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Review on PHOLSY Off-Camera TTL Flash Sync Cord - 6.5' (2 m) for Olympus/Panasonic Cameras, Replacement for Olympus FL-CB05 by Epickson Palma

Revainrating 5 out of 5

No autofocus light. Equivalent to SC-28, not SC-29; Update

Update note: After Pholsy read my review he corrected the description. I am now updating my rating to reflect this. It is an excellent replacement for the SC-28. First review: This cable is sold as a replacement for the Nikon SC-29, but beware: it lacks the autofocus assist light of the real SC-29 and is really just the SC. -28 It's thin enough for most purposes, but in low light the AF assist light becomes critical and this cable simply lacks that capability. I've added a photo showing a (worn) real SC-29 next to the Pholsy cable and you can see it's missing the light module as well as the switch at the other end to connect the flash for the AF light. Another Annoyance is that the cable faces forward when plugged into the camera's hot shoe, rather than to the side like the original SC-29. It's fine with its limitations, but don't expect it to replace the SC-29. EDIT: The retailer contacted me, returned a small refund, and asked to change my rating; They also promised to correct the claim that it was a replacement for the SC-29. I've raised my rating from two to three stars because it's a good line to replace the SC-28. However, as it's still listed as a replacement for the SC-29, I can't in good conscience rate it higher as it's not an adequate replacement without the help of autofocus. If they change the description I will update my review.

Pros
  • ✔ NOTE: WILL NOT FIT Olympus FL-LM3
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