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I've recently lashed out and bought a Pentax K-7, which is compatible with my various lenses. Does anyone have any idea as to whether or not it is safe to use my old Cobra 800 AF-P flashgun (strobe) with it. I know it sounds cheese-paring not to buy a new flash, but buying the camera has more-or-less bankrupted me!
Grateful for any information anyone can offer.
Thanks in advance,
Regards,
Milo
Hi Milo, Below is a link to a list of older flashguns, Along with some info about them regarding safe or not for use on a digital camera body.
If you can't find a definite answer, Its best to err on the side of caution, Rather than risking your cameras electronics.
You could also have a word with Pentax, Although " Pete " might be along and he is a Pentax man.....
So might know for sure.
Click here for flash lists & trigger voltages.....
Just be careful, If in doubt use it " Remotely " via a radio link.....![]()
EDIT: Just had a quick look at the list and it only goes as far as the 700.....
So you'll have to do some more digging to find out for sure.
One other option is to use it with " Wein " safe sync, However the safe sync is around £50 or so, Hence you may be inclined to by a new gun, That is compatible for sure.
Sumfin like this would do the job.....![]()
Thanks for all the helpful suggestions and links. I'll do a bit more digging. By the way, does anyone have a link to a Cobra website that currently works? I can't find one that carries any info about flashguns or has a viable Contact Us facility.
Regards,
Milo![]()
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