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(based on 26 ratings)
Brand: Adorama
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Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.3 stars
(based on 26 reviews)
96% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Consistent output(17), Durable(13), Easy to use(16), Fast recycling(17), Good power output(9)
Best Uses:
Fill flash(15), General purpose(16), Portraits(17)
Describe Yourself:
Casual photographer(3), Enthusiast(5), Photo enthusiast(4), Professional(3), Semi-professional(7)
 
Slave flash
By zadocrackersVerified Purchaser from Columbus, OH on 3/19/2011
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Versatile
Best Uses:
Fill Flash
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

I take pictures of small items for selling [...]Tjis slave works fine for fill in flash.

[0 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
[...]
By TripperVerified Reviewer from U.S.A. on 1/6/2011
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

I'm a very experienced amateur photographer. I bought one of these, but it was dead on arrival. [...]For me, this was a "you get what you pay for" experience. Definitely a waste of my time and $$.

 
Great
By MBVerified Purchaser from IL on 5/17/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Powerful Output
Cons:
None considering thecost
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

You can't change the output however you should be able add some sort of translucent material in front of it to defuse the light.

 
Excellent VAlue
By PeteVerified Purchaser from Lynchburg, VA on 4/13/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Versatile
Best Uses:
Background coloration, Fill Flash, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

I ordered the AC socket (LTSKE) the Background Lite Stand (LTSB) and the Filter Set (LTACF) with the AC Slave (LTACS) and am very pleased with the set-up. I use the light for fill lighting or add filters to change background colors.

 
Big Flsah for Very littlt Cash.
By Mr. BVerified Purchaser from Alhambra, Ca (Just East of Losangeles) on 4/11/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Versatile, Worth More then You Think
Cons:
None of the Above
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

This is one of my better additions to my bag of photography tools.
The Flash unit adds to more options and lighting effects and creativity during shoots.
Its small size allows placement in verious location that only add to to creative photography.
It ma already be, but if there were a battery powered connection/power source, it would only increase its worth and allow unemcumbered (no wires)effects and lighting.

 
Great Flash
By jaym5Verified Purchaser from MS on 3/21/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

This is a Great Slave flash for the money.

 
good slave flash
By Thao-VirginiaVerified Purchaser from Falls Church, Virginia on 3/21/2010
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Powerful Output
Cons:
Not Interchangeable
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

I use for backlight. Very good. powerful slave
flash. Good price too.

 
I know this product i'ts good
By jaimeVerified Purchaser from El Paso ,Texas on 1/12/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Versatile
Cons:
Heavy
Best Uses:
Fill Flash
Describe Yourself:
Casual Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

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Worth the money
By Khristopher Lamar(Starpoint Media Group)Verified Purchaser from Florida on 1/10/2010
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Versatile
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, General Use, Night Photography, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

Easy to use.

 
Great Flash for the Price
By LitemikeVerified Purchaser from New York, NY on 9/3/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Versatile
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

Exactly what i wanted to finish of my strobe equipment. i couldn't afford extra monolights and this did the trick to give me my 3 dimensional lighting.

[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great for the price
By GregVerified Purchaser from South Carolina on 7/22/2009
Pros:
Easy To Use, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Recycling
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, General Use
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

Pretty great little lights for the price. I use 2-4 of these in a DYI softbox and considering that they've saved me hundreds of dollars I'd have otherwise had to spend on "real" studio lights, I like 'em a lot.That said, I've bought 5 of these and one of them only lasted about 91 days (I say "91" because they're only warranted for 90, and I was out of luck when one died).I wish the output was variable but hey, for less than [$], these are still a good deal. I add a layer or two of ND material to cut the light when necessary

 
AC Slave
By John TVerified Purchaser from Blue Springs Mo on 5/27/2009
Pros:
Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

Works good for the price

 
Works as advertised
By HobbyistVerified Purchaser from Jacksonville, Florida on 3/7/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Powerful Output
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

Affordable and dependable lighting when you need it.

 
Great studio flashes for the money
By ScooterboyVerified Purchaser from Fishers, IN on 2/23/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy To Use, Fast Recycling, Lightweight
Cons:
No sync cord
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits, Small group photos
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

I purchased these mainly for use with our cub Scout pack. I have my backdrop setup with the American flag and as the boys earn their awards I photograph them and their leaders/parents. The lights are consistent and beat trying to photograph with the metal halide gym lights, or the harsh on camera flash. The lights shoot into 24" umbrellas which softens and evenly spreads the light.
I really like them - no regrets.

 
Great flash for the price
By GeorgeVerified Purchaser from Bakersfield California on 2/21/2009
Pros:
Durable, Easy To Use, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

Great flash for the price.Its great to use as a fill flash or you can use gels with it to get colored backgrounds

[6 of 6 customers found this review helpful]

 
Reliable & Affordable
By AKochPhotography[@]Verified Purchaser from New Orleans on 2/6/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Lightweight, Powerful Output, Use in any light socket
Cons:
Non Adjustable
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

I mainly use a couple of these with light stands and umbrella's when I do portraits on location. They are small and portable and I actually keep a spare with me just in case one should go out during a shoot since they are very affordable. I have good results and often use them in the 'slave' mode using my speedlight since it gives me more flexibility to handhold my camera during modeling shoots. Plus if you wanna use them for fill flash you can just screw them into any light socket.

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[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

 
A fun & sturdy flash
By MadkhemistVerified Purchaser from West Palm Beach, FL on 1/21/2009
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easy To Use, Lightweight
Cons:
Slow Recycling
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

I started using these as a cheap way to learn studio lighting, but as I have moved on to more professional quality mono-lights, these little bad boys are always in my lighting kit. They are handy when you need extra light in any situation. The latest set is to replace ones that have worn out from use.

They are not perfect, they do not work well outdoors, and the slow recycle time can lead to a few wasted shots if you are not patient. An audible indication would be nice but you'll just have to keep a sharp eye out the small LED indicator of a full charge.

They are worth the money and will continue to replace them as they wear out.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Decent
By KannePhotoVerified Reviewer from Greensboro NC on 1/10/2009
Pros:
Durable, Fast Recycling, Powerful Output
Best Uses:
Back-Up, Fill Flash
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

They are pretty good for how cheap they are. Creates a flawless white background if positioned correctly. With my external flash in auto it misses it completely. But like previous reviews said you just have to put it in manual and it works great. Deff over powers my flash so I had to order another. But they are a great addition to my equipment and a good fix if you cant afford studio lights.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great, simple flash but...
By bondgVerified Purchaser from South Carolina, USA on 9/26/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Inexpensive, Lightweight, Quiet
Cons:
not adjustable
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

For the price, these are great little lights. I'm using them in a softbox I made and they provide nice light. Since they're not adjustable, I increase/decrease by either moving the lights closer/farther or by removing/adding layers of my diffusion material.

Only problem I've had is getting them to sync. I use on-camera flash to fire them and I've found that I have to bounce this flash or the slaves don't sync. It's not a huge problem but it can be aggravating.

Bottom line is that these are a great addition to my small studio.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Good, cheap background light solution
By SCVPhotoVerified Purchaser from Mpls, MN on 7/25/2008
Pros:
Cheap, Consistent Output
Cons:
Cannot adjust output
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

I have two of these slaves to light the background of my studio setup. Each is screwed into a worklight from Lowe's [$]. They work great with mini-barndoors or simply modify with a small piece of nylon cloth to soften the output. You can't beat them for the price!

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Impressive
By TalanisVerified Purchaser from Sherbrooke, Canada on 6/12/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Easily Interchangeable, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Quiet
Best Uses:
Portraits, Stock, Isolation
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

I'm impressed by the results I get with these low price lights. I bought 4 of them and use them in a 3 or 4 light setup for perfect white isolations but tried them for standard and lowkey portraits too. They never failed to trigger so far (2 weeks usage). I didn't have to do any work in photoshop to have pure white backgrounds.

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[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Unexpected problem
By Shel from St. Louis, Missouri on 5/8/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Quiet
Cons:
needs manual mode flash, Won't work with ETTL
Best Uses:
Back-Up, General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

When used with on-camera ETTL the pre-flash triggers the slave and totaly confuses the camera flash. I found it mandatory to switch the (Canon 580) flash to manual mode and then it worked fine.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
can't sync with camera.
By FreeloaderVerified Purchaser from Grand Coulee, WA on 1/21/2008
Pros:
Consistent Output, Durable, Easily Interchangeable, Easy To Clean, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Quiet
Describe Yourself:
Casual user

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

So far, I have not been able to sync with my S3 camera.

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
MUST HAVE IN MY BAG
By Master ChroniclerVerified Purchaser from Poulsbo, WA on 9/27/2007
Pros:
Durable, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Quiet, Strong Construction
Cons:
Fixed Output
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Professional

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

Great value for money on this basic high output slave flash. You cant change the output but for this price would you expect it too?

[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
good product
By ralph from jax florida on 6/30/2007
Pros:
Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Lightweight
Best Uses:
General Use, Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

great product

[9 of 10 customers found this review helpful]

 
Adorama AC Slave Flash
By LynDenVerified Reviewer from Bellevue NE on 11/1/2006
Pros:
Consistent Output, Fast Recycling, Lightweight, Strong Construction
Best Uses:
Fill Flash, Lighting, Night Photography, Photography

Comments about Adorama Adorama AC Slave Flash, Guide number 90 at ISO 100.:

Although we are just starting out we have had noting but great success with this product. Bought 2 just to experiment and find they are a great accessory light for fill, hair, or background in portrait work. Never misfired, not even once, and have been dropped more than a hot rock. Great product and if you ever decide to stop making them please let us know because we'll stock up on them for sure.

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