Flash from Santa...which one?

[TZZDC26562]

Ok I dont get it does it say anywhere that the SB-28's dont need the hotshoe mount (thats with the AS-E900) from what I've seen with the pics of the flash it does'nt have it. So far when I mean the longest cord without getting in the way I plan on extending the RX flash bracket to its full length if I ever need to do portraits. So whats the best cable without the bulk.

Sorry if I seem to be a jackass I just never bought a flash for a camera before and never really used one.
I guess is there any guide to the SB-28's thats really good?

 

[sys_prog]

The AS-E900 is the shortest connection available bewteen the CP950/990 and a flash. The cable is 11 inches long and is not coiled. The next shortest cable is 5 feet (SC-17 coiled, SC-18 straight). The AS-E900 can be used with any Nikon compatible flash.

Unless you are using a Nikon flash with a TTL connector (SB-24, SB-25, SB-26, or SB-28), you need the AS-E900. These listed flashes can be used with the SC-17 or SC-18 cable, but as mentioned, these are long cables.

I canceled the order for the rollbar after considering that you do
need to buy the other rollbar to make portrait pics which I
occasinally do. I've decided to go with the clamping RX flash
bracket but do I still need the AS-E900 cable. Basically I need the
shortest cable that wont really get in my way I realize they have a
coiled version of the AS-E900 but just the cable. I dont want
anything too long but not too short. Also the AS-E900 is required
right because it has the hotshoe on it at one end.

 

[sys_prog]

The AS-E900 is the "hot shoe". It includes an 11 inch cable wired directly into the shoe. The shoe also has two additional TTL ports for connecting additional flashes. The AS-E900 is a short TTL cable factory attached to the Nikon AS-10 TTL Multi Flash adapter. The AS-10, with no cable, costs more than the AS-E900. If this confuses you, just read the first sentence and ignore the rest!

The Nikon flask bracket, SK-E900, includes the AS-E900. You do not need to buy anything else.

A blonde question:
People here are mentioning the AS-E900 connector... is that the
"hot shoe"?

The flash bracket that's sold by Nikon, doesn't that have it all?

I'm easily confused so please explain this to me.

Also, some stuff that's easy to find in the US are dead hard to
find here in Sweden. Some companies doesn't even ship abroad so it
has to be some brands that's wellknown in the photography business
and most likely possible to be found in Sweden or at least ship to
Sweden.

Thanks!

Petra

http://www.panix.com/~donwiss/flashfaq.html

Unless you get a Nikon flash with an external TTL connection (such
as the SB-28), you will also need to get a Nikon AS-E900 adapter,
which costs around $35. The SB-22s does not have an external TTL
connection. To connect the SB-28, you will need a TTL cable such
as the SC-18, which costs about $30.

Although the Nikon flash bracket SK-E900 comes with an AS-E900, it
costs about $60 and places the flash to the left of the camera.
Many CP users prefer a third-party bracket such as the Stroboframe
QuickFlip 350 (about $45), which centers the flash fairly well over
the lens in both portrait and landscape mode. The AS-E900 is not
long enough to use with the Stroboframe bracket so, unless you are
comfortable with a soldering iron, you will need the SC-18 cable.
There is also a coiled version of the TTL cable, the SC-17, but is
runs $60. For the CP950 to sit properly on the QuickFlip 350, you
will need to file a notch in the frame for the flash cable. A
dremel tool does this nicely.

Since Santa is feeling generous, get the Nikon TC-E2 teleconverter.
Most of the posts I have seen about teleconverts agree that the
Nikon unit is significantly better than the others. The TC-E3 is
also very good, but it is also much heavier.

Hope this helps.

OK, I've got word from Santa that he'll be getting me a flash and a
flash bracket for Christmas. Question is what flash to get.

Does the SB-22s work with my CP 950?
If I would go with a Sunpak 433AF instead, what's the diffrence
between that an the Nikon flash (except price)?
Anyone know anything about Soligor and if they are good with the CP
950?

Actually Santa is very giving, he's also going to get me a x2
teleconverter from Nikon... so I'm in heaven, but i need to know
what brands to get or Santa is getting confused. He knows all about
making people happy (if they've been good during the year) but he
doesn't know much about photography.

Any input is appriciated!

Petra

 

[TZZDC26562]

So the SC-17 and SC-18 have the same hotshoe connector as the AS-E900 but its just longer and coiled/non coiled. Hmm

 

[TZZDC26562]

Ok plain and simple if I am getting the RX flash mount (the one that grips the body of the 990) and the SB-28 flash so what else do I need. I dont think the flash comes with any hotshoe on it (duh). And if I want to extend the bracket to make it so I can take Portraits then how long of a cable do I need or more correctly which cable do I need?

I know I need the hotshoe the flash rests on but which one of these AS-E900 or SK-E900 have it included, I'm assuming the SC-17 cable is the 5ft long coiled cable.

In a nut shell do I need the following:
AS-E900 or SK-E900?
also do I need the SC-17 cable if I want it coiled but longer?

 

[PowerPet]

Thanks JRM, that did answer my questions

Petra

The Nikon flask bracket, SK-E900, includes the AS-E900. You do not
need to buy anything else.

A blonde question:
People here are mentioning the AS-E900 connector... is that the
"hot shoe"?

The flash bracket that's sold by Nikon, doesn't that have it all?

I'm easily confused so please explain this to me.

Also, some stuff that's easy to find in the US are dead hard to
find here in Sweden. Some companies doesn't even ship abroad so it
has to be some brands that's wellknown in the photography business
and most likely possible to be found in Sweden or at least ship to
Sweden.

Thanks!

Petra

http://www.panix.com/~donwiss/flashfaq.html

Unless you get a Nikon flash with an external TTL connection (such
as the SB-28), you will also need to get a Nikon AS-E900 adapter,
which costs around $35. The SB-22s does not have an external TTL
connection. To connect the SB-28, you will need a TTL cable such
as the SC-18, which costs about $30.

Although the Nikon flash bracket SK-E900 comes with an AS-E900, it
costs about $60 and places the flash to the left of the camera.
Many CP users prefer a third-party bracket such as the Stroboframe
QuickFlip 350 (about $45), which centers the flash fairly well over
the lens in both portrait and landscape mode. The AS-E900 is not
long enough to use with the Stroboframe bracket so, unless you are
comfortable with a soldering iron, you will need the SC-18 cable.
There is also a coiled version of the TTL cable, the SC-17, but is
runs $60. For the CP950 to sit properly on the QuickFlip 350, you
will need to file a notch in the frame for the flash cable. A
dremel tool does this nicely.

Since Santa is feeling generous, get the Nikon TC-E2 teleconverter.
Most of the posts I have seen about teleconverts agree that the
Nikon unit is significantly better than the others. The TC-E3 is
also very good, but it is also much heavier.

Hope this helps.

OK, I've got word from Santa that he'll be getting me a flash and a
flash bracket for Christmas. Question is what flash to get.

Does the SB-22s work with my CP 950?
If I would go with a Sunpak 433AF instead, what's the diffrence
between that an the Nikon flash (except price)?
Anyone know anything about Soligor and if they are good with the CP
950?

Actually Santa is very giving, he's also going to get me a x2
teleconverter from Nikon... so I'm in heaven, but i need to know
what brands to get or Santa is getting confused. He knows all about
making people happy (if they've been good during the year) but he
doesn't know much about photography.

Any input is appriciated!

Petra

 

[PowerPet]

Thank you JRM, you've been so helpful and straighten out many of my question marks.

Now I know how to do it regarless of what I get... and that's the most important thing. All I need now is to see how much Santa can afford to spend on me.

Thanks again!

Petra

The Nikon bracket places the flash to the left of the lens.
Although this reduces red-eye, it also causes shadows to appear to
the right of whatever you photograph. Even if you hold the camera
sideways for portrait mode, there will be a shadow cast to one side.

The Stroboframe centers the flash over the lens in both portrait
and landscape mode. This positioning causes the shadow to be
hidden directly behind the subject. The Stroboframe also has a
nice padded grip which makes it more comfortable to handle.

The Nikon bracket is a "package" solution. For about $60 you get a
bracket and the AS-E900 (which costs about $35).

The Stroboframe setup will cost about $109. The bracket is $44,
the AS-E900 (required for either the SB-22s or SunPak 433D) is $35,
and the SC-18 cable is another $30. So the flexibility of the
Strobrafame setup costs about $50 more than the Nikon bracket.

The Nikon TC-E2 is an excellent converter, and you can attach the
B-300 to the TC-E2 using a 62-55mm step down ring. The B-300
usually costs $130 - $140, and the ring is $7 - $10. Many people
perfer this combination over the TC-E3 because it is more flexible.

Yes that helped. I think I'll either go with the Sunpak 433D or the
Nikon SB-22s and Nikon's own flashbracket unless someone convince
me otherwise.

I asume buying the Nikon teleconverter x2 is a good idea not only
because of the excellent optics but also because it's made for the
Coolpix cameras. If I'm not mistaken it's also possible to attach
another teleconverter like the Olympus B-300 to it with some stepup
rings?

Thanks!

Petra

http://www.panix.com/~donwiss/flashfaq.html

Unless you get a Nikon flash with an external TTL connection (such
as the SB-28), you will also need to get a Nikon AS-E900 adapter,
which costs around $35. The SB-22s does not have an external TTL
connection. To connect the SB-28, you will need a TTL cable such
as the SC-18, which costs about $30.

Although the Nikon flash bracket SK-E900 comes with an AS-E900, it
costs about $60 and places the flash to the left of the camera.
Many CP users prefer a third-party bracket such as the Stroboframe
QuickFlip 350 (about $45), which centers the flash fairly well over
the lens in both portrait and landscape mode. The AS-E900 is not
long enough to use with the Stroboframe bracket so, unless you are
comfortable with a soldering iron, you will need the SC-18 cable.
There is also a coiled version of the TTL cable, the SC-17, but is
runs $60. For the CP950 to sit properly on the QuickFlip 350, you
will need to file a notch in the frame for the flash cable. A
dremel tool does this nicely.

Since Santa is feeling generous, get the Nikon TC-E2 teleconverter.
Most of the posts I have seen about teleconverts agree that the
Nikon unit is significantly better than the others. The TC-E3 is
also very good, but it is also much heavier.

Hope this helps.

OK, I've got word from Santa that he'll be getting me a flash and a
flash bracket for Christmas. Question is what flash to get.

Does the SB-22s work with my CP 950?
If I would go with a Sunpak 433AF instead, what's the diffrence
between that an the Nikon flash (except price)?
Anyone know anything about Soligor and if they are good with the CP
950?

Actually Santa is very giving, he's also going to get me a x2
teleconverter from Nikon... so I'm in heaven, but i need to know
what brands to get or Santa is getting confused. He knows all about
making people happy (if they've been good during the year) but he
doesn't know much about photography.

Any input is appriciated!

Petra

 

[sys_prog]

The SC-17 and SC-18 are cables only, they do not have an attached hot shoe like the AS-E900. If you have a Nikon SB-24, SB25, SB26, or SB-28, you do not need the hot shoe, so the SC-17 or SC-18 is sufficient. For any other flash, you will need the hot shoe.

The hot shoe is available without a cable as the Nikon AS-10 ($40), but then of course you will need to buy a cable such as the SC-17 or SC-18.

Since the AS-E900 usually sells for less than the AS-10 and comes with a short cable, buy the AS-E900. If you need a longer cable, you can use the SC-17 or SC-18 with the AS-E900.

So the SC-17 and SC-18 have the same hotshoe connector as the
AS-E900 but its just longer and coiled/non coiled. Hmm

 

[sys_prog]

You will need the AS-E900 only. The SK-E900 includes the AS-E900 and a bracket, which you won't need. The cable on the AS-E900 is long enough to work properly with the VersaTec bracket. No extensions needed.

You can see photos of a CP950 being used with the VersaTec, an SB-28, and the AS-E900 at:

http://www.steves-digicams.com/rx2000.html

If for some reason you need a longer cable, you can use either the SC-17 (coiled) or the SC-18 (straight) TTL cables. You don't need either of the cables to use an SB-28 with the VersaTec, as long as you have the AS-E900.

Ok plain and simple if I am getting the RX flash mount (the one
that grips the body of the 990) and the SB-28 flash so what else do
I need. I dont think the flash comes with any hotshoe on it (duh).
And if I want to extend the bracket to make it so I can take
Portraits then how long of a cable do I need or more correctly
which cable do I need?

I know I need the hotshoe the flash rests on but which one of these
AS-E900 or SK-E900 have it included, I'm assuming the SC-17 cable
is the 5ft long coiled cable.

In a nut shell do I need the following:
AS-E900 or SK-E900?
also do I need the SC-17 cable if I want it coiled but longer?

 

[TZZDC26562]

You have been the most helpful with my questions

so realistically all I need is the bracket the Versatec one then the AS-E900 and the SB-28 flash. What if I choose lets say a Sunpak 433 flash for the 990 what would I need.

 

[Steve in CT]

Just substitute the 433D for the SB-28. Same Versatec bracket, same AS-E900 hot shoe with 11" cable. Make sure to order a 433D with the Nikon mount.

You have been the most helpful with my questions

so realistically all I need is the bracket the Versatec one then
the AS-E900 and the SB-28 flash. What if I choose lets say a Sunpak
433 flash for the 990 what would I need.

 

[Rick32016]

http://www.steves-digicams.com/rx2000.html

For information on the various Nikon flashes (text only), see:

http://www.cs.kau.se/~nicke/private/photo/speedlight/menu.html

The SB-24, SB-25, SB-26, and SB-28 all have similar power and
bounce capabilities. As far as the CP950 and CP990 are concerned,
there is not much of a difference between these flashes. The SB-28
is smaller and lighter than the others, but there is no reason to
buy the SB-28 if you already own one of the other speedlights.

I just received my Stroboframe QuickFlip 350 and Nikon SC-18 cable
this week. Although I have not used it much, the bracket is very
well made and easy to handle. I am currently using it with an
SB-22s, and the bracket centers the flash nicely over the lens in
both portrait and landscape modes.

I have ordered an SB-28 because I want more power and more
flexibility in aiming the flash (the SB-22s flash head does not
swivel, but the flash can be rotated for bounce). Although a used
SB-24, SB-25, or SB-26 flash may be a little cheaper, I usually
don't buy used equipment unless I know where it has been. If money
is no object, get the SB-28 ($300). Most folks will be happy with
the SB-22s ($114). I have been using the SB-22s for over a year
and have been very satisfied with it. I probably don't really need
the SB-28, but now I will have a backup flash in case one ever dies.

If you get the SB-22s and the Stroboframe 350, you will need the
AS-E900 adapter to connect the flash to the camera. The cable on
the AS-E900 is not long enough to use with the Stroboframe, so
unless you want to splice the cable and add a few inches, you will
also need the SC-18 cable. You do not need the AS-E900 ($35) with
the SB24, SB25, SB-26, or SB-28.

Additional info can be found at:

http://www.panix.com/~donwiss/flashfaq.html

I bought the Stroboframe QuickFlip 350 ($44), SC-18 cable ($30), a
28mm UV filter ($10), and a StoFen Omni-Bounce ($17) at

http://www01.bhphotovideo.com/default.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=StartLink__Aindex_html

I have been dealing with B&H Photo for over 10 years and have
always been very satified with their proces and quick delivery.

So basically what would you recommend?
I want the flash on the top of my 990 so what bracket would I need?

Also what cable do I need (if it does'nt come with the bracket)

Also would you recommend the SB-28 regardless if you dont use all
the features of the flash because of the 990?

Question for you guys ... I have an old SB23 Nikon flash. Will I need the ASE900 and SC-18 to mount this flash on the CP950??

 

[sys_prog]

To use an SB-23, all you need is the AS-E900. The AS-E900 only has an 11 inch cable, so if you need to have the flash further away from the camera, then you will also need the SC-17 or SC-18 cable.

http://www.steves-digicams.com/rx2000.html

For information on the various Nikon flashes (text only), see:

http://www.cs.kau.se/~nicke/private/photo/speedlight/menu.html

The SB-24, SB-25, SB-26, and SB-28 all have similar power and
bounce capabilities. As far as the CP950 and CP990 are concerned,
there is not much of a difference between these flashes. The SB-28
is smaller and lighter than the others, but there is no reason to
buy the SB-28 if you already own one of the other speedlights.

I just received my Stroboframe QuickFlip 350 and Nikon SC-18 cable
this week. Although I have not used it much, the bracket is very
well made and easy to handle. I am currently using it with an
SB-22s, and the bracket centers the flash nicely over the lens in
both portrait and landscape modes.

I have ordered an SB-28 because I want more power and more
flexibility in aiming the flash (the SB-22s flash head does not
swivel, but the flash can be rotated for bounce). Although a used
SB-24, SB-25, or SB-26 flash may be a little cheaper, I usually
don't buy used equipment unless I know where it has been. If money
is no object, get the SB-28 ($300). Most folks will be happy with
the SB-22s ($114). I have been using the SB-22s for over a year
and have been very satisfied with it. I probably don't really need
the SB-28, but now I will have a backup flash in case one ever dies.

If you get the SB-22s and the Stroboframe 350, you will need the
AS-E900 adapter to connect the flash to the camera. The cable on
the AS-E900 is not long enough to use with the Stroboframe, so
unless you want to splice the cable and add a few inches, you will
also need the SC-18 cable. You do not need the AS-E900 ($35) with
the SB24, SB25, SB-26, or SB-28.

Additional info can be found at:

http://www.panix.com/~donwiss/flashfaq.html

I bought the Stroboframe QuickFlip 350 ($44), SC-18 cable ($30), a
28mm UV filter ($10), and a StoFen Omni-Bounce ($17) at

http://www01.bhphotovideo.com/default.sph/FrameWork.class?FNC=StartLink__Aindex_html

I have been dealing with B&H Photo for over 10 years and have
always been very satified with their proces and quick delivery.

So basically what would you recommend?
I want the flash on the top of my 990 so what bracket would I need?

Also what cable do I need (if it does'nt come with the bracket)

Also would you recommend the SB-28 regardless if you dont use all
the features of the flash because of the 990?

Question for you guys ... I have an old SB23 Nikon flash. Will I need the ASE900 and SC-18 to mount this flash on the CP950??