What are the different options for triggering a flash off camera?
Sync Cords: PC sync cords: This option requires that your camera and flash have PC connections. If your flash has a male connection (ie. Vivitar 285HV,) you will need a PC extension cord – PC Male to PC Female, also described as PC-PC. If your flash has a female connection (ie. Nikon Speedlites,) you will need a Male to Male PC cord. House hold (AC) Sync cords: This will require a house hold connection to your flash, such as the Wein HSH adapter. Pros: -This is the cheapest and the most reliable way to fire your flash. -Extra Extension for a house hold system can be accomplished with a standard house hold extension cord available at any hardware store for very cheap. -Extension for the PC route is also cheap. $11 for 15ft. extension. -To my knowledge, the only cord that is available for cameras with out a PC jack, but that have a Hot shoe is the Paramount Hot shoe to House hold cord (HS-15S). While it’s a bit more pricy ($27,) it’s definitely an advantage as an option. Radio frequency
Sync Cords: PC sync cords: This option requires that your camera and flash have PC connections. If your flash has a male connection (ie. Vivitar 285HV,) you will need a PC extension cord – PC Male to PC Female, also described as PC-PC. If your flash has a female connection (ie. Nikon Speedlites,) you will need a Male to Male PC cord. House hold (AC) Sync cords: This will require a house hold connection to your flash, such as the Wein HSH adapter.
