I’m just now learning to use strobes creatively, and I have question about my fifteen year old SB-27 flash.
It seems a bit conspicuous that Nikon does not manufacture a long sync cord other than the three pin multi-flash model, but Impact makes one that’s 6 feet in length. Would there be any harm, or more likely a failure to work properly, connecting the SB-27 to the D700 with a long, third-party sync cord?
Additionally, I realize that electrolytic capacitors naturally degrade over time--is that going to be a problem for the SB-27?
After some online searching, I'm even more confused. As far as I can tell, both the flash and camera have FEMALE sync terminals, but the longest MALE-MALE sync cord I find is Nikon's three-footer, the SC-15.
Am I doing something wrong, because I'm finding that every other type/gender permutation under the sun is available in any length I could want!
Hi Frank,
a cord like this one should work.
Similar cords should be available from other sources too.
Regarding your second question: If your SB-27 works fine in manual and automatic mode without very long recharging times it should be okay for your intended use.
Happy strobisting, Georg!
