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(based on 11 ratings)
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Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.7 stars
(based on 11 reviews)
73% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Consistent output(6), Easy to use(4), Fast recycling(7), Good power output(3), Lightweight(6)
Best Uses:
Fill flash(5), General purpose(6), Portraits(5)
Describe Yourself:
Enthusiast(5)
 
Don't judge a book by its cover
By Klaas WoortVerified Purchaser from Haarlem The Netherlands on 1/26/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

works good with Olympus E-420

 
2 stop loss
By maher from Cincinnati, OH on 1/12/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Versatile
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

Flash works great, but the auto sensor is two stops off. Meaning I must open up two stops or raise camera ISO two stops in order to get correct exposures. I won't bother returning it--it's still usable. Otherwise a decent flash

 
Doesn't work with Cactus triggers
By ChrisVerified Reviewer from Nederland, CO on 7/27/2009
Pros:
Easy To Use
Best Uses:
Fill Flash
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

If I could afford pocket wizards, I wouldn't be buying this flash. It works fine on camera, but will not work with cactus triggers. I've tried four different receivers, on the hot shoe and via PC cord, to no avail. Very disappointed.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great Flash
By Homestudio.bizVerified Reviewer from NYC on 3/12/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Powerful Output, Versatile
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

This is a great flash. Unlike other users I have no problem with its metering and you absolutely CAN control its output in manual mode by moving the lever in the back. I use it on and off camera.

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
285hv vs. "Twinblitz"
By ScottVerified Reviewer from Colorado Springs, CO on 2/8/2009
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight
Cons:
Weak Output
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

Not a bad flash, but if you've got the extra money go with the Vivitar 285hv. I own both a can compare side by side. After using the "Twinblitz" it elevated my opinion of the 285hv as the best non-dedicated flash even higher. The "Twinblitz" does not meter light consitently in my opinion vs. the 285hv, also does not have 1/2, 1/4 and 1/16 manual modes like the Vivitar. The 285hv will auto meter extremely consistently all the way to a shutter speed of 1/1000 on my s100fs. The "Twinblitz" struggles with consitent light metering in auto mode and has only "full output" option for manual. If you've never tried a 285hv, the "Twinblitz" will probably impress, and it is certainly value minded pricing. The build is a bit "cheap" compared with the Vivitar also, all text is actually cardboard glued to the flash body. My opinion for what it's worth; the "Twinblitz" is not a replacement for the 285hv as one reviewer mentioned; it's a good value, but I'll buy a couple more 285hv's before they go out of production again!

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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Don't let the price fool you
By Mr BachVerified Purchaser from Delaware, Ohio on 12/29/2008
Pros:
Durable, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Quiet
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

Despite the low price, this flash performs well for my Fuji S100fs and S9100.

In a nearly pitch-black auditorium, the output was so significant, it looked like the house lights were on.

If your camera has a single contact point on the hot shoe, this flash is what you need.

The instruction manual isn't clear on settings, which is why I only gave it four stars, but if you know anything about flashes, using this one shouldn't prove too difficult.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
New Strobists Dream Flash!
By - The Prince of CheapVerified Reviewer from Los Angeles CA on 12/10/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Lightweight, Versatile
Cons:
Average Output
Best Uses:
Back-Up, Fill Flash, General Use, Multi Light Setup, Portraits, Strobist Applications, Wedding/Event Photography
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

Dot Line and Adorama need to seriously put this flash out there because it will give out F11 at ISO 100 at 6ft away 1/125th! A great output for a flash this small. This flash puts out just enough light to use as a Vivitar 285 / Sunpak 383 replacement. This little flash is versatile and offers lots of features for its price! I just wish it was a bit more powerful by one more f-stop. The only thing you could ask for more of is more output. Other than that, Strobist everywhere are going to have a field day when they hear about it!- David Griffin a.k.a. The Prince of Cheap of [...]

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great flash for the Fuji S100fs
By Mr BachVerified Reviewer from Central Ohio on 11/28/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Less is more, Powerful Output, Quiet
Best Uses:
General Use, Night Photography, Portraits, Wedding/Event Photography
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

I was a bit skeptical at first, considering the low price, but once the flash was put through a series of tests, it exceeded my expectations.

The sample photo was shot in a nearly pitch-black church, f5.3 @ 1/180, ISO 400, pattern metering,
about 60' away, focal length of 400mm, and manual focus.

Without a flash, the exit lights would have required a long exposure, but with this flashgun, the emergency lights, door, and a section of paneling was illuminated enough to know what they are.

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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Excellent value for the price
By Dr. JeffVerified Reviewer from Fair Lawn, NJ on 7/3/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Lightweight
Cons:
None that I can find
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

I was somewhat skeptical about buying the flash until it arrived, and then I was more than pleasantly surprised by the workmanship and features of this unit. Recycling time is very fast, the unit is much quieter than my Metz and for a solid backup flash, you can't beat this one

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Best purchase for the money
By Mauro SassakiVerified Reviewer from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 5/12/2007
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Fill Flash
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

I thought about getting a stronger flash unit (GN 120), but found this one and decided to give it a try. I'm using with a Fujifilm S9500 and the results are amazing. Plus you can select main flash only or both.
Bottom line: main flash for ambient + fill flash for subject is the easiest way for professional-looking pics.

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
I expected more
By JoeVerified Purchaser from South Mississippi on 2/12/2007
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Pros:
Fast Recycling, Lightweight
Cons:
Doesn't meter well, Weak output
Best Uses:
Fill Flash
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama Adorlite Twinblitz, Automatic Bounce & Zoom Flash with Twin Flashes for Fill Light, GN 92 @ ISO 100:

It doesn't work well to meter the output so you can set the camera and expect good lighting for the photos.

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