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Pentax AF 540 FGZ Reviews

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$358.99

Tilt and swivel the head, Guide number of 178.2 at ISO of 100/ft, P-TTL wireless auto flash, Auto... (electronicsme.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Pentax AF 540 FGZ

We have collected and analyzed 1 expert reviews and 35 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 80/100 and users rate it 81/100. The average review date is March 13, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 7472 reviews from other Flashes. The alaScore™ for this product is 89/100 = Very good. Last update: November 21, 2009.

alaSCORE 89

890100

36 reviews

November, 2009

80 / 100

1 Expert

Product Age

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new

81 / 100

35 Users

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from $358.99

Expert Reviews (1)

US

Pentax AF540FGZ

By (electronicsme.com)

In conclusion, the AF540FGZ provides users with professional flash functionality in a handy package. While some users may be turned off by the occasional glitches that occur with this flash, the number of failures is too few to be considered a true ...

Tilt and swivel the head, Guide number of 178.2 at ISO of 100/ft, P-TTL wireless auto flash, Auto-zoom failure, Pin lock failure

If you have been looking to add a professional quality hot shoe flash to...

Pentax AF540FGZ Review: If you have been looking to add a professional...

Rating

80100

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User Reviews (35)

US

too good

By N/A (pricegrabber.com)

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really good

not very good

US

Excellent flash

By muraliy (pricegrabber.com)

I have used this flash with my new k20d camera. I have not used it much. But, I find it quite accurate in exposure under various indoor conditions. I have not tested it outdoors. One useful function I have found with this flash in low light, low contrast...

powerful, mostly accurate, focus assist lamp

a little too big

US

great flash

By pkim87 (pricegrabber.com)

This is pentax's top of the line flash. Its very powerful and its a joy to use. The tilt and swivel head provides more flexibility for when you want to bounce the flash off of the ceiling or wall. I've read about problems with the locking pin getting stuc...

powerful flash, tilt/swivel head, easy controls, built in wireless

doesn't feel very sturdy, reported problems with locking pin

Manufacturer's Description

Pentax has been a leader in the photographic field for many years. Many Pentax innovations have become standards in the industry. Pentax's enthusiasm and devotion towards the development of high-quality products have thrived over the years and continues to be stronger than ever. PRODUCT FEATURES: P-TTL mode with preflash allows for more accurate strobe photography; Wireless P-TTL flash; High speed on camera and high-speed wireless flash is available in P-TTL modes; Flash exposure...

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