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Brand: Flashpoint
Located in: Flash/Lighting, Monolights, System Accessories
Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.6 stars
(based on 16 reviews)
71% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Attach securely(9), Durable(6), Good power output(4)
Cons:
Flimsy(5)
Best Uses:
General purpose(8), Indoors(10), Low light(4), Night time(3), Outdoor events / games(3)
Describe Yourself:
Professional(3), Semi-pro photographer(8)
Was this a gift?:
No(5)
 
not reliable
By foto_johnyocVerified Reviewer from OHIO on 3/14/2011
Pros:
Attach Securely
Cons:
Flimsy, Loses Charge Quickly
Best Uses:
Indoors
Describe Yourself:
Pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

Its ok but I went back to using my on camera flash, this unit was just not reliable for me.

 
It Doesn't Work
By Just ArtVerified Purchaser from Califon, NJ on 3/6/2011
Cons:
Didn't work with my Sigma, Flimsy
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

It doesn't work with my Sigma flashes. [...] Would like to get my money back.

 
cheap
By foto_johnyocVerified Reviewer from OHIO on 3/1/2011
Cons:
Flimsy, Loses Charge Quickly, Weak
Describe Yourself:
Pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

Not consistent, I am on my 2nd one of these triggers, it works ok, but not everytime, I have gone back to using my canon Speedlite as a trigger, it just is more consistent

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Will this work with a 580EX II Speedlite
By SharonVerified Reviewer from Maine on 10/11/2010
Pros:
Cost effective
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

Purchased this unit with hopes of triggering my 580EX II Speedlite. So far I've been unsuccessful. [...]

 
Cheap and kind of junky- but it works!
By mikeyjVerified Reviewer from Detroit on 9/16/2010
Cons:
Flimsy
Best Uses:
General Use, Indoors
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

I needed an inexpensive way to trigger the inexpensive slave flash units I bought from Adoroama, and this unit certainly looked like it fit the bill. At at under $30, I figured I'd be happy if it lasted a year.

I unwrapped the flash, and gave the instructions a cursory once over. Other than being written in entertaining Engrish, it's not of much use- insert batteries, turn switch to on, wait until ready light goes on.

I tested it, and it works just fine, but I do have two concerns:

1. The battery cover popped off as I was inserting the two AAs. The "hinge" is two tiny bumps that I suspect aren't going to last very long, given the material. Plan on eventually holding the door on with a piece of gaffer's tape.

2. The mounting bracket is pretty flimsy, too. Treat this gently, or you'll be using the including PC cord and a hot shoe adapter, and of course more gaffer's tape to hold it all together.

Even with these flaws, it's hard to fault it at the asking price. You could modify a cheap old flash with an IR filter, or a deep red filter, and you'd probably end up spending almost as much. It's a useful gadget, a a decent value- if you treat it gently.

 
A bit tricky with a Sony !
By vegas9798Verified Reviewer from Augusta, Georgia on 6/28/2010
Pros:
Attach Securely, Durable
Best Uses:
General Use, Indoors, Low Light, Night Time
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

I purchased this trigger for use with my two Flashpoint 320A's in hopes that it would free me up from being wired. At first I thought I may have wasted [$]I shoot with a Sony A300 and Sony decided that when they took over Minolta they would stick with the unique hotshoe for some reason !Well.... after stacking 3 adaptors onto my off camera folding flash bracket,I'm happy to say it works like a champ ! Just beware that if you too shoot with a Sony/Minolta you'll be needing a few extras in order to use this gem ! But its definitely worth it to be able to move about freely !

 
Great Trigger at a Great Price!
By MuddmanVerified Purchaser from Wichita Falls, Texas on 1/10/2010
Pros:
Attach Securely, Durable, Powerful
Cons:
NONE
Best Uses:
Taking Portraits
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

Worked perfect the first time I tried it and I'm counting on it lasting a very long time. It keeps me from being wired to the Slave Flashes. Now I can move around unteathered and get the shot that I need. Great Value for a Great Slave.

 
Better than I expected.
By SteveVerified Purchaser from Lincoln, NE on 11/2/2009
Pros:
Reliable
Cons:
Flimsy
Best Uses:
Indoors, Portable studio
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

As inexpensive as this trigger is, I didn't expect much. While it doesn't appear to be very strongly built, it has worked very reliably for me so far.

 
Very handy !
By Sharon TaylorVerified Purchaser from Kettering , OH on 3/6/2009
Pros:
Attach Securely, Durable, Long-Lasting, Powerful
Best Uses:
General Use, Indoors, Special Events
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

this makes using the lights a dream. you can walk around with this on with out being tied to a wire.

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great remote at a great price!!
By GregVerified Purchaser from Forest Lake, MN on 2/20/2009
Pros:
Attach Securely, Durable, Powerful
Best Uses:
General Use, Indoors, Low Light
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

I looked at several flash remotes before deciding on this one. I am very happy with my choice. It has never misfired or given me any trouble at all and you can`t beat the price.

 
worked awesome
By damredheadVerified Reviewer from Kettering , OH on 2/5/2009
Pros:
Attach Securely, Good Color Value, Powerful
Best Uses:
General Use, Indoors, Low Light, Night Time, Special Events
Describe Yourself:
Semi-pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

This worked perfect with my two new Flashpoint light heads love and glad I bought it!

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Great IR Trigger
By SteveVerified Purchaser from Knoxville, TN on 9/24/2008
Pros:
Attach Securely, Durable
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Photo Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

I bought this trigger to use with the AC Slave flashes for home portraits.
It always fires the flashes, and works from a long distance.
This unit keeps me from having to use my speedlite to trigger the remote flashes.

[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
Low price/average quality
By JohnVerified Purchaser from All Over the USA on 9/8/2008
Pros:
Attach Securely
Cons:
Weak
Best Uses:
Indoors, Special Events
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

I purchased one of these with a pair of flashpoint monolights. The lights have held up well. The trigger did not. Dropped one time, and only from about three feet, DEAD. However, the low price made getting a second one easier to swallow.

 
I would buy this product again
By FedericoVerified Purchaser from Panamá, Republic of Panamá on 8/25/2008
Pros:
Attach Securely
Best Uses:
General Use
Describe Yourself:
Professional

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

Use this product in the photo studio
I things this product is excelent and have a veri good price.

[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Cheap and simple does the trick
By Chip York of Goddesswithin PhotographyVerified Purchaser from VA on 5/12/2008
Pros:
simple and dependable
Cons:
Big and not impressive
Best Uses:
Indoors, Studio
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

Nice and simple so it will not impress your gear head, tech geek and camera snob friends. The good news is it works dependably in the studio setting, and indoor locations.

Just a simple, low power flash with a filter on it. The 2 AA batteries that power it last a long time in it.

 
Functional and economic
By FeigenblattVerified Purchaser from Costa Rica on 3/28/2007
Pros:
Durable, Good Color Value
Best Uses:
General Use, Indoors, Low Light, Night Time, Professional Work
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Flashpoint Flashpoint Infra Red Remote Trigger for the Monolights:

The device is moderately robust and expires with the specifications offered in the web. The trigger has worked perfectly with my monolights.
For the economic price it is not possible to ask more

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