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Pocket Wizard FlexTT5 Transceiver For Canon TTL Flashes and Digital SLR Cameras

The dedicated FlexTT5TM Transceiver, with its built in hot-shoe and ControlTLTM firmware, is the perfect addition to Canon E-TTL II flash systems. The FlexTT5 takes the existing benefits of Canon wireless systems beyond the boundaries of infrared technology. When paired with the Mini TT1TM Transmitter or another FlexTT5 Transceiver, a whole new world of wireless flash freedom opens up. The FlexTT5 is also the perfect Transceiver for your manual triggering needs and works with all MultiMAX channels and many of the MultiMAX advanced functions.

The FlexTT5s simple design comes to life through its hot-shoe connection with a camera or flash. Mount a flash or command unit on the FlexTT5 to use the same zone controls and ratio commands as you would normally. The system tracks your changes in ISO, shutter speed and aperture and reacts accordingly to make sure exposures stay right on target. Use the flash compensation dial on your camera or flash just as you would normally and the changes pass seamlessly through the system.

The FlexTT5 has two channel configuration settings; C1 and C2. Each can be programmed as needed with up to 20 ControlTL channels for TTL photography, or 32 standard channels for manual flash photography. The FlexTT5 Transceiver also has a three-zone selector switch for ease of use with Canon zones and ratios.

With PocketWizard HyperSyncTM Technology, the FlexTT5 can precisely advance the timing of your flash trigger so that increased flash sync speeds, up to 1/500th of a second is achievable with many strobes.

User Ratings and Reviews

1 Star I was going to buy this… but
I haven’t purchased this product, but was about too. The reviews on this are frightening to say the least. I own the 5D MkII and 2-580EXII speedlites, I’m a part-time photographer and full-time graphic designer. I’ve been photographing weddings, portraits, and families for about 5 years now, and I’m starting to jump into working with models. I’ve been at a number of photoshoots with Pro’s and have never heard so many horrible reviews about one product as these. I’ve always heard of the pocket wizard, and seen them at different shoots, but never owned one.

They are very pricey items, but after reading the reviews about this particular item, I’m not sure that I would buy this or any of there products in the future. Is there any transmitting and receiving units out there that someone would recommended?

5 Stars Works as advertised!
I don’t shoot everyday but this product does exactly what is says it does. Works seamlessly with your Canon camera and speedlites.

1 Star Don’t waste your time.
This is not ready for the 5DII and 580exII yet. 8 out of 10 times they cannot work(even within 20 feet). I did an upgrade to the latest firmwares for both FlexTT5 and MiniTT1, no help at all. As a wedding photographer, I just can’t rely on them.

2 Stars needs work
The Pros , ETTL works ,flash compensation works from the camera(1DIII & 1DsIII)I am assuming the 5D II as well. There is no need to have a 580exII on top of the flexTT5 for this funtion to work.This is great for those of us who have not yet mastered full manual yet !

The Cons , I could only get my units to fire at 30 feet , seems that infrared output from 580exII prevent radio signals from reaching unit. Pocket Wizard shows you (website) how to overcome (somwhat)this with the use of unit seperating ideas . They explain how to use a longer arm to seperate the 580exII and the flexTT5 and how to connect the two with a cable and the use of a shield over the cable(Speedlite side). I don’t know about you but I don’t want to carry and put together anymore “stuff” than I have to.The flexTT5 looks and feels like a toy (cheap) , be VERY carefull with it ! On my first shoot , I placed the unit on a Manfrotto 5001b stand , the placed the 580exII on top of it (where its supposed to go). The flexTT5 became “unglued” at the shoe between Speedlite and flexTT5. Pocket wizard said they had heard of this happening and would replace it at no cost to me . I actually spoke with a real person when I called the company , and that alone makes for good customer service !

Conclusion , I know that when you have an idea , you test it first before you have it manufactured . Pocket Wizard plans to market a “shield” that keeps I.R. signals from affecting the TT5 , we will just have to see about this one . I purchased four units before any of this info was available and now wish maybe I should have waited for the reviews !

2 Stars Beta Equipment Sucks!!!
WTF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

First-time owner of this company’s product–2 of the Canon FlexTT5(tm). I am using it with a 580EX II and there isn’t a dull moment!!! Problems, glitches, and now on one of my units the TEST/LEARN button went bad!!! I missed a photo shoot due to this not ready for prime time pay for beta equipment!!! Just when I figured out how to have my Sekonic