Trying to decide on a flash

CherpeAr · Dec 11, 2018

got my camera last week (canon sl2) and researching fervently, flashes.
I’m a total complete noob and just doing it for fun but want to get quality pics of my grandson for my daughter. I’m very interested in learning how to be better.
Found this and contemplating it.
Anyone used it or have thoughts?! I’m trying to keep cost low . Thanks

goooner · Dec 11, 2018

Not sure if the flash is included in that 'flash trigger set'.

goooner · Dec 11, 2018

I have a 430 ex laying around from my canon days. If you were in Europe I would have made you a good price :allteeth:

tirediron · Dec 11, 2018

Looks like one of a slew of MiC units put out by Godox or similar. They're likely decent for casual use, but expect the build quality to be less than optimal, and it wouldn't shock me to hear that it failed suddenly, but for that price, it's hard to go wrong.

CherpeAr · Dec 11, 2018

Here’s more info

Braineack · Dec 11, 2018

I sold all my Nikon flashes for these:

https://www.adorama.com/fplfsmzca.html

JonA_CT · Dec 11, 2018

Braineack said:
I sold all my Nikon flashes for these:

https://www.adorama.com/fplfsmzca.html

I've just picked up one of those in the last couple of weeks with the cheaper of the two triggers. I've been very happy so far.

CherpeAr · Dec 11, 2018

Braineack said:
I sold all my Nikon flashes for these:

https://www.adorama.com/fplfsmzca.html

That looks good

adamhiram · Dec 11, 2018

Another recommendation for the Godox/Flashpoint speedlights. I went with the non-TTL versions and would highly recommend going with the XPro trigger for remote control of flash power.

Derrel · Dec 11, 2018

goooner said:
Not sure if the flash is included in that 'flash trigger set'.

Says in the lower right corner that it includes one flash unit...

Anyway...for $74...how can you go wrong? If it lasts two or three years, you'll be money ahead. There are MANY of these inexpensive Made in China flash units now...one that comes with triggers for $74 is a testament to how well China has been able to undercut the pricing of Japanese camera and flash manufacturers.

Braineack · Dec 12, 2018

I'd splurge for a flash with built-in radio TTL receivers...

I can control all 7 of my flashes with one simple controller -- no other devices necessary; just turn them on and they can be controlled remotely.

coincidentally I have like 7 useless radio triggers sitting in a box.

Jeff15 · Dec 12, 2018

I can recommend Godox flashes....

JonA_CT · Dec 12, 2018

Braineack said:
I'd splurge for a flash with built-in radio TTL receivers...

I can control all 7 of my flashes with one simple controller -- no other devices necessary; just turn them on and they can be controlled remotely.

coincidentally I have like 7 useless radio triggers sitting in a box.

The other nice piece about that particular Flashpoint/Godox system is that you can mix strobes and speedlights without needing to buy triggers for either.