Nissin to add MF18 ringflash to range

UPDATE 21 Feb 2012: A spokesperson of Nissin has confirmed to the DJP that stock will be arriving shortly in the UK, however Amazon UK are listing it already, at just £284.00

Kenro, the official distributor for Nissin flashguns in the UK, has announced the MF18 ringflash, a compact model with a GN of 16 and adjustment of up to 7-stops in manual mode, 11-stops in Fine Macro mode. The MF has a RRP of of £359.99 and will be available in January 2012.

Press release:

Nissin launch ring flash - MF18

Kenro has announced the UK launch of a new Nissin ring flash, the MF18 Macro Flash.

This new addition to Nissin's acclaimed range of flash equipment allows photographers to achieve an even spread of light from their macro work which means an end to overexposed images and removes the problem of ugly shadows. The MF18 Macro Flash is particularly suited to portraiture, either in a studio or on location.

The flash boasts an impressive high power guide number of 16m (100 ISO) and the power ratio can be adjusted down to 1/1024 in the Fine Macro mode. The MF18 also provides a Wireless TTL function enabling the addition of slave flashes. Firmware updates are available directly from the Nissin website via the unit's USB connection.

The flash head extends in diameter and will fit lenses from 49 to 82mm with mount adaptors. 52, 58, 62, 67, 72 and 77mm adapters are included with 49, 55 and 82mm being available as optional extras. The flash is powered by four AA batteries and is also compatible with the Nissin PS300, the Canon CP-E4, the Nikon SD-8A and the Nikon SD-9 power packs.

Kenro managing director Paul Kench made this comment on the release: "Ring flash can be an expensive luxury, but now, thanks to the MF18 Macro Flash, it is within reach of every serious photographer. I'm delighted Nissin have introduced this unit, it's easy to use and produces very impressive results."

The MF18 is available with either a Canon or Nikon fit and has an RRP of £359.99.

To view Kenro's full range, or for details of your nearest stockist go to www.kenro.co.uk

Nissin Di466 adds compatibility with Four Thirds cameras

Independent flashgun manufacturer Nissin has introduced the Di466 with compatibility for Olympus and Panasonic Four Thirds and Micro Four Thirds cameras - the image sensor is the same size in both formats. The unit has a GN of 33m at 53mm focal length (ISO 100m/ft ) and is available now at £157 for the black version and £179 for the white model.

Nissin Di466 flash now available for Four Thirds cameras

Kenro, the UK distributor for Nissin flash equipment, has announced the award winning Nissin Di466 Professional Speedlite is now available for Four Thirds System DSLR cameras.

This new generation model comes in either black or white and is packed with features including TTL Exposure compensation from -1.5EV to +1.5EV by 0.5EV steps and Slave Remote Flash for either analogue or digital flash systems. The bounce head on the unit turns upward to 90 degrees with click-stops at 0, 45, 60, 75 and 90 degrees.

The Di466 comes with ŒMY TTL‚, a feature exclusive to Nissin that enables the user to customize their own TTL exposure level settings. The unit has a guide number of 33m at 53mm focal length (ISO 100m/ft ) and is firmware upgradable.

„The original model that came with either a Canon or Nikon fitting proved a huge hit so I‚m delighted the Di466 is now available to users of Four Thirds DSLR‚s too.'' says Kenro managing director, Paul Kench. „The flash produces the same colour as sunlight which makes it really useful for daylight fill-in photography. It‚s the perfect choice for professional and advanced photographers.‰

The Di466 Four Thirds is compatible with Olympus E-P2 / E-P1 / E-PL1 Olympus E-620 / E-520 / E-410 and Lumix GF-1 / GH-1 / G-1 Lumix DMC-LX3. The black version has an RRP of £156.47 with the white model costing £178.72.

See www.kenro.co.uk for details

Nissin adds TTL wireless flash to Di622 MkII

Nissin, an independent manufacturer of portable flash units, has introduced an upgrade to the Di622 adding wireless TTL flash and a PC socket for use with Pocketwizard remotes (and the like). For more details please see the press release below.