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I used a Nikon SC-29 cord for off-camera flash with my R9/DMR. Is that the right cord for an M9 + SF24D or SF58?

 

I have seen posts that mention the Nikon SC-28 but I can't tell from the posts if there is any difference in functionality between those two. I think they are the same length.

 

Thanks,

 

--Gib

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Any old Nikon SC cord will work. I use a Nikon SC-17, bought used.

 

Another option is the Nissin SC-01 cord, which functions with several systems and has an extre shoe on the connecting piece at the camera end. That means you can put an accessory finder into it.

 

The old man from the Age of Flash Powder.

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Any old Nikon SC cord will work. I use a Nikon SC-17, bought used.

 

Another option is the Nissin SC-01 cord, which functions with several systems and has an extre shoe on the connecting piece at the camera end. That means you can put an accessory finder into it.

 

The old man from the Age of Flash Powder.

 

Thanks.

 

Never used flash power. Used a few bulbs. Don't miss them.

 

--Gib

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wondering if there is any shorter, lighter alternative for just a flash on a bracket. I bought the SC-28, but ended up using a couple of adapters and a PC cord.

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wondering if there is any shorter, lighter alternative for just a flash on a bracket. I bought the SC-28, but ended up using a couple of adapters and a PC cord.

 

If it is only flash release you want, and no TTL or other system functions, you could always go wireless.

 

Though wireless for a distance of six inches would look a bit ridiculous. Bite the bullet -- the SC permits you to use the flash handheld, angling it in any direction. This is how I shoot my SF24D for bounce. It works. Read Sean Reid's 'Working With Flash' -- that may well be an eye-opener.

 

And no, I don't miss flash powder either ... except for those times when I feel that the Christmas dinner could do with the equivalent of a SWAT shock grenade.

 

The old man from the Age of Magnesium

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Kirk Enterprises (the company that makes the camera plates) used to sell a shortened version of the Nikon cord. Don't know if they still offer it or not.

 

BTW has anybody tried a Contax TLA-100 cord? It has the central and two rear contacts, but lacks the one at 2 o'clock. I'm wondering if it will still work, the Contax cord is a lot more compact.

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Kirk Enterprises (the company that makes the camera plates) used to sell a shortened version of the Nikon cord. Don't know if they still offer it or not.

 

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I checked and they no longer offer this...but thanks very much for the info

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