Pentax

Pentax 37349 F5P 9.5-Foot Flash Extension Cord

Name: Pentax 37349 F5P 9.5-Foot Flash Extension Cord
Brand: Pentax
SKU: 37349

Extend Your Flash Range with Confidence Enhance your Pentax flash photography with the Pentax F5P 9.5-Foot Extension Cord. This coiled cord provides flexible positioning for your flash units, ensuring optimal lighting in various shooting scenarios. Brand: Pentax Model: 37349 Len...

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Overview

Extend Your Flash Range with Confidence

Enhance your Pentax flash photography with the Pentax F5P 9.5-Foot Extension Cord. This coiled cord provides flexible positioning for your flash units, ensuring optimal lighting in various shooting scenarios.

Brand: Pentax
Model: 37349
Length: 9.5 Feet
Compatibility: Pentax PZ, ZX, SF, *ist, *ist D Series cameras
Feature: Coiled Design
Function: Connects hot shoe adapter to flash

Key Features

Connects hot shoe adapter directly with the AF-500FTZ flash

Also connects to one of the above adapters attached to the bottom of another Pentax flash

9.5-foot length

Coiled style for easy storage

Compatible with Pentax PZ, ZX, SF, *ist, *ist D Series cameras

Specifications

Brand

Pentax

Accessory Type

Flash Extension Cord

Cord Length

9.5-foot

Cord Style

Coiled

Flash Compatibility

Pentax AF-500FTZ flash, other Pentax flashes (with adapters)

Camera Compatibility

Pentax PZ Series, ZX Series, SF Series, *ist Series, *ist D Series

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this Pentax flash extension cord?

This Pentax flash extension cord has a length of 9.5 feet, providing ample reach for various lighting setups.

Which Pentax flash models is this extension cord compatible with?

It connects directly with the Pentax AF-500FTZ flash and can also connect to other Pentax flashes using appropriate hot shoe adapters.

What Pentax camera series are compatible with this extension cord?

This cord is compatible with Pentax PZ, ZX, SF, *ist, and *ist D Series cameras.

Is the cord easy to store?

Yes, it features a coiled style which makes it convenient for easy storage and helps prevent tangling.

Do I need additional adapters to use this with all Pentax flashes?

You can connect it directly to the AF-500FTZ flash, but for other Pentax flashes, it requires one of the compatible hot shoe adapters attached to the bottom of the flash.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Provides a generous 9.5-foot length, offering significant flexibility for off-camera flash placement and creative lighting setups.
Specifically designed to connect directly with the AF-500FTZ flash, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility.
Also connects to other Pentax flashes when used with appropriate hot shoe adapters, expanding its versatility.
Features a coiled style, allowing for easy storage and preventing tangles when not in use.
Compatible with a range of Pentax camera series including PZ, ZX, SF, *ist, and *ist D Series, serving a broad user base.

👎 Cons

The extension cord is exclusively compatible with Pentax flash systems and specific camera series, limiting its use with other brands.
Requires a hot shoe adapter for connecting to other Pentax flashes beyond the AF-500FTZ, adding an extra component to manage.
The 9.5-foot length, while flexible, might be excessive for very close-up flash work, leading to unnecessary cable management.
Specific details on weather-sealing or ruggedness for outdoor use are not provided.
The coiled design, while good for storage, can sometimes exert a slight pull on lightweight flashes or camera bodies if fully extended.