Hi Folks,
I shoot with an Aria and mostly the 50/1.4 and 135/2.8. I am getting more into "event" photography such as weddings, awards banquets, and motion picture still photography. I am looking to step up to an AX or the new "improved" RXII ( more on that another time...).
So here's what's on my mind: I use the TLA360 with a large pocket bounce and an inexpensive side bracket for off camera flash. I use the TLA extension cords ( 3 pin ). I am considering the TLA 480 flash system, but wanted some feedback.
1) Does anyone use this flash ? And what are your opinions?
2) Does the hot shoe connector utilize all 5 pins or just the standard three ? It is a pain when you are on the run and you have to keep synching the F-stop between your camera and flash ( Also when you flip the head up - you lose your distance scale ). Also would like to simply dial in the exposure compensation once and be done with it
3) I saw a Metz 60Ct in action at a wedding. This falsh also allows you to swivel the head up - which the TLA480 does as well, but the way the head is shaped, you can attach many more types of reflectors.
4) Also if I am reading the Metz literature correctly, their SCA adapter for the Contax is using ALL 5 PINS ! Wondering if this was true or not.
5) And lastly, I noticed B&H doesn't list the TLA480 anymore, even though all the N and 645 brochures still have it in there. Did Contax stop production ?
Trying to go to the next level with the manual focus line, which I love. But interested in your opinions on the best purchase decisions.
Best,
Alan
Indianapolis