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Olympus Announces Wireless Flash, Commander, Receiver
24 January 2019
Olympus has announced a new electronic flash system that includes the FL-700WR, the Wireless Commander FC-WR and the Wireless Receiver FR-WR. The dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof units feature wireless radiowave shooting compatibility with a maximum guide number of 42.
Wireless Flash. Weather-sealed Flash, Commander and Receiver.
Designed for compatibility with the OM-D system, the FL-700WR offers radiowave-shooting functions as a commander or a flash with built-in receiver.
FL-700WR. Flash unit with a guide number of 42.
Its compact, lightweight design and weather-sealed performance offers reliability when shooting in a variety of environments, including rain, when paired with the Olympus OM-D E-M1x and other weather-sealed body and lens combinations.
Full flash power is available after charging for approximately 1.5 seconds for quick, comfortable and easy shooting. That short charging time means sequential flash photography at 10 fps is possible.
Commander, Receiver. The FC-WR Commander (left) and FR-WR Receiver.
The FC-WR commander can connect to three different groups and an unlimited number of flash units. The user can also select which group they want to fire or not fire and adjust the flash intensity.
The FC-WR reciever has independent buttons for groups A, B and C, making it possible to quickly configure settings for each group as well as adjust the shooting mode and flash intensity while viewing the monitor. Groups and channels can easily be set and checked using the dials on the FR-WR. This design makes the unit intuitive, comfortable and easy-to-use during multi-unit shooting.
The receiver also has a sync terminal that can connect to studio flash units like a monoblock and can be remotely fired using wireless radiowave communication.
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications for the new system include:
FL-700WR FLASH SPECIFICATIONS Max. Guide Number 42 at ISO 100 Angle 12mm to 755mm (24mm to 150mm 35mm euquivalent)
7mm (35mm equivalent) when using built-in wide angle panelMax. Distance 98.4 feet Frequency 2.5 GHz band Channels 15 Groups 3 Flash Control Modes TTL, Manual, FP TTL, FP Manual, Off Flash Compensation +5 EV to -5 EV
1/3 or 1/2 EV incrementsOperational Range 14° to 104° F Power 1.8 hours using four AA alkaline batteries Dimensions 2.77 x 4.18 x 3.94 inches Weight 10.61 oz.
FC-WR COMMANDER SPECIFICATIONS Max. Distance 98.4 feet Frequency 2.5 GHz band Channels 15 Groups 3 Flash Control Modes TTL, Manual, FP TTL, FP Manual, Off Flash Compensation +5 EV to -5 EV
1/3 or 1/2 EV incrementsManual Flash Adjustment From Full to 1/128 power
1/3 or 1/2 EV incrementsOperational Range 14° to 104° F Power 6.4 hours using AAA alkalines Dimensions 2.3 x 2.0 x 2.7 inches Weight 2.6 oz.
FR-WR RECEIVER SPECIFICATIONS Max. Distance 98.4 feet Frequency 2.5 GHz band Channels 15 Groups 3 Control Modes RCB, X-RCV External Connection Sync terminal Operational Range 14° to 104° F Power 6.4 hours using AAA alkalines Dimensions 2.3 x 1.8 x 2.0 inches Weight 2.6 oz. PRICE, AVAILABILITY
Olympus said the FL-700WR electronic flash, FC-WR wireless commander and FR-WR wireless receiver will be available in February.
- FL-700WR flash: $399.99 at Adorama and B&H
- FC-WR commander: $349.99 at Adorama and B&H
- FR-WR receiver: $229.99 at Adorama and B&H
For more information see the news release below.
Olympus Adds to OM-D System With Weather Resistant Wireless Flash FL-700WR, Wireless Commander FC-WR, and Wireless Receiver FR-WR
Flash System Designed for Wireless Radiowave Shooting
CENTER VALLEY, Pa. -- Olympus has today announced a new electronic flash, the FL-700WR, Wireless Commander FC-WR and Wireless Receiver FR-WR, all coming in late February and designed to meet the growing demands of professional photographers. The electronic flash features dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof (14°F/-10°C) performance, as well as wireless radiowave shooting compatibility with a maximum guide number of 42.
Designed for compatibility with the OM-D system, the FL-700WR wireless high-performance electronic flash offers radiowave-shooting capabilities. During wireless shooting, it functions as a commander or a flash with built-in receiver. The FL-700WR electronic flash, as well as the Wireless Commander FC-WR and the Wireless Receiver FR-WR, all feature dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof (14°F/-10°C) performance. This durable construction makes it possible to control multiple flash units from the camera in various shooting conditions.
High-Intensity, Weather-Resistant Performance with a Maximum Guide Number of 42
This flash features a maximum guide number of 42 (ISO 100/m). The compact, lightweight design delivers excellent portability with high flash output. The weather sealed performance offers reliability when shooting in a variety of environments, including rain, when paired with the Olympus OM-D E-M1x and other weather sealed body and lens combinations. The user can enjoy full flash power after charging for approximately 1.5 seconds for quick, comfortable and easy shooting. Because of the short charging time, sequential flash photography at 10 fps is possible.
Wireless Radiowave Communication
This product is equipped with a wireless radiowave communication function, which operates even in bright conditions or when there are obstructions in the area. It can communicate up to a distance of 30 meters, making accurate communication possible even when the flash is set behind the subject.
The FL-700WR can function as a commander or a flash with built-in receiver. When used as a commander, it has the ability to connect to three groups and an unlimited number of flash units. The user can select which group they want to fire and not to fire and configure the flash intensity compensation. It can also function in the conventional RC mode (optical communication) as a slave flash.
Equipped with Multi Flash mode
Multi Flash mode makes it possible to express subject motion by firing multiple times during long exposures or bulb shooting. The intensity, interval (frequency) and number of shots can be configured to match the ideal settings for the subject.
Compatible with High Res Shot, Focus Stacking and Focus Bracketing
Features such as High Res Shot6, Focus Stacking and Focus Bracketing, included on camera models such as the OM-D E-M1x and OM-D E-M1 Mark II, can function with this flash.
Other Available Features
- The super FP flash enables high-speed synchronization that exceeds the camera's maximum sync speed.
- First-curtain and second-curtain sync fires when the shutter curtain opens or closes.
- TTL modes enable the pre-flash to measure the required intensity so the output automatically adjusts to the optimal level.
- An LED light for movies features a 77[!]deg; angle of illumination and 100-lux brightness emittance from one meter away.
- The bounce angle can be adjusted within 180[!]deg; horizontally and 90[!]deg; vertically. It is equipped with a catchlight panel and wide panel. The firing angle covers the focal length of 7mm (14mm) when using the wide panel.
- Equipped with auto zoom, the firing angle is supported by lenses with a focal length of 12-75mm (24-150mm10).
- The FL-700WR flash emits an electronic sound when charging is complete.
Wireless Commander FC-WR and Wireless Receiver FR-WR
The new wireless commander FC-WR and wireless receiver FR-WR offer the same dustproof, splashproof and freezeproof (14°F/-10°C)1 performance as the FL-700WR electronic flash. When combined with a weather sealed body and lens such as the OM-D E-M1x, users can enjoy shooting in even the harshest environments.
The FC-WR and FR-WR are compatible with a variety of items, such as the FL-900R, for wireless radiowave communication. The commander can connect to three different groups and an unlimited number of flash units. The user can also select which group they want to fire and not to fire and adjust the flash intensity.
The FC-WR is equipped with independent buttons for groups A, B and C, making it possible to quickly configure settings for each group as well as adjust the shooting mode and flash intensity while viewing the monitor. Groups and channels can easily be set and checked using the dials on the FR-WR. This design makes the unit intuitive, comfortable and easy-to-use during multi-unit shooting.
The FR-WR is equipped with a sync terminal that can connect to commercial flash units, such as a monoblock flash and can be remotely fired using wireless radiowave communication. When flash charging is complete, the flash emits an electronic sound.
U.S. Pricing and Availability
The FL-700WR Electronic Flash, FC-WR Wireless Commander and FR-WR Wireless Receiver will be available in February with pricing as follows:
- FL-700WR Electronic Flash: $399.99 (U.S.), $449.99
- FC-WR Wireless Radiowave Flash Commander: $349.99 (U.S.), $399.99
- FR-WR Wireless Radiowave Flash Receiver: $229.99 (U.S.), $279.99