There are quite a few small, lightweightflashguns on the market that look very much at home on similarly compact mirrorless cameras. However, most only have a meagre maximum power output and rudimentary onboard controls, and also often lack an LCD screen around the back. This Nissin proves that you really can pack a lot into a small build, with its powerful Gn 60 rating, 24-200mm motorized zoom head, and an elegant graphical user interface based around a colour screen.
The bounce facility has 0-90-degree tilt and a full 180-degree swivel in both left and right directions. Despite its small build, the Nissin even manages to sport an LED light. It’s not particularly powerful, but still comes in useful for close-up shooting and video. Both infrared and RF wireless remote triggering are available, the latter working well with Nissin’s optional Commander Air 1 or more upmarket Commander Air 10s RF triggers, with the same caveat as the Di700A kit on test. You can buy these separately for around £79/$79 or £149/$129 respectively. The Nissin Air system works on 2.4GHz radio frequency, with a range of up to 30 metres. It also comes complete with the provision of being able to set up to eight channels in three groups.
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