Name: Flashpoint Zoom TTL R2 Flash with Integrated R2 Radio Transceiver - Nikon (TT685N)
Brand: Flashpoint
SKU: FPLFSMZNK
Price: 110.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.6 (440 reviews)

Flashpoint Zoom TTL R2 Flash with Integrated R2 Radio Transceiver - Nikon (TT685N)

Flashpoint Zoom R2 Speedlight

Flashpoint

Flashpoint Zoom TTL R2 Flash with Integrated R2 Radio Transceiver - Nikon

Adorama

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Flashpoint Zoom R2 Speedlight 

Top Rated Gear: Flashpoint Zoom TTL R2 Flash with Integrated R2 Radio Transceiver - Nikon (TT685N) Flash Type: Shoe Mount Flash, Guide Number: 112, Power Source: AA Batteries, Special Features: R2 Integrated, TTL: TTL Flashes

 The Flashpoint Zoom R2 TTL Flash for Nikon V2  represents a significant new version breakthrough in speedlight power technology with the introduction of full R2 Remote TTL connectivity and interaction with all Nikon strobe functions. From standard iTTL, to Exposure Compensation (FEC), FV Lock, High Speed Sync, and an automatically zooming flashhead, all the way to complete iTTL control connectivity with other Nikon flashes, group control, Slave and Master options, and advanced flash functions, the Zoom flash takes you as far as you want to go.   The R2 TTL Wireless Flash System  is the advanced 2.4GHz radio remote that adds camera TTL dedicated custom functions to your multi flash experience. Easy to use buttons command a full range of functions like reliable channel triggering, group mode selectivity, HSS, with powerful signal strength and exceptional stability to your selected camera flash language. LED panels clearly display the status of all remote R2 compliant strobes so you always have control of group lighting mastery. R2 wireless communication gives speed of light response to on camera or off camera R2 family devices for a spectacular advantage on the shoot in any environment.  The key component that makes this new flash stand apart from others is the proprietary TTL and HSS enabled 2.4GHz  R2 Radio Remote System  radio triggers transmits atop a Nikon body with the essential TTL pass-through and laser AF assist and works with the complete family of Flashpoint Speedlights, Monolights and Strobe lights with  R2 TTL radio transceiver built right in.   All the R2 enabled family communicate seamlessly: the lithium powered Zoom Li-on Nikon, Canon and Sony TTL speedlights, the Zoom M alkaline energized speedlight, the fantastic Streaklight 360 Nikon and Canon TTL powerhouse, and the masterful 600ws XPLOR600 monolights. Older Flashpoint flashes can be fired and controlled off camera while being attached to the  R2 Radio Remote Receiver FPRRR2RN  to grace remote link to earlier models.  The R2 system provides a full proprietary GR Group style interface allowing up to 3 Groups to be individually set to either TTL, Manual, or Off and most importantly, TTL and Manual Groups can be conveniently mixed together as needed. The lithium battery powered units provide TTL, HSS (High Speed Sync) and even a HSS pre-sync timing adjustment for precision synchronization. PC cord sync input and output ports are provided for external device remote sync without automation. R2-N receivers are compatible with Nikon CLS system speedlights like the Nikon SB-910, SB900, or SB700.  Besides Nikon iTTL and manual control, there are 2 optical slave modes, and a stroboscopic mode as well. The metal shoe features a locking pin, so even if the foot is not tightened properly it will not accidentally fall off of the camera or mount. Remote power control using a Flashpoint R2 System Transmitter or R2 Family flash allows you to view and change your flash output as you shoot as well as trigger the flash and adjust other functions from more than 150 feet away, for extreme off camera work.  The simple layout and familiar controls make using this flash intuitive. The flashhead rotates 180 degrees in any direction and tilts over 90 degrees for any type of bounce or modifier use. The head zooms automatically or manually from 24-200mm, to ensure the necessary coverage without wasted spill. The built-in pull out wide angle diffuser spreads light evenly for use with lenses wider than24mm to 14mm. This AA powered iTTL flash is sure to become a pivotal part of your photography equipment lineup.   The R2 Experience/Advantage    The R2 TTL Wireless Flash System  is the advanced 2.4GHz radio remote that adds camera TTL dedicated custom functions to your multi flash experience. Easy to use buttons command a full range of functions like reliable channel triggering, group mode selectivity, HSS, all with powerful signal strength and exceptional stability to your selected camera flash language. LED panels clearly display the status of all remotely linked R2 compliant strobes so you always have control of group lighting mastery. R2 wireless communication gives speed of light response to on camera or off camera R2 Family devices for a spectacular advantage on the shoot in any environment.  The proprietary TTL and HSS enabled 2.4GHz  R2 Radio Remote System  transmits atop a modern DSLR body with reliable TTL and pass-through to speedlights, plus laser AF assist.R2 transmitters work with the complete family of Flashpoint Zoom Speedlights, XPLOR600 Monolights and Streaklight Strobes with  R2 TTL radio transceivers built right in.  Add a R2 receiver to any legacy flash with a sync port and it too becomes part of the R2 Family! The incredible range of these compact and lightweight units as well as their integrated functions and features make them the first choice of professional photographers.  All the R2 Family enabled gear communicates seamlessly: the Lithium powered Zoom Li-on Canon, Nikon and Sony TTL speedlights, the Zoom AA alkaline powered speedlight, the fantastic Streaklight 360 Canon and Nikon TTL powerhouses, and the portable 600ws XPLOR600 series monolights. Other strobes can be fired and controlled off camera while being attached to the  R2 Radio Remote Receiver  to remote link to earlier models.  All the R2 enabled units communicate seamlessly: the lithium powered Zoom Li-on and AA powered Zoom speedlights, the Streaklight 360 bare bulb strobes, and the portable 600ws XPLOR600 monolights - now all available in Nikon, Canon and Sony TTL as well as Manual models, with more proprietary camera versions on the way. Other strobes can be fired simultaneously by being attached to the  R2 Radio Remote Receiver,  and older R1 Streaklight and Zoom Li-on units can be controlled and triggered using the bridge Receivers for Non-R2 Streaklights/Zoom Li-ons. &#149; One Remote to Rule Them All.  &#149; One Radio Remote System to Unify the Flash. &#149; One Remote to Streak, Zoom and XPLOR. &#149; R2 Flash Imaging Freedom&#149; Radio Active. TTL Auto. HSS Master.

The Flashpoint Zoom R2 Manual Flash is very solid. I appreciate the fact that it works so well with the Flashpoint R2 Nano Remote. Being a manual flash, it means I am in complete control of flash output levels. So far it has been consistent and works very simply.

A Solid Manual Flash

Reasonably priced, powerful, relatively simple(compared to the Li-ion version-I bought both).  I use them with an R2 Pro MII flash trigger and this one was waaay easier to set up compared to the Li-ion version.

Love it.

Very good unit.  I would have preferred that I could change the zoom as well as power but I guess it's pretty rare that I change the zoom once I set it.  Good manual only flash.

Good manual flash

Works great for taking pictures to put on market place and eBay. The manual is a little difficult to understand, especially when trying to use the slave portion of the flash unit. Great Black Friday price!

Great Product

Godox is great!!

Nice flash, but it eats AAA batteries almost as fast as you can eat your lunch!  Get the Li-on rechargable version of this flash and your life will change!

Nice flash, but eats AAA batteries pretty fast!

I?ve been doing photography since 2014. Decided it was time to expand my skills and teach myself flash. Bought this and a wireless trigger. Giving 5 stars for value.

Good value

great product/value

I use this with a white umbrella to provide fill in conjunction with a R2 Monolight with Softbox for portraiture. An since it is TTL I can use it directly on my camera

Powerful and useful light

The Flashpoint zoom is a mostly plastic, but durable flash. I am pleased with the up and down and 360 degree rotation of the head. There is a bit of a learning curve for the use of the flash, but it can be used effectively in a short time.
I haven't had enough time to try all of the features, and there are plenty of those features.

Flashpoint Zoom TTL R2 Flash

It is about 20% larger than the Nikon SB600 that it is replacing.  So far I have not been able to make it work off camera.

Seems to be a capable product.  Only time will tell.

Great flash!

great value

Produces a nice light. It's easy to use especially with the R2 radio transmitter

Just right

It's inexpensive and a great value.  For RE photography, you can't beat it!

A great deal on a good setup for doing off camera flash.

Great Off Camera Flash Setup

Definitely a lifesaver. Had to shoot that was supposed to be for golden hour, and the client showed up late. Thankfully I had just bought this product, and was able to finish the shoot and get paid.

Lifesaver

Pretty easy to use, I am generally comfortable with this unit because I have other R2 speed lights and studio lights.

Easy to use

Perfect

I bought this flash as part of a kit with the Sony A7R II. The flash adapter is HUGE. Even my friend commented saying that the flash itself looks bigger than the camera body. Apart from the size, it works great!

Great flash (although a bit big)

Price of flash was great.  That's why I bought it.  Unfortunately, I loaded it with D***cell batteries, which leaked, and destroyed the flash.  D***cell would not compensate me fair market value for the flash, so I never replaced it.  I am still waiting for Adorama to put the flash on sale again.  As for D***cell batteries, they destroyed about a half-dozen devices of mine, and only compensated me partial value.  They even made me pay for the batteries which leaked and destroyed my devices!  I swore right then and there that I would NEVER buy D***cell batteries again in my lifetime.  Caveat Emptor!

I paid a great price for this flash.

This works surprisingly well and from what I have seen in using it and what I have been reading about the Sony genuine counterpart, they are nearly identical in exposure accuracy.
More testing on a real-world job will be needed to be sure. 
The only nagging problem with some Sony bodies (I tried it on the a7C) is in TTL, the camera recognizes the flash as a daylight balanced light source and thus defaults to a daylight white balance when you set the camera to AWB. Ridiculous since most flash photos actually result in a mixed Kelvin temperature and unless you're in a totally light controlled studio you never get an exact 5600K color temp! But it seems to be a Sony Issue rather than a Flashpoint issue. Otherwise I like the unit and so far it was well worth the modest price!

Great So Far But Don't Use AWB!

works good

My only disappointment with this flash is that it appears cannot be fired off camera.

Better than expected.

I always shoot manual flash.... I've got 5 of these

perfect and inexpensive

Can be a brighter than expected but works just fine with the xpro trigger

Works

Easy to set up features and use. Very happy with the 3 I have.

Couldn?t Be Happoer

Great speedlight to use in tandem with my Flashpoint Evolv 200 during wedding receptions. Rooms are so dark and the more light I can get, the better. Well made, perhaps just slightly less build quality as my EX600?s but this flash is also 1/4 the price of the Canons. I used to use the R2 transmitter and mount a EX600 on that but it was too top heavy. After spending 10-15 minutes setting up the R2 flash and ratios with my Evolv, I was good to go. Will probably buy another one soon.

Handy piece of gear!

Great product! Have used for both on camera for even photography and with a trigger for real estate photos. Amazing in any situation.

Great Flash

like this flash a lot. It has easy to read menus and is quite powerful just how much? its not on the spec page in the manual. Using with multiple brands of cameras by using the R2 Pro transmitter. Well this stuff is complicated but after a bit I am becoming more familiar with the menus. I also have the TT350 or Flashpoint Mini, Sp R2 tranceivers and the R2pro TTl transmitter and then i got the Zoom lion XR2 TTL speedlight. So it seems to me the Zoom TTl R2 is a sweetspot in value and power. That being said my Zoom lion gets 2 times the flashes with its proprietary Lion battery so if you are a power user a lion flash might be better it seems all the flashes are being updated to use proprietary batteries. For an occasional flash user that does not want to be involved in constant batter maintenance the double AAs might serve you best. All my Flashpoint/Godox flash work as they should and are bargain priced for the moment.

Flashpoint Zoom TTL R2 Flash with Integrated R2 Radio Transceiver - Nikon (TT685N)

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