Used PocketWizard MiniTT1 Transmitter for Canon DSLR Cameras & Flash

2016-10-10T08:40:54

The only negative I can say about the mini TT1 and the Flex T5 is that it took me longer than expected to get them up and running, but they are working great.

MICHAEL P.

2016-07-22T12:27:37

Haven't used it a lot yet but I'm impressed with it at this point. The quick start manual is a little vague but the on line manual is very good. I think this will see a lot of use in the future. Using it with a matching transceiver to fire a Canon 430EX II flash off camera.

DAVID S.

2013-03-18T21:00:00

Great and easy to use product

THOMAS F.

2013-03-06T19:00:00

The one I bought is for the Canon system. 5D Mk II and Speedlite 580 EX II. When operated with just these two devices this item works flawlessly - however - when I introduced Canon's infrared remote trigger into the setup it would lock up the CAMERA in such a way that I had to disconnect the Pocket Wizard and cycle the camera power off and on to wake it up. Canon had never heard of this problem and so had no solution. Pocket Wizard said something to the effect that Canon firmware was not "pre-releasing" their camera and that was the reason for the problem. I'm not convinced that was really the problem however. I asked PW why the green LED on their unit continued to flash after I shut it off with the switch. Strange, they said, try restoring the PW to factory default using the included USB cable and PW software. Doing that seems to have fixed it. The green LED no longer flashes after I shut it off and the camera no longer locks up. It seems that somehow PW was actually locking up the camera. Both Canon and PW customer service were very helpful in figuring out this curious malfunction.

NevadaTom

2012-10-21T21:00:00

The miniTT1 on camera with FlexTT5 units works. It simply works. If you are having problems, go back to the basics. The best trick is to start with everything turned off, including your camera. Turn on the flash unit, then its FlexTT5, then the miniTT1, and finally the camera. Using the miniTT1, I just raise the antenna on the FlexTT5 units and never worry about aligning the antennae. I also recommend using the AC3 to control the power ratio, and especially when using your TTL mode.

Eric

2012-08-05T21:00:00

I just ordered this on a recommendation from an industry colleague and it works great. It was super simple to setup and use.

KLoftin

2012-04-27T21:00:00

I use this product in conjunction with two other Pocket Wizard Flex 5s. They all work together perfectly. I have no negative comments. Only issue I have had is that it seems to be easy to bump the power button. Several times I have caught the unit on when it was turned off, and the battery is not one you could just pick up in a drug store in most case. It is imperative that the units be kept updated and be on the same version software-as stated in the instructions. And, remember that the first shot will never be a good exposure-it is a test shot.

VALERIE H.

2012-04-02T21:00:00

Though this little unit worked alright with the Flex TT5, the issues with breaking Canon 580 EX II flashes was enough for me to sell my system. I had high hopes but preferred to sell this sytem rather than sell my 2 580s

Cheryl T.

2012-04-01T21:00:00

I have had this product for 2 years and have to say it usually performs as advertised. The only problem I have encountered is with the MiniTT sometimes not making proper contact while in the hotshoe. Usually a quick tweek of the Mini solves the problem. If you can't risk ever missing a shot, maybe the Flex system is not for you as I have not found it to be 100% reliable, but 99% of the time it works just fine. The high speed sync ability is great and it works. I also like that the firmware/software is upgradeable, I think Pocket Wizard makes a quality product and am happy with my purchase.

jnor10

2012-01-19T19:00:00

I thought I'd do an upgrade from my Plus II's. I was looking to use the High Speed sync function of this unit. In my cons I say there is no shut off function. I know that if the unit is on the camera and the camera is idle it will shut off. My issue is that apparently if you take the unit off the camera and forget to put the switch to off it will drain the battery. Which brings me to the other issue I have with this unit. These batteries are expensive and I'm a fan of AA or AAA rechargeable batteries. This is why I would recommend that if you want standard batteries then the Flex TT5 is just a few dollars more. In the long run you'll save money by not having to by the special battery required to power this unit. Having said all of that I like the Pocket Wizard products, this one included. It works as advertised. I have used the High Speed Sync up to 1/8000 with no issues. The battery thing is an issue with me. I have to make sure that I have an extra battery with me. I've also taken to removing the battery after I'm done shooting just in case I forgot to turn off the unit. My son uses my equipment too so sometimes he forgets. Solely on this issue I'd tell people to get the Flex TT5 not recommend this unit.

fotographx

2011-11-22T19:00:00

You can almost forget it is there it is so small and reliable.

RENARD B.

2011-11-13T19:00:00

Thank you Adorama for your fast shipping and on time delivery of the Pocket Wizard MiniTT1 Transmitter for my in-law Canon 5D.

Timi

2011-11-07T19:00:00

I use this to transmit to two TT5 receivers. It works well and fits perfectly on my camera. I can add an on camera flash to it also allowing for more lighting options.

JOHN S.

2011-09-08T21:00:00

Works very good most of the time with the Flex TT5. will have some periods where a flash won't fire or fires way too much.

Chris

2011-09-03T21:00:00

I use the Pocket Wizard TT1 and TT5 for high school sports photography. When I first purchased the units I set them up to utilize HyperSynch to get faster shutter speeds when using flash in night football. It worked great, but was a little hard to configure. Last week a new version of the software arrived (download and update through USB) and it made the configuration almost automatic. I used it on the field the first day I got the update and got great photos at high shutter speeds without any banding. I don't know yet how far I can push the shutter speeds, but look forward to trying. This is a revolutionary product and the ability to improve over time is amazing.

R9jackson

2011-09-03T21:00:00

I purchase this product miniTT 1 with pocket wizard flexTT5. These two wireless flash trigger are inseparable. The setup was easy and as soon the trigger learned the signal (within few seconds) then it's ready for use. The miniTT1 will amazed you can trigger flash up to the distance as claimed. I tried it myself up to approximately 500 ft and did not missed a shot. The camera I used was Canon 5d mkII with 70-200 2.8 L lens. The lens has compressive effect so it would be perfect to keep a good distance from the subject and place the flash closed the subject on light stand. This is the best add on product that is a must for every photographers of all level (beginner, semi pro, and pro alike).

ALEXANDER L.

2010-11-07T19:00:00

I'm using this with two of the FLEX units: one on a 580 EX II and one on a 420 EX. The systeem works great, but I definitely need to practice with the ratios and overall setup of the PocketWizards. But in general they worked well for my first shoot with them. I would just like to improve my knowledge so I can be more creative and drive the flashes the way I want instead of full automatic mode.

Jester

2010-07-17T21:00:00

I have had a set of these for a while with no problems as long as you use canon flashes. It was hit or miss with the Sigma flash, but with the Canon flashes it hits at least 90% of the time. I also use it on studio setup with no problems there either. The construction is SUPERIOR. I have dropped them on concrete and they keep working. They can be a little quirky when using multiple flashes in getting them to sync, you may have to try several times before they are good.

Stephen

2010-01-10T19:00:00

The Pocket Wizard Mini TT1 and Flex TT5 provide very reliable and accurate remote TTL control of multiple flash heads, but you need to be very careful to turn on ALL the PW units first, WAIT A BIT, and THEN turn on the camera and flash - or they just will not work or work correctly. Be patient and do test shots - the things can be persuaded to work very repeatably, but there is a learning curve. The system allows Canon flash users to fire their Speedlights on manual with old (as well as new) Pocket Wizard systems just as Nikon flash users have been able to do forever - finally ! But be careful of what you are expecting - off camera flash is great, but with little speedlights it can result in very harsh or oddly oriented shadows that may not be what you want if you get the flash too far away from the camera or don't use bounce or some other trick. A disappointment - I have not been able to successfully and reliably use the high speed sync features that the instructions claim are possible - most of the time my Canon 1Ds Mark III or 5D Mk II just will not cooperate with the Pocket Wizard.

MOSES G.

2009-11-02T19:00:00

Works as indicated. I'll never go back to wires. I haven't gotten creative yet but I am having much more success with lighting. I have a Canon 5D Mark II with 580exII flash. with the standard cable it couldn't take use of ETTL. I have that with the Pocket Wizard now.

Phil H.

2009-07-15T21:00:00

works great. Scary is the plastic hotshoe mount. Check the youtube reviews also against radiopoppers

phil h.

2009-06-05T21:00:00

The t1 mini gives you wireless control of off camera strobes. You are no longer contrained be distance or things like line of sight. Powerful RF can talk to your unit around corners. Highly recommend with your Canon or Nikon strobe commitment.[@]

ELVIS M.