drbrog Posted March 30, 2012 Share #1 Â Posted March 30, 2012 Advertisement (gone after registration) I'm a new owner of an X1, working my way up the learning curve. I also own Nikon gear and speedlights. I am wondering if I can use a Nikon speedlight on the X1 and if so, what functionality will be available. Will it work in a " TTL" mode , automatic or just manual? Thanks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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rodders Posted March 31, 2012 Share #2 Â Posted March 31, 2012 Why don't you just try it and see if it works if you have all the gear. Â I have a nikon flash extension and that works great with my leica flash. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wda Posted March 31, 2012 Share #3 Â Posted March 31, 2012 drbrog, Welcome to the forum! Â I see reason why not. The Nikon compatible synch cord is widely recommended for Leica digital cameras. I use one on my Digilux 2 and X1, but only rarely. I much prefer the atmosphere of available light, particularly indoors. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert blu Posted March 31, 2012 Share #4 Â Posted March 31, 2012 I think you can use the Nikon Flash as slave flash activated by the x1 flash. I tried it with the SB26 but I think more recent flash can be used in this way. Personally I prefer the small Metz 28 CS2 (because of the side) but the way to use is the same. Set the x1 flash compensation @ -2 or -3 and bounce the Nikon flash on the ceiling or on a wall behind you. Result should be more pleasant than just using the straight flash. I hope this helps. robert Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
drbrog Posted March 31, 2012 Author Share #5 Â Posted March 31, 2012 Thanks for the wishes and suggestions. I'll give it a try and see what happens! Â I also prefer available light but, as you know, that's not always available in sufficient amounts! Â Â I think you can use the Nikon Flash as slave flash activated by the x1 flash. I tried it with the SB26 but I think more recent flash can be used in this way. Personally I prefer the small Metz 28 CS2 (because of the side) but the way to use is the same. Set the x1 flash compensation @ -2 or -3 and bounce the Nikon flash on the ceiling or on a wall behind you.Result should be more pleasant than just using the straight flash. I hope this helps. robert Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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