Flash Units – Frequently Asked Questions

An external flash unit that is connected to the camera via the accessory shoe or a sync cable. It produces additional light when fired.

For low light and strong contrasts. External flashes are more powerful, can be positioned better, and are often rotatable and tiltable – ideal for portraits and interiors.

Partially – caution is advised here. The firing voltage of older flashes can damage digital cameras. Flashes with a low firing voltage or a suitable adapter are suitable for use with a digital camera.

Via the accessory shoe on top of the camera or via a sync cable to the corresponding socket.

The shortest shutter speed at which the shutter is still fully open when the flash fires. If it is exceeded, part of the image remains dark.

One where you set the power yourself instead of leaving it to the automatic mode. This gives full control – and requires some practice or a light meter.

If the flash head is rotatable or tiltable, yes. The flash is then directed at the ceiling or wall, the light becomes softer, and the shadows disappear.

Yes – especially in guide number, charging time, and features. What a device can do is stated in the product description.

Every flash for firing and charging behavior. The device itself is included in the delivery; bag, cable, or diffuser only if they are mentioned in the product title.

Flash units receive a condition rating – usually Good, less often Acceptable or Defective. Which one it is, you can see from the symbol at the top left of the product image and as a line under the price. More about this: How we check flash units.

No, batteries are not included in the delivery.

You can find shipping times and payment methods under Shipping and Payment.

On the Returns page, you can request a return. Regardless of this, your statutory right of withdrawal applies.