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Canon 600EX-RT

Zenon Char
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p.1 #1 · Canon 600EX-RT

Looking at this and the ST-E3-RT as a system. I just don't see a convenient way to fire the flash/flashes when using my Sekonic L-358. The way I understand the L-358 transmitter module will only work with with Sekonics own system and PW.

I see the ST-E3-RT has a remote release terminal. Does anyone know if you plug a 3rd party receiver into the terminal if it will fire the flashes?

I'd be interested in any other options/solutions out there.

Nov 13, 2012 at 01:15 PM

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p.1 #2 · Canon 600EX-RT

It doesn't seem sensible to require A.N.Other radio system to trigger the Canon one - not sensible at all. It appears that must be the case.

At the moment you are restricted to using the system as it is intended, that of setting everything from the on camera flash or controller.

Nov 13, 2012 at 02:33 PM

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p.1 #3 · Canon 600EX-RT

Triggering the camera remotely is the solution.... but then you need to walk back to the camera to change the setting for the flashes you were (probably) near.

How about using the self-timer?

Nov 13, 2012 at 02:55 PM

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p.1 #4 · Canon 600EX-RT

That sounds like a pretty good idea.

Nov 13, 2012 at 11:27 PM

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p.1 #5 · Canon 600EX-RT

Got a good suggestion from POTN and found a couple of videos on you tube on it. Carry the ST-E3-RT with you, use the test flash button to fire the flash and adjust as required on the spot.

Nov 14, 2012 at 04:52 AM

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p.1 #6 · Canon 600EX-RT

...but, the on camera controller will be the thing which transmits ISO and any TTL or A settings you might be using, so those would be out. You'd end up just using Manual, which is no bad thing, then when you're set up you fit your transmitter to your camera - or reset your camera transmitter to match the one in your hand.

What about the extra groups which are camera dependent? Will they work from a hand held controller?

Nov 14, 2012 at 08:44 AM

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p.1 #7 · Canon 600EX-RT

That is what what I want it for - manual. When I'm using flash in that mode I want precise control.

If I use ETTL then it will sit on top of my camera and I'll just chimp using the histogram and experience - haha. Won't use the light meter until a better option like Sekonic or someone else comes up with a Canon friendly transmitter module for the L-358. Not gonna hold my breath. If they do they will come up with a newer version meter so I will have to spend more money. Even then if I have the time I always prefer to use manual.

Of course even in ETTL there are ways around it. Have the person hold the L-358 or something like that. Not very professional unless you have an assistant.

Nov 14, 2012 at 05:02 PM

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p.1 #8 · Canon 600EX-RT

Forget about removing the transmitter from the camera and just carry it. Trigger the shutter, read your meter, change the transmitter group settings.

Nov 14, 2012 at 07:21 PM

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p.1 #9 · Canon 600EX-RT

Good point.

Nov 14, 2012 at 07:34 PM

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p.1 #10 · Canon 600EX-RT

So I did a little mod. Had a spare mini stand (that comes with a speedlight) and I cut it down to size. Also had a spare BP connector. Just attach to belt or belt loop. So if you need two hands for something no worries. When lights are set I just pop it on the camera.

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Dec 05, 2012 at 04:32 AM

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p.1 #11 · Canon 600EX-RT

Zenon Char wrote: So I did a little mod.

Very creative. I like it.

Dec 06, 2012 at 05:05 AM

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p.1 #12 · Canon 600EX-RT

Zenon Char wrote: ...I see the ST-E3-RT has a remote release terminal. Does anyone know if you plug a 3rd party receiver into the terminal if it will fire the flashes?

I got a chance to play with the ST-E3-RT last week. It turns out the remote release terminal is to allow for firing the camera via the ST-E3-RT, using either a slave Speedlite 600EX-RT as the trigger, or using another camera with ST-E3-RT or 600EX-RT in "Link" mode for multi-camera shooting.

On pre-2012 cameras you connect that terminal to the remote release terminal of the camera via cable, but on the new bodies it's all done right through the hot shoe; pretty neat.

Now all I need is about $6K so I can buy a 5D Mark III, three 600EX-RTs and an ST-E3-RT, and I'll be set.

Dec 22, 2012 at 06:52 PM

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p.1 #13 · Canon 600EX-RT

Thanks for the feedback. Yeah all these toys are a little costly.

Dec 23, 2012 at 07:07 PM

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