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Sunpak 555

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Model: Sunpak 555sunpak555

User Manual: not available

Guide Number: 150 (ft), 48 (m) (ISO 100, 35mm coverage)

Weight: 680g without batteries

Size: 4.0 x 10.0 x 3.9 inches

Batteries: 6 AA

Recycle Time: ~  9 seconds

Number of Flashes: ~125 at full power

Flash Durations

  • 1/450 sec at 1/1 (full)
  • 1/1000 sec at 1/2
  • 1/2000 sec at 1/4
  • 1/4000 sec at 1/8
  • 1/8000 sec at 1/16
  • 1/12000 sec at 1/32
  • 1/17000 sec at 1/64

Features:

  • tilt and swivel head
  • Camera bracket that lets you attach the bracket to the cameras tripod hole, and have the flash off to the side of your camera / also usefull for gripping
  • no zoom, 35mm (63 degree) coverage only
  • Mounts on tripod thread, not hot shoe
  • Optional Quantum Battery can be used instead of the 6 AA

Bottom Line:

This flash was for a long time, a staple in many skateboard photographers bags.  It's big and powerfull, with a generous light spread.  However for action, you'll have to use it at 1/2 power or less in order to get the proper durations.


 

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