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Re: [OM] Buying a used F280 flash

Subject: Re: [OM] Buying a used F280 flash
From: "Tom Scales" <tscales@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Sun, 14 Jan 2001 13:07:25 -0600
They're in stock at B&H photo for $40.

Tom
From: "James N. McBride" <jnmcbr@xxxxxxx>


> I picked up a off-camera cord for the F280 from EBAY for about $30. I
think
> the retail price is a little higher than that. /jnm
>
> >
> >
> > Is there anything special I should be aware of when buying a used F280
> > flash? I am dealing with a very reputable photo dealer and I have
> > confidence in his honesty. I have done business with him before with no
> > problems. In fact he is bringing in two used F280s for me to try.
> >
> > I intend checking both of them with a flash meter [Sekonic L508 zoom]
> > against the rated guide number output [28 meters @ 100 ISO ?] and will
> > ensure that they are in good shape cosmetically.
> >
> > I doubt they will come with an instruction manual. Is anyone aware of an
> > online source .....pdf file perhaps ......where I can get a copy of the
> > manual. Also, can the F280 be used off camera and if so is the
> > connecting cord to the hot shoe expensive and / or hard to locate?
> >
> > Thanks
> >
> > John Hudson
> > Vancouver, BC



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