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PocketWizardCameraCable

Find the Right Pocket Wizard Camera Cable

CM-N3
804-501

NM4-P
804-520

N-MCDC2
804-521

N-MCDC2-P
804-522

N90M-ACC*
802-452

CM-N3-ACC*
802-453

N90M-ACC-ND*
802-454

CM-E3_ACC*
802-456

N-MCDC2-ACC
802-455

Canon

EOS-1

EOS-1N

EOSA2

EOSA2E

EOS-3

EOS-1V

D2000

D30, D60

10D/20D/30D

40D/50D

EOS 1DS, MKII

EOS 1D MKII

EOS 1DS MKIII

EOS 1DS MKIV

EOS 5D, 5DII

EOS 7D

EOS ELAN II

EOS ELAN IIE

EOS 7

EOS 7e

REBEL DIGITAL

REBEL Ti, T1i

REBEL T2i

REBEL 2000

REBEL G, GII

REBEL XS, XSi

REBEL

REBELS

REBEL IX

Nikon

N90

N90S

F100

D1-X

D1H

D2X

D2H

D3, D3X, D3S

D70S/D80

D90, D5000

D-100 w/grip

D200/D300

D300S

D700

D1Hs

D2Xs

FUJI

Mamiya

645AF

645AFD

645AFDII

RZ PRO II

RZ PRO IID

645 PRO-TL

Rollei

3000

6000

Hasselblad

ELM

ELX

Product Description

The PocketWizard Plus II transceiver system does more than cut the cord. The PocketWizard Plus II can wirelessly trigger lights and/or cameras within a range of 1600 feet of the transceiver. Utilizing advanced wireless technologies, four 16-bit, digitally-coded channels are available for selective firing of lights, or when working in ‘crowded’ environments. If speed is a concern, images can be captured at a rate of up to 12 frames-per-second, which outpaces most currently-available cameras, pro or otherwise. Ultra-fast microprocessors allow for top sync speeds of 1/250th-second for focal-plane shutters and 1/500th for leaf shutters.The PocketWizard Plus II is compact, with a short, unobtrusive, rubberized antenna. The total height of the transceiver and antenna is less than 6.5”, and it weighs in at 6oz including the batteries. To ensure a secure fit to your camera or bracket, the Plus II features sturdy locking rings for hot shoes. Power is supplied by 2 AA batteries, which are good for about 60 hours of playtime. An optional AC adapter allows for continuous, unlimited shoot time.

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“ I can trigger a Canon flash with a Nikon camera. ” Mister E | 11 reviewers made a similar statement

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149 of 157 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars No fail operation each and every time. November 3, 2007

By R. Ocampo VINE™ VOICE

Color Name:Black Single Unit

I have to admit, the Elinchrom EL-Skyport competitor units have more advantageous specifications on paper compared to these PocketWizard Plus II units. There are a few other wireless units out there, but only two of these brands can compete if you want serious no-fail gear. Heres the comparison:

POCKETWIZARD PLUS II

1. 16-bit / 344.04MHz
2. Sync up to 1/500s
3. 4 Channels
4. 1600+ foot range
5. AA battery or AC
6. Transceiver (auto-sensing, no need to purchase different units)
7. Flexible rubber antenna (no swivel)

ELINCHROM EL-SKYPORT

1. 40-bit / 2.4GHz
2. Sync up to 1/1000s
3. 8 Channels
4. 50 meter range indoor / 120 meter range outdoor (394 foot range)
5. CR2430 3.0V battery or AC
6. Receiver or Transmitter models are separate
7. Flexible 360 degree swivel antenna

The PocketWizards are even bulkier than the Skyports which are flat. The antenna of the PocketWizard looks fragile and doesn't hide or swivel down when being kept. In fact the plastic build and feel of the PocketWizard feels like a cheap radio control toy for kids.

And to add more to the above, it's almost twice as expensive than the Skyport.

So why did I still get the PocketWizard unit? The PocketWizard MultiMax transceiver is more versatile and more advanced in features than the above two models which is what I am aiming to grab to control the other PocketWizard units. I'm investing and banking on the fact that PocketWizard will try to strike a deal with other manufacturers for wireless flash trigger.

They started with Mamiya Corporation and equipped their Sekonic's current light meters with the technology including my Sekonic L-758Cine flash meter that I've installed a PocketWizard wireless module.

And unlike the Elinchrom EL-Skyport RX model (which is a custom tailored version that plugs into their own RX lighting setup), The PocketWizard technology exists in various lighting brands including Dyna-Lite, Norman, Profoto and Photogenic.

Nikon did once use PocketWizard in their D1X way back in 2002 until they started their own Creative Lighting System (CLS) which does not simply rely on triggering a flash alone, but measures, meters and communicates the information back to the camera. It would be best to know each capability and limitation especially depending on the scale of your project, intent and creativity.

The PocketWizard has been around for a longer time and they have rock-solid reliability. It sticks out from the camera hot shoe like a sore thumb and for a good reason that enables great communication with other units over a long distance.

Conclusion:

You obviously have to evaluate your needs and how you plan to build your system.

If you are on a budget and would like equal reliability over shorter and more normal triggering distances, I would suggest Elinchrom EL-Skyport. In fact I would suggest investing on RX models and be able to control Elinchrom's own lights via their downloadable EL-Skyport software.

However, if you want to stick with the proven technology and reliability of PocketWizard then building a system around this wireless set up will be an equally good investment down the line especially as they try to expand with other professional brands of photographic devices.

The advantages of Elinchrom shine when you are building a system around their own brand. Outside of this, PocketWizard has been the recognized leader...at least for now.

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44 of 47 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't live without it April 7, 2008

By Jeffery Suddeth

Color Name:Black Single Unit

I've worked with a lot of other photographers at weddings or other events and they all used the Pocket Wizard. These things work without failure. The radio signal is more reliable than an optical slave. With a range of like 1600 feet, you are pretty much covered in any situation you would find yourself in as a photographer.

They are essential in my studio work too. I use different combinations of lights, even different brands. Alien Bees, Speedotron, and even a shoe mount light as a hair light. The Pocket Wizard makes them all work together, which gives me a lot more flexibility in terms of what I can do for creative lighting.

You might have to pick up a special adapter for some lights. For instance, I had to pick up a "mini to household" cable to get the pocket wizard to sync with my Speedotron Brown line lights. I also picked up a "Hot shoe to mini" adapter so that I could use it with my SB-800 speedlight mounted on a light stand. But it comes with a mini-to-mini cable that works with Alien Bees, Studio Max, and other popular lights right out of the box.

It would be nice if they were a little cheaper but I can't really complain about the price because they have been so useful to me.

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Get the set and get a free case July 29, 2011

By Talvi TOP 500 REVIEWER

Color Name:Black Two Pack|Amazon Verified Purchase

You'll need two Pocket Wizards to fire your flash - might as well get the set. Check the prices and you'll likely find that the set price here with the carry case is about the same price as buying each one individually.

The Pocket Wizards are, of course, the industry standard right now for firing strobes. Dependable, suitable for any camera with a flash mount, and, since they are transceivers (either transmit or recieve the signals) can be used interchangeably.

The case itself is quite nice - fits two pocket wizards snugly, has a top medal clip, and a small pocket inside to hold cords.

I've been using Pocket Wizards for years and there really is nothing better on the block for triggering your remote flashes/strobes.

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