Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Flash for Nikon Cameras
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Quantum Qflash TRIO N vs Nikon SB-700 AF Comparison Overview

In this review, we'll compare the Quantum Qflash TRIO N On Camera flash with the Nikon SB-700 AF On Camera flash. We'll begin by briefly examining the main specifications of these two flashes. In the subsequent section, we'll delve into a more detailed analysis, outlining the strengths and weaknesses of each.

Quantum Qflash TRIO N Key Specs

On Camera Type Flash

Designed for Nikon Cameras

35mm (FF equiv.) Coverage

Guide Number: 105' / 32

Wireless Operation

TTL Capability

0 to +90° Bounce Head

360° Swivel Head

Weight: 567g / 1.25 lb

Dimensions: 4.1 x 3.3 x 5.9" / 10.4 x 8.5 x 14.9 cm

Nikon SB-700 AF Key Specs

On Camera Type Flash

Designed for Nikon Cameras

24-mm (FF equiv.) Coverage

Guide Number: 92' / 32

Wireless Operation

TTL Capability

-7 to +90° Bounce Head

360° Swivel Head

Weight: 360g / 0.79 lb

Dimensions: 2.8 x 5 x 4.1" / 71 x 126 x 104.5 mm

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Reasons to choose Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Flash for Nikon Cameras over Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight

Max Guide Number	105' vs 92'	13' Longer coverage
Fastest Recycle Time	1.5 seconds vs 2.5 seconds	1s Faster Recycle Time

Reasons to choose Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight over Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Flash for Nikon Cameras

Widest Coverage	24mm vs 35mm	11mm Wider Focal coverage
Auto-Zoom Head	Yes vs No	Automatically matches the focal length of the lens
Flash Compensation Setting	-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps) vs No	Adjust flash compensation on the unit
Off-Camera Terminal	Proprietary vs No	Trigger the flash via wired connection
Weight	360g vs 567g	207g lighter

Common Strengths of Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Flash for Nikon Cameras and Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight

Wireless Operation	Yes vs Yes	Off-Camera use via Wireless Connection
Bounce Head	Yes (0 to +90°) vs Yes (-7 to +90°)	Bounce the light to create softer and diffused lighting
Swivel Head	Yes (360°) vs Yes (360°)	Easily bounce the light from the sides
TTL Operation	Yes vs Yes	Through the Lens Auto Exposure
High-Speed Sync / HSS	Yes vs Yes	Speeds faster than camera' Max sync speed
Second Curtain Sync	Yes vs Yes	Useful for capturing motion blur
Slow Sync Mode	Yes vs Yes	Balance the flash light with the ambient light

Common Weaknesses of Quantum Instruments Qflash TRIO Flash for Nikon Cameras and Nikon SB-700 AF Speedlight

TTL Operation	No vs No	No Through the Lens Auto Exposure

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Quantum Qflash TRIO N vs Nikon SB-700 AF Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications

GENERAL
Brand	Quantum Instruments	Nikon
Manufacturer Product Code	860320	4808
Type	On Camera	On Camera
Mount Type	Shoe	Shoe
TECHNICAL SPECS
Guide Number	105' / 32m at ISO 100	92' / 28m at ISO 100
Guide Number Measured at	-	35mm
Focal Coverage	35mm (FF equiv.)	24-120mm (FF equiv.)
Flash Duration	-	1/1042 to 1/40000sec
Flash Duration	Approx. 1.5sec	Approx. 2.5 to 3.5sec
Power Range	1/1 to 1/32	1/1 to 1/128
Flash Compensation	No	-3 to +3 EV (1/3 EV Steps)
TTL Operation	Yes	Yes
Wireless Operation	Radio (TTL) Up to 500' / 152.4 m	Optical Pulse (TTL/Manual) Up to 32.81' / 10 m (Commander, Slave)
Wireless Channels/Groups	-	4 / 2
FEATURES
Auto-Zoom Head	No	Yes
Bounce Head	0 to +90°	-7 to +90°
Swivel Head	Yes (360°)	Yes (360°)
Off-Camera Terminal	No	Proprietary
Mobile App Compatibility	No	No
Secondary Illumination	No	No
Exposure Controls	Manual, Nikon i-TTL	Manual, Nikon i-TTL
Flash Modes	Hi-Speed Sync, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync	Hi-Speed Sync, Second-Curtain Sync, Slow Sync
High-Speed Sync / HSS	Yes	Yes
Second Curtain Sync	Yes	Yes
Slow Sync Mode	Yes	Yes
Stroboscopic Mode	No	No
BATTERY and PHYSICAL SPECS
Internal Power	-	4x AA (Alkaline, Lithium, NiMH)
External Power-Pack	No	No
Weight	567g / 1.25 lb	360g / 0.79 lb
Dimensions	4.1 x 3.3 x 5.9" / 10.4 x 8.5 x 14.9 cm	2.8 x 5 x 4.1" / 71 x 126 x 104.5 mm