Preview: Phottix Wireless Flash Adapter Review

I bought the Phottix remote flash adapter 2 weeks ago from Easycam (Ground Flr, Komtar). I wanted to try some dramatic flash photography and getting this adapter will give me more flexibility and ease in carrying that out. There will still be some challenges though as I do not have Nikon's CLS. Budget being a constrain, I will have to make do with my Cybertix generic flash unit.

I chose Phottix as the built quality was much better than Falcon which was more flimsy in construction. The sticker price was RM 180.00 but I got it for RM 110.00. Mr. Tan from Easycam was very nice and gave me a RM 10 discount from the initial price of RM 120.00.

1) This was the original packaging that the adapter came in.


2) As you can see in the photo above, the package includes a wireless transmitter (to the right), a receiver (to the left), 2 AAA batteries and a PC cable for those who has the adapter on their camera's.


3) A composite shot of all the accessories. This was taken in a makeshift light box that I made.



4) The bottom shot of the transmitter. You can see that there is a channel selector (blue box with 2 toggle switches).


5) A standing shot of the transmitter.

I took a few test shots using the adapter and I am pleased with its performance. The disadvantage here is that you would not be able to add a primary flash on top of your transmitter as it does not have a hotshoe. The other thing here is that I am not sure if you will be able to trigger another receiver if you get another one connected to a secondary flash unit. It would surely be interesting to try out. May need to check out with Easycam to see if they sell only the receiver.

Price: 7/10 (I'm happier if it is around RM80-90 range ;P)
Build Quality: 8.5/10 (much better compared to Falcon)
Ease of Use: 10/10 (simple, just plug and play)