But: Even when unpacking comes the big surprise: The i40 feels like a big one. Good, quality feel, great processing. The mechanism for pivoting fascinated just as the cover for the battery compartment. Compared to my old Metz, who is not working on my camera, the small Nissin wins at least look and feel across the board, really great!
For my first test shots, the operation and adjustment via the two rotary wheels has proven at least for me as a very intuitive and simple. A display I miss not since the first test shot, it's all about the wheels faster. Thanks to the role-driven LEDs Einstellerei and customizing is logical and fun, and while I had to look at my old Metz (with display and many keys) often times in the manual goes with the little big actually saying. With the metal learn Blitzschiene he will not budge on my PEN because nothing wobbles as rattles nothing, even here really great!
Functionally, the Nissin everything you need to flash:
TTL, Auto, Manual, Slave, Wireless, Wireless TTL and video light. All set quickly, everything quickly brought the functioning and if that's not enough, there is also a wide-angle diffuser and a reflector plate integrated ... both also well processed. In particular, the diffuser has it done to me, just pull out and fold up. Sits firmly (spring mechanism or magnetic?), Nothing wobbles, fine mechanics. For this, a diffuser for clipping and a pedestal with metallernem tripod socket complete the equipment from: top notch!
The flash comes in a small pocket with velcro and the ability to attach these with a carabiner attached to trousers or camera bag. The case is compact and contains the flash diffuser and the pedestal. Even the bag makes a high-quality and well-made impression ... really class!
A handbook is not present, rather a handout with the most important settings. The correct manual can also be downloaded in German and printed out as needed ... for the logical structure which is but really not necessary.
In conclusion, my only "absolute top class" remains to be said. Much flash with many features, great operating concept, useful accessories and clean lines.
In my opinion and my impression after 5-deserved star and an extra star for the surprise after initial skepticism.
