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The brand new RF-603 is a remote shutter release as well as a multi-functional radio flash trigger which can synchronously trigger flashes and studio strobes. Through the transceiver based system each item can be used flexibly as trigger or receiver. Only 2 AAA batteries are required as power source for each item. The 2.4GHz wireless frequency is suitable in most countries and guarantees high speed, distance and stability. Within capacious areas, the remote control distance may reach to 100m. The synchronization speed can reach to 1/320, depending on the situation it may reach to 1/250 or less. A set consist of 2 equal transceivers. Both of them can be a receiver as well as transmitter. It can trigger 1 flash with one set, since one serves as trigger and one as receiver. You can also buy additional transceivers to trigger 2 or more flashes at the same time. Includes (2) RF-603 transeivers (1) C1 shutter release cord
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
It may be cheap, but the RF-603 works perfectly! But it could be better!
August 9, 2011
Amazon Verified Purchase
You probably have done your research online and the fact that you stumbled on this review, more than likely you're not looking at the more expensive Pocket Wizards. Well, like many others, I figured that because a large number of people on the Strobist community are using the RF-603, I had to try it for myself.
For its price under $30, you get two trigger/receiver/transceiver and a shutter release cable. These do take two AAA batteries each, so as always with my electronic equipment, attached the Eneloop batteries and they work perfectly.
I. TEST ONE Wireless Flash Trigger (Transceiver on Camera, Receiver on Flash)
Attached one to the hotshoe mount of my Canon T3i (note: If you are buying this for a Canon, make sure you choose the right version, Rebel or non-Rebel) and turned on the power.
Before you attach the flash, turn on the other receiver. (note: This is one thing that many people don't like and this is a matter of convenience and is subjective to the individual. The problem is that the on/off button is right on top of the unit and if you attached to your flash, if you have bigger fingers, you can't turn it on and off with the small gap between the flash and the receiver. You need to detach your flash, turn it on then attach it. You just have to get into the habit of turning it on, before putting the flash on).
Attached the other to a flash and with the flash on, you will see two lights. I went ahead and took a picture and sure enough, each picture, a flash went off and you can see a red light on the receiver to show that it is receiving the message.
I will say that I tried this on a Canon Speedlite, worked perfectly, even an older Speedlite 199A from the late '70s worked. Tried it on a Yongnuo flash, worked perfectly. Tried it on a Sunpak DigiFlash 2800, it didn't work. Looking at the strobist community, the majority of a lot of modern flashes do work but I would definitely research if your flash works on the RF-603. You may find information that it works on a RF-602 (the previous version) and if that is the case, more than likely it will work on the 603.
I tested it from various locations and it worked perfectly! So, first test was a success!
Also, I just want to add that with some flashes that are high on voltage and you DON'T want to put on our camera hot shoe, you can you them on these 603's without risking your camera.
II. TEST TWO - Wireless Flash/Studio Flash Trigger Sync
This was pretty much a test of multiple flash as I did purchase two pairs of the RF-603. And sure enough, with each flash having its own receiver, I was able to trigger the slave flash perfectly with my Canon T3i.
Second test was a success! Note: I don't have Alienbees or high-end strobe lights, but you may want to do research on the strobe community for reviews.
III. TEST THREE - Wired/Wireless Remote Shutter Release
I do a lot of Macro and there are times where I can get a shot right if I press the trigger on my own. You need a wired or wireless trigger and I tested it without one, it worked. Connected the shutter release cable from my T3i to the trigger, worked perfectly.
So, third test was a success.
JUDGMENT CALL:
Sure enough, the Yongnuo RF-603's worked perfectly. The question is how long will they last, I don't know but others have had situations ala YMMV. While these are just minimal tests and short duration photography work using this kit, so far, everything has worked perfectly.
It's important to note that people do have a problem with the location of the on/off button and one just has to remember to turn it on before attaching the flash. The other is that there is no mechanism lock on the shoe foot. So, if you are putting these on a bracket/light stand, you just want to make sure that you be careful. Also, do your research online and watch videos online to see how people were able to overcome that problem. But it's a simple fix.
I also have to add that the transceiver must be on the camera's hot shoe to work. I know some people don't like that...so, it's up to you. I don't mind it on my camera hotshoe.
And last, just remember that if you go through buying this kit, purchase it for the right Canon camera as there are two difft. versions available.
Overall, this is a fantastic kit for those on a budget. Do you get what you pay for? I can tell you that you are getting way than your money's worth as you are getting two in a kit and they do the job perfectly. If you want reliability, then there is the more expensive Pocket Wizards which are over $200+ and higher for just one.
So, it all comes down to your budget. For me, these work perfectly for now and it allows me to focus my budget towards better glass and for future, better studio lighting.
For under $30, the Yongnuo RF-603 gives you more bang for the buck! Highly recommended!
For its price under $30, you get two trigger/receiver/transceiver and a shutter release cable. These do take two AAA batteries each, so as always with my electronic equipment, attached the Eneloop batteries and they work perfectly.
I. TEST ONE Wireless Flash Trigger (Transceiver on Camera, Receiver on Flash)
Attached one to the hotshoe mount of my Canon T3i (note: If you are buying this for a Canon, make sure you choose the right version, Rebel or non-Rebel) and turned on the power.
Before you attach the flash, turn on the other receiver. (note: This is one thing that many people don't like and this is a matter of convenience and is subjective to the individual. The problem is that the on/off button is right on top of the unit and if you attached to your flash, if you have bigger fingers, you can't turn it on and off with the small gap between the flash and the receiver. You need to detach your flash, turn it on then attach it. You just have to get into the habit of turning it on, before putting the flash on).
Attached the other to a flash and with the flash on, you will see two lights. I went ahead and took a picture and sure enough, each picture, a flash went off and you can see a red light on the receiver to show that it is receiving the message.
I will say that I tried this on a Canon Speedlite, worked perfectly, even an older Speedlite 199A from the late '70s worked. Tried it on a Yongnuo flash, worked perfectly. Tried it on a Sunpak DigiFlash 2800, it didn't work. Looking at the strobist community, the majority of a lot of modern flashes do work but I would definitely research if your flash works on the RF-603. You may find information that it works on a RF-602 (the previous version) and if that is the case, more than likely it will work on the 603.
I tested it from various locations and it worked perfectly! So, first test was a success!
Also, I just want to add that with some flashes that are high on voltage and you DON'T want to put on our camera hot shoe, you can you them on these 603's without risking your camera.
II. TEST TWO - Wireless Flash/Studio Flash Trigger Sync
This was pretty much a test of multiple flash as I did purchase two pairs of the RF-603. And sure enough, with each flash having its own receiver, I was able to trigger the slave flash perfectly with my Canon T3i.
Second test was a success! Note: I don't have Alienbees or high-end strobe lights, but you may want to do research on the strobe community for reviews.
III. TEST THREE - Wired/Wireless Remote Shutter Release
I do a lot of Macro and there are times where I can get a shot right if I press the trigger on my own. You need a wired or wireless trigger and I tested it without one, it worked. Connected the shutter release cable from my T3i to the trigger, worked perfectly.
So, third test was a success.
JUDGMENT CALL:
Sure enough, the Yongnuo RF-603's worked perfectly. The question is how long will they last, I don't know but others have had situations ala YMMV. While these are just minimal tests and short duration photography work using this kit, so far, everything has worked perfectly.
It's important to note that people do have a problem with the location of the on/off button and one just has to remember to turn it on before attaching the flash. The other is that there is no mechanism lock on the shoe foot. So, if you are putting these on a bracket/light stand, you just want to make sure that you be careful. Also, do your research online and watch videos online to see how people were able to overcome that problem. But it's a simple fix.
I also have to add that the transceiver must be on the camera's hot shoe to work. I know some people don't like that...so, it's up to you. I don't mind it on my camera hotshoe.
And last, just remember that if you go through buying this kit, purchase it for the right Canon camera as there are two difft. versions available.
Overall, this is a fantastic kit for those on a budget. Do you get what you pay for? I can tell you that you are getting way than your money's worth as you are getting two in a kit and they do the job perfectly. If you want reliability, then there is the more expensive Pocket Wizards which are over $200+ and higher for just one.
So, it all comes down to your budget. For me, these work perfectly for now and it allows me to focus my budget towards better glass and for future, better studio lighting.
For under $30, the Yongnuo RF-603 gives you more bang for the buck! Highly recommended!
20 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By P. LeFevre
Amazon Verified Purchase
I'm a professional photographer, I've had my RF-603C1's for about a week now. Here's a quick review for "strobist" types interested in these:
The Good:
-- Great build quality, AAA batteries instead of CR-2Vs, outstanding range, no interference, extremely reliable flash triggering, bonus remote camera release.
The Bad:
-- no lock on shoe foot, no tripod socket, on/off switch often covered by mounted flash, one of the two units *must* be on a turned-on camera hotshoe for them to work.
They trigger reliably every time, and I tested them out to the full 100 yard range claimed -- no problem. Full camera sync speed is usable (1/200th on my XTi, 1/250th on my 5D MkII), with cheaper triggers I had to drop down to 1/160th and 1/200th respectively or I'd get blackout bars in 1 out of every 4 or so frames.
The lack of a locking mechanism on the foot is an issue, hard to reliably mount them on either a camera or a light stand with a shoe adapter.
All in all they're fine if you're looking for a simple but reliable set of transceivers, and the cost is great; but the downsides could be a deal breaker. Full review posted at: http://www.makingitasapro.blogspot.com
The Good:
-- Great build quality, AAA batteries instead of CR-2Vs, outstanding range, no interference, extremely reliable flash triggering, bonus remote camera release.
The Bad:
-- no lock on shoe foot, no tripod socket, on/off switch often covered by mounted flash, one of the two units *must* be on a turned-on camera hotshoe for them to work.
They trigger reliably every time, and I tested them out to the full 100 yard range claimed -- no problem. Full camera sync speed is usable (1/200th on my XTi, 1/250th on my 5D MkII), with cheaper triggers I had to drop down to 1/160th and 1/200th respectively or I'd get blackout bars in 1 out of every 4 or so frames.
The lack of a locking mechanism on the foot is an issue, hard to reliably mount them on either a camera or a light stand with a shoe adapter.
All in all they're fine if you're looking for a simple but reliable set of transceivers, and the cost is great; but the downsides could be a deal breaker. Full review posted at: http://www.makingitasapro.blogspot.com
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
Received the "Yungnuo RF-603 C1 Wireless Flash Trigger" today from "Valuelink Supply". I had to pay $4.99 for the shipping from this seller. But, today, I find the same product from the seller 'Youngnuo' eligible for Amazon free shipping for $32.51. I would have bought this, even though my price turn out to be cheaper by 1 Cents :-)
Anyway, I did a quick test on this product and here is what I found.
Pros:
1. The trigger worked with no sync speed issue. I could take well exposed photo with my Cannon T2i at the sync speed of 1/200 sec.
2. I could fire my flash in another room separated by a dry wall.
3. Never missed a trigger so far.
4. Seems to be well built. The shoe mount is metallic (not entirely, there is some plastic components).
5. There is no separate 'transmitter' or 'receiver'. The one you attached to your camera becomes the transmitter and the one attached to your flash becomes the 'receiver'. The advantage is, if you buy another set of 2, you can trigger 3 flashes and you don't have to worry about the 'transmitter' or the 'receiver. Compare this with the "Cowboy Studio Multi function radio Trigger". If you want to control, say, 3 flash, you have to buy 2 more 'receivers' along with the 'transmitter' and 'receiver' you already have. I am not sure If you can buy the receiver alone. Even if you manage to get the 2 receivers, what will happen if the transmitter stopped working one day? All receivers becomes useless!!!!
Cons:
The cons are some design issue and not a real issue to me.
1. There is no Tripod mounting ( the screw hole similar to bottom of your camera) in this. If you want to mount this to a tripod, you have to buy a tripod mounting adaptor that provides shot shoe. Probably, a flash stand may help if it has the tripod mount on it.
2. The channel setting switch is hidden inside the battery compartment.
3. The on/off switch is nearer to the hot shoe. Guys with big fingers may have to remove the flash to set it to on or off.
4. There is no locking mechanism of this trigger to the hot shoe of your camera. The hot shoe connectors have some spring built in and hold the trigger firmly in the camera. But, if you want to attach another external flash on the transmitter (as a pass through), it will not hold it.
Final Word:
I would highly recommend this for photo enthusiastic like me and want to explore the 'off' camera lighting. It is the best 'bang' for your 'buck'. I gave 4 stars. Reduced one star for some minor design issue.
Anyway, I did a quick test on this product and here is what I found.
Pros:
1. The trigger worked with no sync speed issue. I could take well exposed photo with my Cannon T2i at the sync speed of 1/200 sec.
2. I could fire my flash in another room separated by a dry wall.
3. Never missed a trigger so far.
4. Seems to be well built. The shoe mount is metallic (not entirely, there is some plastic components).
5. There is no separate 'transmitter' or 'receiver'. The one you attached to your camera becomes the transmitter and the one attached to your flash becomes the 'receiver'. The advantage is, if you buy another set of 2, you can trigger 3 flashes and you don't have to worry about the 'transmitter' or the 'receiver. Compare this with the "Cowboy Studio Multi function radio Trigger". If you want to control, say, 3 flash, you have to buy 2 more 'receivers' along with the 'transmitter' and 'receiver' you already have. I am not sure If you can buy the receiver alone. Even if you manage to get the 2 receivers, what will happen if the transmitter stopped working one day? All receivers becomes useless!!!!
Cons:
The cons are some design issue and not a real issue to me.
1. There is no Tripod mounting ( the screw hole similar to bottom of your camera) in this. If you want to mount this to a tripod, you have to buy a tripod mounting adaptor that provides shot shoe. Probably, a flash stand may help if it has the tripod mount on it.
2. The channel setting switch is hidden inside the battery compartment.
3. The on/off switch is nearer to the hot shoe. Guys with big fingers may have to remove the flash to set it to on or off.
4. There is no locking mechanism of this trigger to the hot shoe of your camera. The hot shoe connectors have some spring built in and hold the trigger firmly in the camera. But, if you want to attach another external flash on the transmitter (as a pass through), it will not hold it.
Final Word:
I would highly recommend this for photo enthusiastic like me and want to explore the 'off' camera lighting. It is the best 'bang' for your 'buck'. I gave 4 stars. Reduced one star for some minor design issue.
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