Optical Triggers for Photography
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Broncolor RFS 2.1 Transmitter
- Reliable triggering with Broncolor radio triggers.
- Long range: 600-700' for remote camera flash triggers.
- Multi-channel: Features 40 channels for flash control.
- Easy setup: Universal transmitter for quick use.
- Long battery life with included CR2450 battery.
Profoto Connect Wireless Transmitter for Sony Cameras
- Profoto Connect: Reliable triggering, every shot.
- TTL support ensures perfect flash exposure control.
- Long range: Up to 1000' wireless camera trigger.
- Easy setup: Streamlined for fast, intuitive use.
- Multi-channel: 20 channels avoid radio interference.
Profoto Connect Wireless Transmitter for Canon Cameras
- Seamless TTL camera flash trigger for Canon.
- Reliable radio trigger with a range up to 1000'.
- User-friendly Profoto Connect trigger, lightweight.
- Multi-channel radio trigger: 20 available channels.
- Fast sync speed with Canon camera systems.
Flashpoint R2 Pro 2.4GHz Transmitter for Panasonic & Olympus (XPro-O)
- Reliable camera trigger with 2.4GHz radio frequency.
- Achieve TTL compatibility for Panasonic & Olympus.
- Extended range: 300-400' for remote flash triggers.
- Offers multi-channel support with 32 available channels.
- Simple setup for speedlight and studio flash units.
Flashpoint R2 TTL Receiver for Sony Flashes
- Reliable Flash Triggering for Sony Cameras.
- Fast Recycle Time with TTL Support Included.
- Long Range Wireless Flash, up to 200 feet.
- Multi-Channel 2.4G Radio Flash Trigger System.
- Durable Build Quality for Studio Photography.
Flashpoint R1 Receiver For wireless Remote for StreakLight Flash
- Dependable radio triggers ensure reliable firing.
- Extended range for off-camera flash photography.
- Sixteen channels prevent interference, maximizing control.
- Seamless integration with StreakLight flash systems.
- Simple setup for immediate use, saving valuable time.
Flashpoint R2 Single Pin Transceiver
- Reliable camera trigger with a long 1000' range.
- 32 channels on this radio trigger for fewer conflicts.
- Simple setup with this flash trigger transceiver unit.
- Durable build quality in this flashpoint transceiver.
- Dependable single pin flash trigger for universal use.
Flashpoint R1 HSS Remote Receiver for Monolights
- Reliable flash trigger: ensures consistent firing.
- Long range trigger: up to 328ft (100m) distance.
- Multi-channel trigger: avoids interference easily.
- High Speed Sync (HSS) support up to 1/8000s.
- Easy setup flash trigger for quick operation.
Flashpoint Radio Remote 4 Channel Receiver Only
- Reliable radio triggers ensure seamless operation.
- Long range camera and flash trigger capability.
- Multi-channel flash trigger for creative control.
- Easy setup radio trigger gets you shooting fast.
- Durable build quality for dependable triggering.
Profoto Connect Wireless Transmitter for Fujifilm Cameras
- Profoto trigger ensures reliable camera flash control.
- TTL support offers seamless, automatic flash exposures.
- Extended range: Wireless trigger reaches 700-1000 feet.
- Multi-channel radio trigger minimizes signal interference.
- Easy setup: Connect transmitter for quick shooting.
Broncolor RFS 2.2 C Transceiver for Sony Camera
- Reliable Broncolor trigger ensures consistent firing.
- Long range camera trigger: up to 200' distance.
- Multi-channel flash trigger: 40 channels available.
- Fast recycle speeds with 1/8000s high-speed sync.
- Durable build quality for studio & location shoots.
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Profoto Connect Wireless Transmitter for Olympus/Panasonic Cameras
- Profoto Connect: Reliable camera flash triggers.
- Seamless TTL compatibility with Olympus/Panasonic.
- Extended range: Wireless trigger up to 1000 feet.
- Easy setup: Streamline your studio lighting control.
- Multi-channel radio trigger for interference-free use.
Broncolor RFS 2.2 F Transmitter for Fujifilm Cameras
- Reliable triggering for Fujifilm cameras.
- Long range: up to 200' with flash triggers.
- High-Speed Sync to 1/8000s camera trigger.
- Easy setup with hot shoe mounting system.
- Robust build quality; durable radio triggers.
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Profoto Protective Case for Connect Pro Trigger
- Safeguard your Profoto Connect Pro trigger.
- Durable case ensures reliable trigger protection.
- Shield your trigger from damage with this case.
- Profoto case: built for quality and longevity.
- Keep your Connect Pro trigger safe, always.
Flashpoint R2 Mark II iTTL 2.4G Wireless Transmitter For Nikon Cameras (X2T-N)
- Nikon iTTL: Achieve reliable flash triggering.
- 2.4GHz Trigger: Enjoy long range, multi-channel support.
- High-Speed Sync: Up to 1/8000s flash sync speed.
- User-Friendly Interface: Intuitive, easy to use design.
- TTL Compatibility: Seamless TTL flash control.
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Profoto Air Remote Transceiver, 6 Groups on 8 Channels
Written by Vanessa Joy:
"A must-have for Profoto shooters looking to trigger their lights if they're shooting with multiple camera brands, or where the TTL Air Remote isn't available."
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Written by Vanessa Joy:
"A must-have for Profoto shooters looking to trigger their lights if they're shooting with multiple camera brands, or where the TTL Air Remote isn't available."
Profoto TTL-O Air RemoTTL-O Air Remote for Olympus Cameras, 8 Channels, 3 Groups
- Profoto TTL trigger ensures reliable firing.
- Long range camera trigger: Up to 1000 feet.
- Effortless setup with multi-channel radio trigger.
- TTL support for Olympus/Panasonic cameras.
- Durable build quality for studio use.
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Profoto Connect Pro Wireless Transmitter for Sony Camera
- Profoto Transmitter: Reliable triggering, every shot.
- Fast recycle times with this Profoto flash trigger.
- TTL support ensures perfect flash exposure control.
- Long range: Trigger flash from up to 1000 feet.
- Easy setup: Streamline your studio lighting workflow.
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Profoto Connect Pro Non-TTL Wireless Transmitter
- Reliable triggering with Profoto radio triggers.
- Extended range: 700-1000' for remote flash control.
- Multi-channel support: features 100 channels.
- Non-TTL transmitter ensures manual precision.
- Easy to use interface for streamlined workflow.
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Flashpoint R2 TTL Receiver for Nikon Flashes
- Nikon iTTL flash trigger: reliable wireless control.
- 2.4GHz trigger: achieves long range, stable signals.
- 32 channels ensure interference-free flash control.
- High-speed sync (HSS) to 1/8000s for sharp images.
- Intuitive interface: ease of use for all levels.
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Flashpoint R2 Pro MarkII 2.4GHz Transmitter for Panasonic & Olympus
- Reliable camera trigger with stable connectivity.
- Long range flash trigger: up to 400 feet distance.
- Multi-channel trigger: 32 channels for less interference.
- TTL support for Panasonic & Olympus cameras.
- High Speed Sync (HSS) flash trigger supported.
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Profoto 1/4 Phono Male to 3.5mm Miniphone Male Cable
- Profoto cable ensures reliable flash triggering.
- 0.98 ft cable for Air Remote & Air Sync systems.
- Connects 1/4" phono male to 3.5mm miniphone male.
- Durable cable for studio lighting equipment.
- Guaranteed Profoto quality for seamless operation.
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Broncolor RFS 2.1 Transmitter / Receiver Kit
- Reliable triggering with Broncolor flash triggers.
- Long range radio triggers up to 700 feet distance.
- Multi-channel support with 40 available channels.
- Fast recycle time with universal compatibility.
- TTL compatibility ensures easy setup process.
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Broncolor RFS 2.2 C Transceiver for Canon Camera
- Reliable camera trigger with a robust 2.4 GHz signal.
- Extended range: Flash triggers function up to 200 feet.
- Multi-channel radio trigger: Features 40 available channels.
- High-speed sync: Supports flash sync speeds up to 1/8000s.
- Simple setup: User-friendly interface for quick operation.
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Flashpoint R2 Pro MarkII 2.4GHz Transmitter for Pentax
- Pentax TTL flash trigger offers reliable radio control.
- Achieve long range camera trigger with stable 2.4GHz.
- Enjoy multi-channel flash trigger setup, 32 options.
- Simple hot shoe mount ensures easy flash trigger setup.
- Durable build in this flash trigger ensures longevity.
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Optical Transmitters & Optical Receivers
Optical transmitters and receivers let you control off-camera flashes, like strobes, without the potential issues of other methods like RF. Their near-instant activation allows for fast shutter speeds and they generally work with any camera or camera system. More expensive models include RF or IR triggers as well. Browse Adorama’s collection of Optical Transmitters & Receivers from Yongnuo, Flashpoint, Pocket Wizard and more.
Optical transmitters vs IR vs RF
The three main kinds of wireless triggers are optical, IR, and RF. Each has strengths and weaknesses, and each has their uses. Optical transmitters and receivers sense when another flash fires, and then trigger the flash/strobe that they’re attached to. IR triggers sense an infrared signal sent from a transmitter. RF is the same, except they use radio frequencies.
Optical triggers may have difficulty outdoors in bright light, since they require a certain level of brightness-difference between the ambient light and the flash. They don’t require line of sight per se, but they may have trouble if there’s not enough light to sense that a flash fired. One way around this is mounting the trigger where it can “see” the other flash, then running a cable to the strobe you want to trigger.
RF doesn’t require line of sight, and it doesn’t have issues with bright ambient light. However, these triggers may struggle in certain environments that impede RF signals. Thick walls, especially those with metal, could be an issue. A sporting event with a lot of other photographers using RF triggers may also lead to problems.
IR triggers require line of sight, and their range is more limited compared to RF. They tend to be a cheaper option, however, and can transmit TTL data between the camera and the transmitter.
What is TTL?
TTL stands for Through The Lens, and it’s a way for the optical transmitter to receive data from the camera’s internal sensors. This lets the flash vary its intensity based on the exposure information from the camera, potentially simplifying the photo-taking process.
Compatibility
The simplest of optical receivers and transmitters are compatible with any system, they only need to sense the light burst created by a main flash. For optical triggers that include other types of triggers, such as IR and RF, you’ll need to check that they’re compatible with your camera or with the other transmitters and receivers currently in your kit. Some only work with specific brands, while others are universal.
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