Technical details
| Brand specific flash systems |
TTL |
| Approximate recycling time |
2.9 s |
| Focal length range (f-f) |
18 - 180 mm |
| Guide number (ISO 100, set at 35mm zoom) |
56 m |
| Display type |
LCD |
| Built-in display |
Y |
| Sync connection |
PC (Prontor/Compur) connector |
| Zoom reflector |
Motor |
| Color temperature |
5500 K |
| Type |
Slave camera flash |
| Auto Focus (AF) assist beam |
Y |
Flash Unit for Canon and Nikon cameras
- Dual mode – the flash is compatible with Canon and Nikon cameras.
- Guide number 56 (ISO 100, 180 mm).
- High speed synchronisation up to 1/8.000 sec.
- TTL Flash mode.
- Manual mode.
- Master/Slave mode.
- FEB (flash bracketing).
- Strobe flash mode.
- Rear-curtain synchronisation.
<b>Rollei 56 Flash Unit</b>
Canon- and Nikon-branded SLR cameras are especially popular among pro photographers, and the first thing to consider for a premium camera accessory is typically the make-or-break question “Canon or Nikon?” But with the new range of Rollei flashes, our answer is simply: “Both!” Both the Rollei 58 Flash Unit and the Rollei 56 Flash Unit introduced here offer a sophisticated “dual mode”, which is precisely calibrated to the standards prescribed by these two leading camera makers. This mode makes it particularly easy to use any Canon- or Nikon-branded camera for flash shooting.
<b>Powerful and highly versatile</b>
Apart from extended compatibility, the Rollei 56 Flash Unit comes with features that meet all of the requirements for a modern, high-performance flash. Offering a 56 guide number (ISO 100, 180 mm), the unit can be used both as a master and slave flash, while the stand included in the accessories means the unit is easy to set up within the infrared range (up to 30 m indoors and up to 15 m outdoors). Flash bracketing, use as a stroboscope and numerous TTL flash modes mean the unit can be used for a wide range of applications. After firing, the unit takes just 2.9 seconds to recharge for the next flash-assisted shot.
<b>Spontaneous or set-piece shooting – the choice is yours</b>
With a vertically- and horizontally-tiltable reflector plus on-flash diffuser, the flash unit can be used to generate a variety of lighting situations even in the same location, while four slave channels and three slave groups are also available if you need to orchestrate a more complex lighting setup. Power is supplied by 4 standard AA batteries or NiMH rechargeable batteries. High-speed flash synchronisation of up to 8 thousandths of a second gives you the freedom you need to capture the magic of the moment.
