The world of shutter releases have come a long way from the infrared (IR) triggers which cost around SGD$10-$20 to radio triggers costing above SGD$30. Phottix is the leading manufacturer in shutter release for Digital SLRs (DSLRs). With a large variety from the Phottix Cleon II to the most advanced Phottix Atlas, all the remotes come with varying functions to suit every photographer's needs. Need a wired remote and the option to use wireless function? Or require to trigger a flash and camera at long range? Phottix has a shutter/flash trigger for you!


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The Nissin PowerPack Pro 300 has been launched and is now available in Singapore!!

Featuring two separate channels, the new Nissin PowerPack Pro 300 can recycle two of your flashes, including the Canon 580EXII or Nikon SB900 in just 0.7 seconds (full power 1/1).

Previously, in order to achieve fast recycle times for your flash meant purchasing the Quantum 2x2 Powerpack costing more than a grand (SGD). Other contenders include Camera Devices CD2X2 which uses Polymer-ion technology to reduce the weight and also the price to pay for extra juice for your flash unit.

The Nissin PowerPack Pro 300 uses a 7.2V 3,300 mAh NiMH battery and the street price is around SGD$450.

A full review of the Powerpack will be published here on Red Dot Photo soon!
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The Nissin Di466 is finally out in the retail shops for Olympus and other 4/3 mount cameras! Launched at the PMA show earlier this year to the world, the Di466 for the four-thirds system was launched in Singapore at the ITshow in March 2010 .

The Di466 has been creating waves as the ultra-cool looking white-coloured flash unit matched perfectly with the Olympus PEN series of micro 4/3 cameras. With a Guide Number of 33/109 at 53mm focal length (ISO 100 m/ft), this flash unit packs a powerful punch for your photographs.

Comparable flash units include the Olympus FL-36 Flash, which has a guide no. of 36 and the capability to do wireless TTL and ratio of flash power with the Olympus flash system.

The other flash of similar range in the market would be the Panasonic Lumix DMW-FL360 which also has a guide no. of 36.

The expected recommended retail price of the Di466 is S$175 and street price is expected to be around S$150.

A detailed comparison between these flash units will be featured at a later date, so stay tuned for more updates!

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Canon recently launched the 18megapixel EOS 550D to replace the most sellable range of DSLR in the market. With the Digic 4 sensor touted to be the same as the 7D, the 550D was set to be the hottest DLSR for beginners and amateurs alike.



Nissin Japan has also annouced that the top-flight flash Di866 is compatible with the 550D.

Nissin Di866 is a top flight speedlight from Nissin capable of a Guide No. (GN) of 60, the highest of it's class, with the Canon 580EX II at GN of 58. While professionals still prefer original equipment, Nissin has been garnering popularity with amateurs looking for the quality of the top-flight speedlights at fraction of the price of proprietary brands.





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Launched at the ITshow 2010, Nissin Di466 has received great response. Available in black or white, this flash with a Guide number of 33 is the first Nissin flash suitable for Olympus four-thirds (4/3s) and micro 4/3s series of cameras. Combined with the Olympus PEN series or the Panasonic 4/3s cameras such as the GF1, the Nissin Di466 promises to be the perfect addition to your camera setup.


Estimate arrival date to Singapore is not fixed yet with a current worldwide shortage. Our own estimate of the white Di466 hitting our shores will be around June 2010. RRP will be $180 with street price hovering around $150. ...