Cheap Opteka EF-600 DG Super EO-TTL II Speed Blitz Flash for Nikon Digital SLR Cameras
The Opteka EF-600 DG SUPER ETTL-II is designed to work with both the newest Nikon Digital SLR cameras, for advanced flash photography. It has a maximum guide number of 148 feet or 45 meter at 85mm focal length (ISO 100).The projection angle of the flashgun is set automatically to match the lens’ focal length ranging from 24mm wide-angle to 85mm medium-telephoto. It also incorporates a built-in reflecting plate and diffuser that can be slid out from the top of the flash head for soft lighting effects. The bounce flash head can be tilted 90° upwards and can be swiveled 180° to the left and 90° to the right. In addition, the flash can also be set manually at 6 different power output levels or can be utilized as a wireless slave.
Bounce & swivel head
Flash can be tilted 90° upwards. Also can be swiveled 180° to the left and 90° to the right
AF Assist
Autofocus auxiliary lamp helps the camera to focus in low-light
LCD Display
Features an Illuminated LCD panel
Built in Reflecting Plate and Diffuser
Reduce strong light to create soft lighting effects
Front and Rear Curtain Synchronization
Useful at slow shutter speeds to give a realistic impression of movement.
Auto Power Off
Battery-saving mode shuts down power after 5 minutes
Specifications
Type: Shoe Mount
Guide No: 148′ (45 m) at 85mm
AF Illuminator: 3.3ft-20ft/1-6m (50mm Lens)
Flash Duration: 1/1000 to 1/20,000 second
TTL Dedication: Yes
Bounce Head: Yes
Swivel Head: Yes
Recycle Time: 0.5-9 seconds (based on fresh alkaline batteries & full power).
Power Source: Four 1.5-Volt “AA” batteries (alkaline, lithium, Ni-cd & Ni-MH).
Dimensions: 72.0 x 100.0 x 125mm WxHxD
Weight: 270g (without batteries)
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Technical Details
– Flash can be tilted 90° upwards. Also can be swiveled 180° to the left and 90° to the right
– Autofocus auxiliary lamp helps the camera to focus in low-light
– Features an Illuminated LCD panel
– Useful at slow shutter speeds to give a realistic impression of movement
– Works on all Nikon Digital SLR Camera’s including the D700, D300, D200, D90, D80, D70, D60, D3, etc
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2010-04-29
By Frank Cosmano (Arizona)
WOW….. I couldn’t be more pleased.
I have a Nikon D60 and with it I purchased the Nikon SB400 flash both serve me well.
However, early on I realized that there were limitations with the SB400 that did not fit some shooting conditions. So I decided it was time for more power in my flash photography. I was asked to do some pictures at a friend’s wedding (not to replace the pro photographer but to contribute my perspective to the event). The wedding was going to start at 7:00 PM (oh, NO) pictures at night !
Anyway I ordered the Nikon SB600 paid the additional fee for faster delivery so I would have enough time to work with the flash before the event. I checked my order status a couple days later and discovered that the unit was on back order and I would not receive it till way after the event.
I was also running out of time. I canceled that order and started searching for a substitute. I read the specs on the Opteka Speed Blitz and decided to try it. I am no stranger to 3rd party flash systems but this was a new one for me and I was a little worried. I received the flash on time but with just 3 days before the event. I tested and worked the flash as much as I could before the rubber met the road.
This flash did everything I needed and more. I use a flash for daytime as well as night time pictures.
The event started with still daylight and ended with at night shooting. Every shot was well exposed and distance did not cause flash fall off (again WOW). If there were any bad shots it was for composition not exposure and using the flash head tilt at 60 degrees with the built in bounce card gave me some exceptional dramatic photos. The flash worked perfectly with the dedicated flash features of my Nikon D60. Also, it used TTL BL to control exposure. Anyway I got some great pictures.
I’m not a professional Photographer but I’m pretty fussy and critical with my photo work. Being able to not only tilt but rotate the head 90 degrees left and right and then a full 180 make for some very creative photos. I can remember mounting a flash backwards on my camera so I could bounce the light off a card on to the subject. Man this thing does it all. Plus I saved 150 dollars from the price of the SB600. What can I say life is good and my pictures are gooder 
