Need flash recommendation w/ M8

[rf1552]

Looking to get into some flash work with my M8.

What is the smallest flash that is still powerful enough to light my subjects between 3-8 ft?

Is there a wireless flash trigger system that will also work with the M8 and flash?

 

[jpfisher]

I use an Impact PowerSync (B&H house brand) wireless trigger system with the M8 along with a couple of old Vivtar 283s and a more modern Metz 36-C2 (non-dedicated) unit. I also have a Wein sync adapter, which makes it safe to use the older flashes directly mounted onto the M8--it has a PC sync socket, so that lets me use the M8 along with a flash bracket, which is handy for events.

I also have a Metz 20 C-2, which is very compact, but the recycle time is a little too slow for my tastes.

I don't do flash work with the camera often, but it gets the job done when I need to.

 

[jazzwave]

Nikon SB400 with wireless triger ($20, made in China), working well...

Focus, right hand on shutter and left hand hold the flash....😀

 

[StenSture]

I fell for Leica's small SF 24D. Quite small and really easy to handle. Must admit, though; It is my first flash-gun ever, so I can't compare it with anything

 

[Photon42]

I use a Nikon SB22s. It features AA batteries and to automatic apertures.

 

[charjohncarter]

There are 100s (probably 1000s) of them, the big question is if you want TTL or some other type of Auto settings flash. If you want to go purest with a digital camera which most people don't want then fish around. But if you want to do your own flash, which is somewhat of an anachronism with digital, you can pick up plenty for way less than $50 that are excellent flashes. But, which may be an anachronism too, you will have to learn how to use it. And this is a caveat with any digital camera get a safe sync.

 

[CVickery]

Since I seldom use flash I picked up a used Nikon SB20 for $30. It has a nice back panel for entering the settings, has the ability to bounce, and has simple wide, normal and telephoto settings. Works nice with the M8.

 

[250swb]

The smallest and most versatile I use is the Olympus FL36 that has a swivel and tilt head. It is made for the 4/3 system but you can alter the format to 'full frame' in the menu and get access to all the proper focal lengths.

Steve