my SB800 today and it's stuck in this mode. The SB-400 offers no Master or Commander mode. Ordered one X2t and a pair of X1r's today (tuesday). Although a lot of people only upload images to Instagram from their smartphones, the app is much more than just a mobile photography platform. (permalink), thank you The D100's in camera flash will fire the Sb800 remotely. Here are some manuals found at the bottom of this page In this setup, the camera and ALL the flashes need to support iTTL. Mr. Speedlight: After I bought the SB-600, I never bought another flash that couldn't be set to shoot repeating flash sequences. Better watch to find out. Thanks for the correction. Thank you for that information. If you click it, you'll go home, Group Rules for Posting Images to the Group Pool. Any ideas to bring it back? (permalink). The master flash sends out a special series of preflashes that tell the remote flash or flashes what to do. It will be easy to loose them particularly the receiver battery covers. Press the SEL button for one second and the top single arrow will be changed to up and down arrows. It looks good. Mr. Speedlight: Nikon has announced the Z30, an entry-level Z-mount camera aimed at vloggers and other content creators. (permalink), Yikes thats too bad I note that I called Adorama and one person told me the set was fully compatible with my SB-800(s) and one told me for manual flash power but not TTL. I own physical Nikon SU-4 slaves so the SB-400 could be used with one of those in SU-4 Auto or Manual Mode. I have the SB 800 and a Nikon D100. They held my money and the goods never came, long story but needless to say I will make all of my purchases from the big boys in New York from now on, Australian camera stores do not deserve my money. Upright should be OK or maybe not. Dave Is this the gimbal to get? Whats the best camera for around $2000? Dave Secrets To The Nikon AF System (Mirrorless), Secrets To Exposure And Metering For Nikon, BCG Lightroom Course 1: The Library Module. Was really hoping to give you the skinny on them this weekend. A mounting arrangement for holding a speedlight flat for umbrellas is a requirement for me. If you're looking for the perfect drone for yourself, or to gift someone special, we've gone through all of the options and selected our favorites. I'm disappointed that the build quality of the Godox X2T-n and X1R-n units aren't to the same quality standard as my Phottix Strato II transmitters and receivers. 12 months ago I also look at photos and often all sides aren't shown. I haven't bought them yet, but will soon. Nikon D850, SB-500 Group Flash Options How to trigger a Nikon SB-800 from a D850? What are our initial impressions? As expected none of the other settings such as AA worked. Originally posted 10 months ago. Originally posted 13 months ago. www.godox.com/EN/InstructionManual/Godox_X1N_20171010.pdf It depends on what your goals are. thanks, now i have a better idea of what to do. If you do that in a dark venue you had better have a flashlight. I can also set exposure compensation in 1/3 stops from -3 to +1. The X2T-n and X1R-n seem rather light duty to me. Introduction To Different Exposure Modes - Which Exposure Mode Should You Use? This allows for the flash to be triggered by the camera with full programming functions. The SB-400 is so small it will fit a pants or coat pocket or a purse. An admin rejected your photo for Nikon CLS (Creative Lighting System). I don't know if TTL BL actually works as balanced fill. Dave I'm considering a Godox TT350N Mini speedlight as an optical master for use with a Nikon D850 and a couple of SB-800(s). But is it enough to outclass the competition? I used 2x SB800s and an SB900 with Nikon CLS indoors and close range outdoors with good results. Three things I notice: the body, the shell of both seems quite thin. 9 months ago www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_m5RR2mJQI any flsh on the camera what kind of radio or IR slave will work You must log in or register to reply here. some indoor subjects (sport,or any moving subjects), and tell me within Good luck. Understanding Flash Sync Modes - Which Sync Mode Should You Use? I thought Ken Rockwell was nuts pushing the SB-400 but it's tiny and pocketable. The SB-700 and SB-400 both performed as expected. What Are The Prerequisites To Capture Long Exposure Shots? I'm going to try to do another test of the X2T-n and X1R-n pair (Adorama Flashpoint branding) in manual mode with my SB-800(s) to double check that setting manual flash power is reliable. I will be returning the X1R-n receivers as I am not confident in their ability to stand up to holding my SB-800(s) in umbrella brackets. Best Travel Lens For Nikon DX Format DSLRs, Cherry Blossom Festival 2019, Washington DC, Few Tips And Tricks For Panning Photography. Scroll down and select the REMOTE by highlighting it and pressing the SEL button for two seconds. You'll have to set the power on the SB-800 manually. Ye be warned! http://www.nyfirephotos.com Originally posted 9 months ago. This includes the SB-600, which as I said, I do like, but really only as a slave to the SB-800, (which I also have). Just set the SB-800 to SU-4 mode, and adjust it's power manually. what distance (between your camera and moving subjects) you can get (permalink), Mr. Speedlight: I use Ni-MH batteries in my Phottix Strato II transmitters and receivers and note a reduction of operating range but haven't found that to present a problem in most situations. I had to remember to push the "set" button before shooting. I'm holding off as I want to make a large purchase but after if I'm able I'm planing on a Godox X2T-N and two X1R-N receivers. wireless or i need more receivers to controll those. Switched to Godox trigger and receivers ad got good results with remote changing of the settings. "Duncan C" is right except for the part about using an SB-600 as a master flash. (permalink) I found the X2T-n logical enough that I didn't need to refer to the manual except that I once I turned the illumination off on the X2T-n. The Nikon Z30 is the company's latest 'creator' focused mirrorless camera, a 21MP APS-C model made to be more vlogging friendly than ever. Help needed SB 500 flash not working with D7200 in A mode, www.lightingrumours.com/godox-x1t-review-8229. I visited your website. Been trying to wade through the YongNuo options available and thinking perhaps YN-622N-TX on camera and YN622N II attached to each SB800. A S2 Round Flash S-type Bowens Mount Bracket which holds the flash lying flat and straight pointing into a softbox would take the stress off the X1R-n's hot shoe and body. I'm not impressed so far. Mr. Speedlight edited this topic 9 months ago. Glad to know they are as robust as you suggest. The battery covers are not secure. My plan was to eventually get the Xpro as the fully featured transmitter but will start with the X2 to test functionality. If I don't use the X2T-n's hot shoe the built quality won't be as much of a problem as there won't be much stress on the transmitter used that way. The battery doors slip off very easily and will probably be easy to loose. If Energizer lithium (L-92?) I use 2 sb800 and one SB 900 for most of my work and this combo of trigger and receiver has worked flawlessly. (permalink) I find this setup is not fully compatible with the SB-800 in TTL mode. Originally posted 13 months ago. I may in the future buy an X2T-n and a pair of TT600(s) which are manual only speedlights. I doubt that TTL BL will work but I'll have to test to know. Mr. Speedlight edited this topic 10 months ago. This is not welcome as I don't like using alkaline batteries in such devices because they always leak when dead. All are Flickr logo. (permalink), DrKillJoy: It may not display this or other websites correctly. I emphasize that the construction of the X2T-n is light duty and I DO NOT recommend shooting with an SB-700, SB-800 on to the SB-910. (3) Flashpoint R2 i-TTL 2.4G Wireless Receiver(s) For Nikon Flashes (Godox X1R-n) The SB-800(s) using the X2T-n and X1R-n in manual mode work as expected. I cut a 1.75 x 6 inch strip. So what are the options? Mr. Speedlight edited this topic 12 months ago. If you want TTL metering, you need one SB-800 with a full hotshoe connection to your D2H. Weve chosen cameras that can take great photos and make it easy to get great looking video, rather than being the ones youd choose as a committed videographer. However, the SB-28DX is far ahead of and more powerful than the 600, (I think the 28DX's guide number may even be close to the SB-900's). Why? If, just if, you I will say that I can't seen to remember the setting I must select in the SB-800 in order to trigger it off camera whenever I have the need for that. The Autel EVO Nano+ drone weighs less than 250g, includes advanced features, and gets extra points for privacy. (permalink) My previous experience with Chinese radio sync sets is with Phottix Strato II sets which have a very robust feel and high quality switches and buttons. Thank you in advance. (permalink), Thank you Understanding Nikon's Flash Metering Mode, How To Setup Automatic Exposure Bracketing (AEB). You could then mount your SB-800 on a stand and use it as a master and other iTTL flashes (SB-800s, SB-600s, or iTTL compatible third party flashes) as wireless slaves. So I'm frustrated that the X2T-n and X1R-n aren't compatible with my SB-800(s) in TTL mode. I need to buy a radio or IR transmitter/receiver system to use my You should be able to trigger any number of flashes this way, assuming each remote flash is able to detect the flash of light from the others. I may not open the box immediately. Mr. Speedlight edited this topic 10 months ago. Because time for a return to Adorama is running out I setup a return. I don't like the idea of having a heavy speedlight in the hot shoe of either. That message is nearly two years old and the user hasn't posted a message for over a year. So I suppose that's why I haven't committed the steps necessary to get the 800 to trigger using it's own remote system. Then using the controls on the X2T-n I set TTL and 0 compensation followed by +3 stops and then -3 stops. Have taken onboard the construction quality. A piece of 20-24 lb. High resolution, weather-sealed bodies and wide dynamic range are all important. Have used the pure manual FR602 triggers for about a decade and they have been the most bullet proof bit of photographic gear that I own. It will work as long as there is a 2.4g wireless receiver attached to the flash. Source: A Hands-on Guide to Creative Lighting by Nikon School. Will put them through their paces and let you know what I find. How does Laowa's latest full-frame lens perform? 13 months ago (permalink). I have no faith in their ability to hold the SB-800(s) when held horizontally, one on left and one on right of an umbrella or soft box bracket. Fold it to 1.75 x 3 inch and tuck it behind the SB-400's flash head. 13 months ago 14 months ago (permalink) I'll do more testing soon if I have time. 12 months ago If you run everything with manual power control, just about any radio, IR, or visible light triggering setup will work.
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