
Neewer
Neewer NW561 Flash Speedlite Kit Wireless Trigger
★★★★★
Affordable manual flash kit with wireless trigger for multi-brand camera compatibility and creative off-camera lighting.
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Overview
Specifications
Flash Model
NW-561
Guide Number
35 (ISO 100, 35mm)
Flash Modes
M / MULTI / S1 / S2
Flash Power Range
1/128 to 1/1 (0.3EV steps, 22 levels)
Flash Duration
1/200 to 1/20000 seconds
Recycle Time
2.9 seconds
Color Temperature
5500K
Vertical Tilt
-7° to 90°
Horizontal Rotation
0° to 180°
Flash Power
4 x AA batteries (not included)
Firings Per Charge
100–1,500
Ports
Hot shoe, PC sync, external charging
Wireless Trigger Model
FC-16
Trigger Frequency
2.4GHz
Trigger Channels
16
Max Sync Speed
1/250s
Trigger Operating Distance
Up to 100m
Trigger Power
2 x AAA batteries each (transmitter and receiver)
Included Cords
C1/C3 (Canon), N1/N3 (Nikon)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Wide multi-brand compatibility covers Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Olympus, Pentax, and Panasonic hot shoe cameras
- Includes a 16-channel 2.4GHz wireless trigger with up to 100m range for reliable off-camera flash
- Fine flash power control with 22 adjustment levels from 1/128 to full power in 0.3EV steps
- Tilting and swiveling head enables versatile bounce flash for softer, more natural lighting
- Built-in S1/S2 optical slave modes provide a second wireless triggering option without the radio trigger
👎 Cons
- Manual-only flash with no TTL metering, requiring users to dial in power settings for each shot
- Fixed zoom head lacks automatic or manual zoom adjustment to match lens focal length
- Recycle time of 2.9 seconds at full power can slow down rapid shooting sequences
- Requires six total batteries across the flash and trigger units, none of which are included
- Build quality reflects the budget price point with an all-plastic housing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cameras are compatible with the NW561 flash and FC-16 wireless trigger?
The NW561 works with Canon, Nikon, Panasonic, Olympus, Pentax, Fujifilm, and Sony cameras equipped with a standard Mi hot shoe. The FC-16 trigger includes C1/C3 cords for Canon and N1/N3 cords for Nikon.
Does the NW561 support TTL automatic exposure?
No, the NW561 is a manual flash only. It supports M, MULTI, S1, and S2 modes. You will need to set flash power manually, which ranges from 1/128 to full power in 0.3EV increments.
How far can the FC-16 wireless trigger fire the flash?
The FC-16 transmitter has an operating distance of up to 100 meters outdoors. The flash's own S1/S2 optical slave modes have a shorter range of 20-30 meters indoors and 10-15 meters outdoors.
What batteries does the kit require?
The NW561 flash requires 4 x AA batteries, and both the FC-16 transmitter and receiver each require 2 x AAA batteries. Batteries are not included.
Can the flash head be angled for bounce lighting?
Yes, the NW561 head tilts from -7 to 90 degrees vertically and rotates 0 to 180 degrees horizontally, allowing bounce flash off ceilings and walls.