I have Vivitar 2800, and wanted to play with it. Is it compatible with this product? http://www.amazon.com/Vivitar-2800-Au...
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I'm not certain, but it should be. Works great on a Neewer brand cheapo manual flash.
694088
Honestly I doubt you can. They are pretty specific as to what they can be used on. I've tried them on several different flash units and from what I can tell, they only work on the units specified.
1464100
Check the pin pattern on your hot shoe. Look up the DF383 and check the pin pattern in the advertised picture and make sure it is the corresponding layout. Sometimes the same picture is used for all options, Canon, Nikon, Sony etc. You can double check by going to the Vivitar website an check for Canon option part number to make sure you will order the correct flash. Whatever brand name flash you order, it will work as long as the mount matches and Canon is mentioned. Flash units can have vastly different capabilities, the Vivitar works great for me.
824109
It will work fine under regular circumstances, to the best of my knowledge. Unless you work with studio strobes, like me. Then there are problems. So it's just gathering dust on my shelf...
326574
yes ma'am it is compatible, and no it is not a JVC manufactured product, and if I'm reading this purchase item correctly it has a warranty of 6000 hours and/or 1 year. I personally have purchased this item from Amazon twice from 2 different companies. The first was not so good, but I had no problems with sending it back for a good replacement. The second from Bulb World is presently in my TV now and is working perfectly. I hope that helped answer your questions?
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NO don't do it you'll fry your camera. They wont even work with my pocket wizards, because pocket wizard only handle up to 200 volts. Vivitar 283's are workhorse's but they need so many accessories to work. The have up to 400 volts. You'll need to get a safe sync to reduce the trigger voltage down to under 6 volts for canon and i think 12-24 for others. 6volts to be on the safe side.
1206018
Sorry. Not sure about the Vivitar. My sync cords don't quite fit either. But I stretched the prongs out a bit and it sort of holds. Not sure if that helps.
2017839
It is supposed to work but depends of the lens. It works with my lens which is not a Vivitar. You can try to go on viewbug.com to find more answers to your question.Good luck! Keep me posted about your findings.
2221209
My experience is like Deloye's. I used it with a Canon T1i and a 30-year-old Vivitar 283 flash. The camera and flash don't talk to each other except for the "fire-the-flash" signal, so it's up to you to choose the appropriate settings on the camera and flash separately.
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Not sure if it will fit. I use it on a Nikon D5000, but it cracked about 2 months after purchase (I assume from heat). I taped it back together and it works fine if needed. I also have a Canon Rebel T1i and use a mid-level Canon speedlight on it and it is perfect. I never tried the vivitar on it, but I don't think its compatible. I highly recommend buying the right equipment for your Canon instead of using this cheap stuff that falls apart. Speed lights are $99-$300 and they are ideal for professional work. You can find info on Canons speed lights on the Canon website. Good luck!
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i dont know what that flash size is but mine fits on a vivitar 285 flash which is fairly large. this works wonderfully if you point the flash up to a white celiing and bounch flash with the soft box on. I love it
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Thank you for your interest in our package deal! With this particular bundle, there's an t-mount adapter ring that will attach to the end of the Vivitar lens which will allow it to connect to your D3000. This kind of lens only works in manual mode and manual focus only. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact our sales department at 800-991-3350 EST. We thank you for your time and consideration!
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It is compatible. The only concern is that you have to focus manually, which is extremely difficult f1.4 especially in situations like low light where you don't get confirmation that you are in precise focus.
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The camera and the light do not actually interface. Compatibility is really not an issue. you set the light up as an addition to existing light or even as the sole light source and as far as the camera goes you shoot jut like you normally do with existing light.
375202
It is not really a matter of 'older flash units' so much as what voltage the flash unit puts out to the camera. You need to check out one of the forums for your Panasonic camera and ask them what voltage the camera uses. Some flash units are not compatible with some cameras, so you really need to make sure they are compatible FIRST. I had the same problem with my Fujifilm HS10 but fount the Vivitar was indeed a good fit for it. It is probably best to go on the Panasonic (Lumix) website and ask them which flash units they recommend for your camera. One thing to keep in mind, the vivitar is a manual unit that cannot be controlled by my Fuji's hot shoe other than as a trigger. I have to set the vivitar up myself, but it works beautifully.
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Yes, it is compatible. I have that same camera and I use the flash all the time. It gives off a good bit of light, but not good enough for a night field game, say like, lacrosse or soccer. Still too dim. But for indoor parties and summer night fun, works well.
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It should work. However not sure they sell the Vivitar anymore. I think another company bought it and it is marketed under another name. I am using Vello which works well with the D800.