What is the advantage to using the MiniTT1 transmitter on my camera body vs the PocketWizard FlexTT5 ?
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For me the advantage is that MiniTT1 is smaller the FlexTT5 and therefore less intrusive. Even when I have attached my EX580 II to the hot shoe of the MiniTT1 I have not had any problems.
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Size is the only reason. The TT5 is a transmitter/receiver. The mini is only a transmitter. You cannot trip the shutter with the mini.
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The only true advantage I could see would be its small size as compared to the FlexTT5 which is larger. If you don't mind the larger size of the FlexTT5 on top of your camera, I would strongly recommend you go with the FlexTT5 on your camera for its readily available battery (AA) unlike the watch style battery in the Mini. Plus, it's also good for redundancy: if one ever fails just switch it with another - no learning curve. Hope this helps and let me know if you have any other questions.
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The MiniTT1 is smaller, transmitter only, and uses a lithium button-cell battery that lasts for a long time. The FlexTT5 is larger, can be used as a transmitter and receiver, uses two AA batteries that may not last as long.The only two advantages to using a FlexTT5 on the camera is that it uses AA batteries, and with the antenna extended has much better range.
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As a point and shoot option both are gong to be excellent performers. If you use a phone with NFC Sony allows for transfer of images and some limited camera control. Sony smaller foot print
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Im sorry I have a 60d but I beleive the functionality is the same. The cable works fine I have 2 pocket wizard 2 and a flex 5 I use on of the pw2 to remote trigger the other with the cable to auto focus and shot it also helps when test the flash and syncing
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The long thin one with the antennae is the transmitter which signal the short square one that sits on the camera shoe information to the camera: ie: make an exposure or take a time release image. However the one that I had and returned was not working. I hope you have better luck.
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I am using the YN560-II speedlite in slave mode. If you send your email address I will send a picture of my speedlite mounted with the DMKFoto softbox.
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As far as I can tell... Sony didn't change any of the hardwiring and very little of the main architecture! All of my Minolta gear (with the exception of a few model specific pieces) fit and operates no differently on my Sonys (A900 & A77). In-fact, my strobes actually work better on the Sonys! I've only used the Pixel Kings once on my A900, in manual and slave mode.... no problems there. I DID NOT try it in TTL mode, mainly because I purchased the PK with the updated firmware specifically for the new A77..... back when they first came out! I have several different dedicated flash strobes for my Minolta/Sonys and they all work well with the PK (Sunpak, Metz, Minolta & the Sony F58AM) As far as I can tell... Sony didn't change any of the hardwiring and very little of the main architecture! All of my Minolta gear (with the exception of a few model specific pieces) fit and operates no differently on my Sonys (A900 & A77). In-fact, my strobes actually work better on the Sonys! I've only used the Pixel Kings once on my A900, in manual and slave mode.... no problems there. I DID NOT try it in TTL mode, mainly because I purchased the PK with the updated firmware specifically for the new A77..... back when they first came out! I have several different dedicated flash strobes... » Read More As far as I can tell... Sony didn't change any of the hardwiring and very little of the main architecture! All of my Minolta gear (with the exception of a few model specific pieces) fit and operates no differently on my Sonys (A900 & A77). In-fact, my strobes actually work better on the Sonys! I've only used the Pixel Kings once on my A900, in manual and slave mode.... no problems there. I DID NOT try it in TTL mode, mainly because I purchased the PK with the updated firmware specifically for the new A77..... back when they first came out! I have several different dedicated flash strobes for my Minolta/Sonys and they all work well with the PK (Sunpak, Metz, Minolta & the Sony F58AM) « Show Less
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Pocket Wizard. I actually use this on slave and trigger my main alien bees from the pocket wizard, in the studio, but also use the pocket wizard with this strobe if I am using it on location without the alien bees. If you are on a budget, you can also try this: http://www.amazon.com/Aputure-Trigmaster-Transmitter-Receivers-Trigger/dp/B004FLE5W4/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&qid=1407153776&sr=8-14&keywords=flash+triggers
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The remote shutter release will accomplish the same as if you were using the Cameras shutter release button. Im very happy with this product,way better than the wireless.
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Yes it works with most, no its not recommended to do by Pocket Wizard. Besides, who wants loooong wires from one flash head to the other anyways? Or better yet, who places 2 flashes so close that they are within 1-2 feet of each other? Not the best of lighting setups.
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It will work with the flextt5. However remeber the PlusX is just a trigger and does not use TTL metering like the mini tt1 and flextt 5 can. It is just a light switch so to speak. You use your flash units in their manual mode and all the camera does is provide a command to flash the flashes. You would normally use your camera in the manual mode with a speed setting less than or equal to the sync speed of the camera and aperure set to provide the proper exposure.
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I use Pocket Wizards. The devices that came with this kit are really cheap and not worth working with. (My opinion)
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It's as simple as holding the transmitter in your hand and plugging in the receiver to the camera (while it's on a tripod). I'm not sure if you can even just put it on the hot shoe but you can search that on the internet for video tips.
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Pocket Wizard.I actually use this on slave and trigger my main alien bees from the pocket wizard, in the studio, but also use the pocket wizard with this strobe if I am using it on location without the alien bees. If you are on a budget, you can also try this:Aputure 2.4Ghz Trigmaster Kit (One Transmitter + 2 Receivers) Radio Remote Flash Trigger and Shutter Cable Release, for Nikon DSLR D200, D300s, D300, D700, D800, D800s, D1, D2, D3x, D3s, D4, and SB-600, 700, 800, 900, 910
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As far as I know you can use the mini TT1 and a flex TT5 in "standard mode" to trigger anything that will accept the pocket wizard triggering cable or hot shoe cable. You have to use both together the cable is routed from the TT5 to whatever you are trying to trigger. Don't know if the elinchrom D-Lite 4 will accept a hotshoe cable if so it should work. I use Bowens lights with built pocket wizard compatible receivers.
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Set everything up (flash connected to NPT-04 receiver, everything turned on), and then hit the test button that's on top of the transmitter. Does the flash fire? If it does, then the transmitter is talking to the receiver, and the receiver is talking to the flash. So the problem is the camera isn't talking to the transmitter. You didn't say what camera you're using. On my Sony cameras, "wireless" is for using the pop-up flash to control and fire other flashes. You can do wireless TTL, and use the pop-up flash to be the "commander". That's what "wireless" flash mode is. Obviously that's not what you're doing. So change it to rear or fill flash mode, and see if that works.
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The EOS T5i appears to have the standard Canon hot shoe. This means you could use the PocketWizard PlusX or Plus III triggers. The TT5/TT1 series for Canon should work as manual triggers, but it's not yet clear if it will work as TTL (which is sort of the point for those units) until PocketWizard has time to test and update their compatibility matrix. Some Canon cameras have restrictions on functions with the TT5/TT1. Best chance for a solid answer on that would be to contact PocketWizard directly, I have found them to be very responsive both by phone and by email.
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I find this device is better than Flexsmart. I used Flexmart but the quality of the MPOW is much better. I use it at volume 18 and the person on the other end can hear me good and i can here them good as well. I recomend the MPOW.