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by Paul W
Sat Nov 12, 2011 10:05 am
Forum: Alpha A-mount System
Topic: A77 and F42 AM flash gun functionality query
Replies: 5
Views: 3495

Re: A77 and F42 AM flash gun functionality query

Many thanks again David...
by Paul W
Wed Nov 09, 2011 12:28 am
Forum: Alpha A-mount System
Topic: A77 and F42 AM flash gun functionality query
Replies: 5
Views: 3495

Re: A77 and F42 AM flash gun functionality query

As I understand it the A43's Wireless Ratio Control makes it possible to select light emission ratios for up to three separate flash units. I guess the remaining question is can the F42 be controlled by the F43 in this way - if not I might return it. David, do you know the answer? If it can - the Cu...
by Paul W
Wed Nov 09, 2011 12:04 am
Forum: Alpha A-mount System
Topic: A77 and F42 AM flash gun functionality query
Replies: 5
Views: 3495

Re: A77 and F42 AM flash gun functionality query

David, Many thanks for your confirmation. It means I will stick at the one I just bought (instead of buying another) and maybe one day acquire the 43. The reason I will keep it is that I bought it from Curry's for just £125.60...labelled as 'used ' but arrived fully boxed and as new with a 3 month g...
by Paul W
Tue Nov 08, 2011 10:15 am
Forum: Alpha A-mount System
Topic: A77 and F42 AM flash gun functionality query
Replies: 5
Views: 3495

A77 and F42 AM flash gun functionality query

Is there any functionality I will miss with the F42AM compared with the F43 and F53 models in terms of controlling other flashes - I have just ordered one but could return it if there are key differences in wireless control I understand about the head rotation and power differences, but its more abo...
by Paul W
Sun May 30, 2010 12:01 am
Forum: Alpha E-Mount system
Topic: Why did Sony introduce the NEX for P&S upgraders - not ...
Replies: 58
Views: 19402

Re: Why did Sony introduce the NEX for P&S upgraders - not .

To barry Probably a number of reasons: NEX3 and 5 are at an interesting price point below other similar offerings - they need to do this as Oly and Panasonic already have some presence in this area. Sony has far better !Q and high ISO performance than other m4/3rds offerings in this new sector...ind...