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Vivitar 285 Zoom Thyristor Automatic Electronic Camera Flash Unit [Universal]

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US $19.99
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Item specifics

Condition
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Mount Interface
Multi Interface Shoe
Model
285HV Zoom Thyristor
Compatible Series
Universal
Light Type
Fluorescent
Guide Number
120-ISO
Country/Region of Manufacture
China
UPC
0681066325919
Compatible Brand
Universal
Brand
Vivitar
Type
Shoe Mount
MPN
233965
Features
Zoom
To Fit
Digital Camera

About this product

Product Information

The Vivitar 285HV is a flash with zoom that all digital photography enthusiasts will enjoy thoroughly. It comes with built-in variable power that ensures the best possible exposure regardless of the conditions. The lighting is soft and professional, boosting the quality of images regardless of the photographer's experience level. The Vivitar comes with built in Thyristor circuitry that gives you more flashes on a given set of batteries. The flash also includes a sufficient light indicator. Another great feature that the flash comes with are four f-stops that provide great control over the flash distance range. A variable power control is also included in the kit.

Product Identifiers

Brand
Vivitar
MPN
233965
UPC
0681066325919
Model
285-HV
eBay Product ID (ePID)
99552179

Product Key Features

Compatible Brand
Universal
Features
Zoom
To Fit
Digital Camera
Type
Shoe Mount

Dimensions

Weight
14.92 Oz
Depth
4.134in
Height
5.118in
Width
3.937in

Additional Product Features

Min Flash Duration
1ms
Required Battery
4X Battery-AA Type
Guide Number
120ft./Iso 100
Vertical Rotation Angle
+90 / 0
Additional Features
Flexible Arm
Zoom
Manual
Lens Coverage
35mm-105mm
MAXFLASH Duration
0.03ms
Manual Power Control Levels
1/2, 1/16, 1/4

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Flash recycles quickly

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  • by barlevenso_0
    Feb 23, 2017Top favourable review

    vivitar 285

    a good looking old flash, it does work well on the auto preset power levels. however, the manual modes of full, half, quarter and one sixteenth power do not work as all these settings dump full power. I will be using this flash as a bounce flash with the yellow and red settings, which will still be quite useful, and good enough for a $22 flash.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-OwnedSold by: westborncam2

  • by colbertron
    Dec 17, 2010

    Vivitar 285HV

    Great Flash, great price. This is a very powerful and capable flash for the money. Build quality leaves a bit to be desired, but problems like weak foot can be easily fixed with an after market replacement. All in all it's easy to use, and not too heavy despite it's large size. It has a wide range of Auto settings, making it very useful today, even though the design goes back to the 1970's. One note, make sure that you pick up one with the HV designation (285HV) as these use a low sync voltage that is safe for most modern DSLRs.

  • by colbertron
    Dec 17, 2010

    Vivitar 285HV

    Great Flash, great price. This is a very powerful and capable flash for the money. Build quality leaves a bit to be desired, but problems like weak foot can be easily fixed with an after market replacement. All in all it's easy to use, and not too heavy despite it's large size. It has a wide range of Auto settings, making it very useful today, even though the design goes back to the 1970's. One note, make sure that you pick up one with the HV designation (285HV) as these use a low sync voltage that is safe for most modern DSLRs.

  • by hebert_hunter
    Dec 16, 2009

    Vivitar 285HV Flash

    If you are looking for a Good Quality but Inexpensive flash for off camera lighting this is a great option. If you use a pocket Wizard remote transmitter and receiver you can situate a few of these with either hand held assistance or on stands to give more flash in alternate off camera locals. This flash does have some degree of power adjustments but it's not highly tunable like large Strobes or even Canon Flashes. A flash of this quality and under $100.00 per unit is a GREAT addition to any photographers kit and should be considered by everyone...

  • by tanase_d
    Apr 01, 2010

    vivitar 285hv

    The first impresion of this flash is of a russian tank, its sturdy, good quality plastic has been used, the zoom head its mechanical(less circuitboard to go wrong),has full manual capability control from full power to 1/2;1/4;1/16 the 1/8 step is missing for some reason that eludes me, it also has audio comfirmation to let you know when the capacitors are at full charge and you can use the flash.

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