Flash trigger for Mamiya 645AFd?

[crumpet8]

Hi,

Does anybody know what sort of (yongnuo level cheap) flash trigger works with this camera? I tried to shoot some interior photos today, threw my Yongnuo RF602N on there and the flash went nuts, firing continuously/randomly.

Thanks in advance,

Daniel

 

[TheFlyingCamera]

That could be the problem- cheap wireless flash triggers are not known for their precision/reliability. I have a pair of Neewer triggers that work just fine with my RB-67, but they're getting their triggering from the PC-3.5mm mini-phono cable, not from a hot shoe, so I don't know if you would experience the same problem. The real solution is of course to go with PocketWizards but even first generation PWs go for silly money.

 

[crumpet8]

I thought it may have something to do with the configuration of trigger contacts? Maybe something shorting out due to pins not matching up?

 

[Kirks518]

That could be the problem- cheap wireless flash triggers are not known for their precision/reliability. I have a pair of Neewer triggers that work just fine with my RB-67, but they're getting their triggering from the PC-3.5mm mini-phono cable, not from a hot shoe, so I don't know if you would experience the same problem. The real solution is of course to go with PocketWizards but even first generation PWs go for silly money.

Not for nothing, but there is no difference in the level of quality between YongNuo and Neewer. I have accessories by both, and they are the same - mediocre at best, but I find the YN's to be a bit more reliable.

 

[Kirks518]

I thought it may have something to do with the configuration of trigger contacts? Maybe something shorting out due to pins not matching up?

The pin/contacts are for the TTL capabilities of the camera. He's using the Nikon configuration, so it (TTL) wouldn't work on let's say a Canon. But, it's only the center pin/contact that fires the flash, so as long as he's using manual settings, he should be fine. ie, you can use a Nikon flash (or any Nikon-designated flash configuration) on a different brand (except Minolta/Konica/Sony, as their mount is proprietary) as long as you aren't expecting to use the TTL function. I'm sure there are some brands that this won't apply to, but in general, it would work.


As for the OP's issue, I would turn off the camera and the trigger, then mount the trigger, and turn stuff on. I know when I mount a trigger to my DSLR when the power is on to the camera and trigger, it causes the trigger to fire.

If it still fires continuously/randomly, it could be an issue with the hot shoe or trigger itself.

You may want to give one of these a try, I haven't had any problems with them and my YN's. They come in handy too.

 

[mweintraub]

Yeah, the 602 needs to be modified to work. The 603 II (2nd version) doesn't need any modifications.

I use a CTR-301p or (more recently) the Flashpoint R1 Flashpoint Commander that came with the Streaklight 360 and it works great!

 

[crumpet8]

As for the OP's issue, I would turn off the camera and the trigger, then mount the trigger, and turn stuff on. I know when I mount a trigger to my DSLR when the power is on to the camera and trigger, it causes the trigger to fire.

If it still fires continuously/randomly, it could be an issue with the hot shoe or trigger itself.

Yep, i turned the camera on and off and everything else. It did fire when sliding the shoe on as you said but continued. Another sync to shoe cable would be worth testing, thanks for the idea. Need one for my Hasselblad anyways

 

[mweintraub]

The 602 requires a TTL connection on both ends to trigger anything. I highly suspect it working.

 

[crumpet8]

Haha, maybe I had the sending unit on the wrong way or my mamiya batteries were acting up but trying it out again now it worked fine! Does this mean I'm getting old?