Name: Used Cactus RF60 Wireless Flash with Built-in Wireless Commander and Receiver E
Brand: Cactus
SKU: US1891575
Price: 45.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.61 (18 reviews)

Cactus RF60 Wireless Flash with Built-in Wireless Commander and Receiver

Cactus RF60 Wireless

Cactus

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 Cactus Wireless Flash RF60  The Cactus RF60 is unique among other flashes available on the market. With a built-in transmitter and receiver, it not only receives wireless signals, but it also functions as a commander to control other RF60s.   Built-in wireless commander and receiver  The Cactus RF60 is a 2.4GHz radio-based wireless portable flash with a built-in transceiver that runs on 16 channels. It operates in three modes, Local for on-camera operation, Maser and Slave modes for off-camera. To act as a commander, set an RF60 to Master and it can trigger an unlimited number of RF60 set as receivers (in Slave mode) and remotely control Slave flashes from up to 100m (328 feet).  Remote control of power and zoom levels  An RF60 set in Slave mode is essentially an extension of a camera-mount flash unit where you will have the ability to remotely control flash power from 1/128 to 1/1 full power in steps of 0.3EV. Zoom level can also be controlled from a wide 24mm zoom to 105mm. The remote control is extremely convenient especially when Slave flash units are placed in hard-to-reach places  Group control of up to four groups with configurable Group Alias  In a typical lighting setup, the ability to adjust, activate and deactivate groups of lights is vital in creating the desired lighting effect. The RF60 can be configured into four distinct groups. Power can be adjusted for individual group or all the groups at the same time for fast adjustments. To streamline the shooting experience, user can rename each group to: KEY, FILL, SPOT, RIM, HAIR, LEFT, RIGHT, BACK and FRONT instead of remembering the placement of flash groups A, B, C and D,.  Optical Slave with delay feature  The RF60 packs an optical triggering mechanism. It is useful in capturing pre-flash signals that are being emitted earlier than the flash sync. Setting the pre-flash optical trigger with the delay timer sets the exact time for the flash to start firing. This allows the RF60 to do not only first-curtain and second-curtain sync (also referred as front and rear curtain), but set the flash to fire at any given point of the image.  High power up to Guide Number of 56 meters  At times when you need it, the RF60 can pumps out an assuring output of GN56. The Fresnel lens was specifically designed to give out the best possible light.  Compatible with Cactus V6 Wireless Flash Transceiver  Flash power output on RF60 Slave units can be controlled by an RF60 Master as well as Cactus V6 Flash Transceiver. Cactus V5 also supports basic flash triggering on the RF60.  Multi-flash feature  In Multi mode, a rapid series of flashes is fired to capture multiple images of a moving subject in a single frame. This feature is available in all three flash modes so it users can create the desired effects with both on and off camera flash.  HSS Sympathy mode  The HSS Sympathy mode of the RF60 is designed to support flash photography at shutter speeds beyond a camera's maximum sync speed. With the help of a TTL flash mounted on camera, RF60 fire flashes with an extended duration in order to produce even frame illumination at shutter speeds as high as 1/8000 second.  The RF60 is meant for use in a multiple flash setup and was designed with the needs from professional photographers in mind.  Whether it's a wedding or commercial shoot, timing is crucial. RF60 users will not only find adjustments quick and easy, the LCD also displays necessary information photographer needs to know. All in all, it offers an intuitive flash photography experience. So you, as the photographer, do not need to fiddle with the gear but instead enjoy the shooting experience.

Used Cactus RF60 Wireless Flash with Built-in Wireless Commander and Receiver E

This is a great system, I love the control.  I shot a conference a few weeks ago with two RF60's on stands.  I could shoot anywhere in that ballroom with full control.

Haven't yet tried out HSS but will when my V6IIs arrive.

Inexpensive alternative to OEM systems

I like this flash so far.   Although it appears to be not quite as powerful as my dedicated Pentax flash it is reliable and has a much quicker recycle time.  I use it along with my Cactus V6 II flash controllers and have had no issues.  The built in receiver is a real plus.  If I still am impressed by it, after using it for awhile, I am considering buying one or two more.

I like this flash so far

It works as advertised with many different systems (fuji canon nikon). Setting up can be tedious though.

Cactus Works

This is a great flash with a built in radio receiver.  I use it as a hair light. It works well in a studio with low ceilings.

Great flash

Found the unit works great after you learn the setup.I use the Pentax system and the directions that came with the unit really did not explain how to set it up.I went on YouTube and found all the info I needed.Love

Unit Works Great But!

can't complain, haven't had any problems so far. works every time with no hiccups. appreciate the firmware updates from company.

versatile, reliable and efficient

The V6 transciever and RF60 flash worked right out of the box with default values.  Attach the transciever, turn on the flash, set the power, take a few test shots and you're good to go.

The flash is relatively powerful; I've only used up to 1/4 power so far.  Recycle time at 1/4 power is fast enough to take photos continually every 2 seconds; it's probably faster.

I've only used a single group and single flash so can't comment on more complex setups.   There are some very useful you tube videos that address more advanced usage.

From my experience I can recommend Cactus, and will be adding more Cactus transcievers and flashes  in time.

Other reviewers have commented on the delicate flash shoe locking mechanism.  It doesn't appear particularly stout, but I'm treating it gently and so far haven't had problems.

so far haven't had any problems 

This flash works well with my Fuji XE2.  This is a manual flash system so no TTL here.  The RF60's controls are easy to use and intuitive.  Had a 5DIII with a EX600RT flash before switching to Fuji.  Problem was that my 6EX600RT wouldn't work with my XE2. I found out about the Cactus system through YouTube and got it.  I also bought the Cactus V6 and together they offer great functionality and ease of use.  

Cactus radio flash triggers work with other manufacture's flashes too.

Fulfills my flash needs at a fraction of my old canon system

The wireless function is a 5 star never had any problems with it...............

Outstanding for the money

Outstanding

For anyone looking to do OCF one of the most important things you need to do is remotely adjust power and zoom setting right from your camera. The cactus vm system couples with these rf60's are an absolute dream. Forget shelling out big dollars for way over priced triggers from pw. The cactus vm triggers are way less money and perform better. As it is you need to buy a zone control with the pw to adjust power settings.. Cactus has done an exceptional job with this system.

Excellent System

Works like a dream, can't beat it for the money

Took these out last night for a shoot so here are my thoughts.

1.  They are very long.  I can normally store speedlights standing on its end in my backpack.  I can't do that with the RF60.  They are too long and they'd deform the backpack why poking me in the back.

2.  One unit that I received had a loose screw or something inside of it.  I didn't have time to return it for a new unit because I'd never get the new one on time.  It sounded like a loose screw.  Otherwise the unit worked perfectly.  I was just waiting for that screw to short circuit something.

3.  I paired the two RF60 I had with the V6 transceiver and it worked perfectly.  I was shooting in the woods and the range was easily 60 meters through some trees for one of the shots.

4.  The V6 transceiver was fairly easy to use.  I handed one to a friend that was shooting with me and he was able to figure out the basic stuff very fast.

I need to pick up 2 more RF60 to solidify my kit.

Pretty good

use it with the cactus V6 and built in receiver.  side mount works great for mounting in portrait mode or for an axis lining up with an umbrella or softbox.  did the firmware update right away.  seems like a monster next to my sb600.  will buy more when i get the chance.  best use is to remotely control manual power levels using the cactus V6 tranceiver

it's a big boy

I bought this along with the V6 control unit to save steps in when using off-camera flash setups. So far, in a number of test set-ups and one real client session it has done just what it should.

Exposures are consistent, power control is predictable, recycle is reasonably quick. The unit has a nice, quality feel, though of course it is too soon to judge reliability.

Nice

I recently used this flash for food photography with a softbox.  It fired every time.  The controls on the flash are easy to figure out and manually control the flash.  I would recommend this flash.

Wonderful Flash

Although the Cactus RF60 is brand agnostic it is a boon for Pentax users. CaNikon & Son have multiple manufacturers that provide flash triggers for their equipment whereas Pentax does not except manual, i.e., PocketWizard Plus X, Cactus V5 as examples. The Cactus RF60 and presumably the upcoming Cactus V6 trigger will allow those with Pentax gear to operate like the big boys but without the huge expense. 
  The feature of the Cactus RF60 is extensive. Basically it has four groups with four channels in each which gives the ability to control power levels of each flash as well as zoom. This alone makes it a viable flash system however other features makes it even more impressive. Multi flash in Master and Local (apparently their word for manual) HSS sympathy mode which allows the camera to operate beyond the cameras sync speed (requires the use of a dedicated TTL flash) plus an optical slave.
  The flash appears to be built very nicely and has a metal foot. It also has a very high GN, 56@105mm, so it's in the ball park with more expensive flashes except it's also a transceiver flash at an unbelievably low price. Can't get better than this.

Used Cactus RF60 Wireless Flash with Built-in Wireless Commander and Receiver

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