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This section contains compatibility information for the Canon [[MiniTT1 and FlexTT5]] ControlTL radios.{{recommended reading|PocketWizard Utility|}}
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|'''IMPORTANT NOTE:''' This section contains compatibility information for the Canon [[MiniTT1 and FlexTT5]] ControlTL radios. For TTL, HSS, and/or power control with newer Canon bodies, starting with the 1Dx Mark II and including mirrorless cameras, you may need to use a FlexTT6 or Raven by Fusion TLC as a transmitter. Please check the compatibility table below for details.
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===Current Firmware===
 
===Current Firmware===
  
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The latest firmware available for the Canon MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 is '''version {{Template:Latestcanon}}'''.
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The latest Legacy firmware version available for the Canon MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 is {{Template:Latestcanon}}.
  
 
MiniTT1s and FlexTT5s can be updated to this version via the [[PocketWizard Utility]].
 
MiniTT1s and FlexTT5s can be updated to this version via the [[PocketWizard Utility]].
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== Camera Compatibility ==
 
== Camera Compatibility ==
 
   
 
   
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The MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 for Canon are compatible with these modern Canon digital cameras capable of using Canon's latest E-TTL II protocol:
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The MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 for Canon are compatible with these Canon digital cameras capable of using Canon's latest E-TTL II protocol. If you have a newer camera body not listed here, you may need to use a [[FlexTT6 Compatibility|FlexTT6]] or a [https://pocketwizard.com/products-radios-raven/ Raven by Fusion TLC] as a transmitter. Please see the note below for details.
  
 
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|'''Note:''' Some newer DSLR camera bodies, starting with the 5D Mark IV and 1Dx Mark II are not TTL compatible with the MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 as a transmitter. You may need to use a FlexTT6 on your camera instead. Please see the [[FlexTT6 Compatibility|FlexTT6]] page for details.
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The Canon mirrorless cameras are not currently TTL compatible with the FlexTT5, FlexTT6, or MiniTT1. You may need to use a [https://pocketwizard.com/products-radios-raven/ Raven by Fusion TLC] on your camera as a transmitter with FlexTT5 or FlexTT6 radios as receivers for TTL.
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Any Canon camera that is not TTL compatible in TTL mode (except models without a center contact pin) are compatible with the current Legacy firmware in [[Misc Tab#Basic Trigger|Basic Trigger Mode]] for manual triggering up to X-sync.
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All PocketWizard radios can be used with most of the Canon cameras. However, the Canon T7i and SL3 lack the main center contact pin on the hot shoe. PocketWizard radios, like most transmitters, rely on this signal from the camera. With these cameras, a transmitting PocketWizard will not be able to send out a trigger to a remote PocketWizard for flash sync. However, you can use a remote camera cable connected to a receiving PocketWizard and the camera to remotely trigger the camera from a transmitting PocketWizard radio.
  
 
For optimal performance, it is highly recommended to specify your camera model in the [[Misc Tab#Camera Model (Canon Only)|Misc Tab]] of the [[PocketWizard Utility]] for your transmitting radio.
 
For optimal performance, it is highly recommended to specify your camera model in the [[Misc Tab#Camera Model (Canon Only)|Misc Tab]] of the [[PocketWizard Utility]] for your transmitting radio.
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===Non-Compatible Cameras===
 
===Non-Compatible Cameras===
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{{Potentialcanoncompatibility}}
  
 
[[Misc Tab|BASIC TRIGGER MODE]]: Almost all cameras and flashes are compatible with the MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 when the radios are configured for Basic Trigger Mode.  Basic Trigger Mode disables all flash power control and TTL functions of the radios.   
 
[[Misc Tab|BASIC TRIGGER MODE]]: Almost all cameras and flashes are compatible with the MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 when the radios are configured for Basic Trigger Mode.  Basic Trigger Mode disables all flash power control and TTL functions of the radios.   
  
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Canon's PowerShot cameras, such as the G9, G10, G11, G12 and earlier models, are not supported with our radios. Although these cameras can use many of the same flashes as modern Canon DSLRs, they use a very different implementation of Canon's ETTL II protocol.
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Canon's PowerShot cameras, such as the G9, G10, G11, G12 and earlier models, are not supported with our radios. Although these cameras can use many of the same flashes as modern Canon DSLRs, they use a very different implementation of Canon's ETTL protocol.
  
 
== Speedlite Compatibility ==
 
== Speedlite Compatibility ==
  
  
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'''Special Note:'''  Canon Speedlite models 580EX and 580EX II, and especially the older 430EX (not the newer 430EX II), emit RF interference that can substantially reduce the effective operating range of many radio slaves, including the FlexTT5 when used as a receiver. For these model flashes, please utilize the mounting suggestions on [http://www.pocketwizard.com/inspirations/technology/range/ PocketWizard.com]
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'''Special Note:'''  Canon Speedlite models 580EX, 580EX II, 430EX, and 430EX III-RT (but not the 430EX II), emit RF interference that can substantially reduce the effective operating range of many radio slaves, including the FlexTT5 and FlexTT6 when used as a receiver. For these model flashes, please utilize the mounting suggestions on [http://www.pocketwizard.com/inspirations/technology/range/ PocketWizard.com]
  
  
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The MiniTT1/FlexTT5 are E-TTL II compatible with these Canon flashes:
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The FlexTT5 and FlexTT6 radios are E-TTL II compatible with these Canon flashes:
  
 
=== Current Generation ===
 
=== Current Generation ===
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;600EX-RT
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;600EX-RTII
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:Supported Modes:
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*Supported Modes:
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**Master E-TTL
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**Master Manual
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**Remote E-TTL
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**Remote Manual
  
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*Unsupported Modes:
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**Multi (stroboscopic) is not supported.
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**Group mode is not supported.
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**"ALL" selection is not supported, but Ratios are available in supported Master modes.
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;600EX-RT
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*Supported Modes:
 
**Master E-TTL
 
**Master E-TTL
 
**Master Manual
 
**Master Manual
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**Remote Manual
 
**Remote Manual
  
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:Unsupported Modes:
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*Unsupported Modes:
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**Multi (stroboscopic) is not supported.
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**Group mode is not supported.
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**"ALL" selection is not supported, but Ratios are available in supported Master modes.
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;430EX III-RT
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:Range may be limited due to RF interference from flash when connected to a remote FlexTT5 or FlexTT6.  See [[Long Range Performance]].
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*Supported Modes
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**Master E-TTL
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**Master Manual
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**Remote E-TTL
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**Remote Manual
  
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*Unsupported Modes
 
**Multi (stroboscopic) is not supported.
 
**Multi (stroboscopic) is not supported.
 
**Group mode is not supported.
 
**Group mode is not supported.
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;580EX II
 
;580EX II
 
:Full feature compatibility.
 
:Full feature compatibility.
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:Range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5.  See [[Long Range Performance]].
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:Range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5 or FlexTT6.  See [[Long Range Performance]].
 
:Not range limited when used on a transmitting radio.
 
:Not range limited when used on a transmitting radio.
  
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;320EX
 
;320EX
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:Full Feature Compatiblity
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:Full Feature Compatibility
 
:Excellent range performance with this flash.  
 
:Excellent range performance with this flash.  
 
::''Some RF interference present when LED lamp is on.''
 
::''Some RF interference present when LED lamp is on.''
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;580EX
 
;580EX
 
:Full feature compatibility.
 
:Full feature compatibility.
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:Range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5.  See [[Long Range Performance]].
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:Range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5 or FlexTT6.  See [[Long Range Performance]].
 
:Not range limited when used on a transmitting radio.
 
:Not range limited when used on a transmitting radio.
  
 
;430EX:       
 
;430EX:       
 
:Full feature compatibility.
 
:Full feature compatibility.
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:Significantly range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5.  See [[Long Range Performance]].
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:Significantly range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5 or FlexTT6.  See [[Long Range Performance]].
 
:Not range limited when used on a transmitting radio.
 
:Not range limited when used on a transmitting radio.
  
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;220EX
 
;220EX
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:Can be used on FlexTT5 as a receiver in E-TTL mode only.
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:Can be used on FlexTT5 or FlexTT6 as a receiver in E-TTL mode only.
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:Cannot be used on MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 as a transmitter.
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:Cannot be used on MiniTT1, FlexTT5, or FlexTT6 as a transmitter.
 
:This flash performs better if an OC-E3 cable is used.
 
:This flash performs better if an OC-E3 cable is used.
  
  
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[[Misc Tab|BASIC TRIGGER MODE]]: Almost all cameras and flashes are compatible with the MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 when the radios are configured for Basic Trigger Mode.  Basic Trigger Mode disables all flash power control and TTL functions of the radios.
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[[Misc Tab|BASIC TRIGGER MODE]]: Almost all cameras and flashes are compatible with the MiniTT1, FlexTT5, or FlexTT6 when the radios are configured for Basic Trigger Mode using Legacy firmware.  Basic Trigger Mode disables all flash power control and TTL functions of the radios.
  
 
=== 3rd Party Speedlite Compatible Flashes ===
 
=== 3rd Party Speedlite Compatible Flashes ===
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== Operational Notes ==
 
== Operational Notes ==
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===Manual Only Cameras: 1DX, 6D, and T4i===
 
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[[File:FEC_table.png|right]]
 
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* For remote manual power control to work, remote Speedlites on FlexTT5 radios must be set to TTL, as is normal operation for the ControlTL system.
 
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* A Master Speedlite on the camera’s radio set to E-TTL mode will not trigger. Any remote zones set to TTL will not trigger.
 
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* A Master Speedlite on the camera’s radio set to manual mode, with or without remote manual zones, will function normally.
 
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* The Canon 600EX-RT Group and ALL modes are not supported in the ControlTL system for any Canon cameras, including the 1D X, 6D, and T4i. Master Manual Mode works properly with these cameras.
 
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* An AC3 ZoneController will not trigger any zones set to A for either TTL remotes (Speedlites) or PowerTracking studio remotes.
 
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* If the 1D X, 6D, or T4i are woken up with a very quick full-press of the camera’s shutter release, flashes may misfire or clipping may occur. Try to always wake the camera with a slow, deliberate half-press of the shutter release before taking the exposure. On the 1D X, consider setting C.Fn6 (“Timer Duration”) to 1 min or longer to keep the camera awake longer after a full-press.
 
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* When using a bare shoe FlexTT5 or MiniTT1 on the 1D X, 6D, or T4i (no Master Speedlite and no AC3 ZoneController), the camera’s FEC adjustment can adjust the manual power of remote Speedlites or studio flashes per the table on the right ->
 
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* This adjustment is not real time. To apply an FEC adjustment, either wait for the camera to sleep, and then wake it with a half-press of the shutter release button, *or* press the FEC button, make your adjustment, and then press the FEC button again to “set” the adjustment.
 
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* On cameras other than the 1D X, 6D, or T4i, using a bare shoe MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 (no AC3 ZoneController or Master Speedlite) would cause the remote flashes to be used as TTL flashes, with FEC controlling compensation to output power in real time.
 
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* Only the “Full Manual” PowerTracking mode is available for the 1D X, 6D, and T4i. If other PowerTracking modes, like “Center on ISO & Aperture” are selected, they will perform as “Full Manual.” “No Change (Trigger Only)” will work as expected.
 
  
 
===ControlTL Remote Camera===
 
===ControlTL Remote Camera===
  
 
Using the default settings, remote cameras with a receiving FlexTT5 will be limited to Single Shot mode and there will be a delay between subsequent triggers. To learn more about remote camera triggering with ControlTL radios, visit our [[Remote Camera Triggering]] page.
 
Using the default settings, remote cameras with a receiving FlexTT5 will be limited to Single Shot mode and there will be a delay between subsequent triggers. To learn more about remote camera triggering with ControlTL radios, visit our [[Remote Camera Triggering]] page.
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Mirror Lockup mode is not compatible with ControlTL settings, but may work if the radios are set to [[Misc_Tab#Basic_Trigger|Basic Trigger Mode]].
  
 
===Camera-Specific Operational Considerations===
 
===Camera-Specific Operational Considerations===

Latest revision as of 07:18, 6 April 2022

IMPORTANT NOTE: This section contains compatibility information for the Canon MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 ControlTL radios. For TTL, HSS, and/or power control with newer Canon bodies, starting with the 1Dx Mark II and including mirrorless cameras, you may need to use a FlexTT6 or Raven by Fusion TLC as a transmitter. Please check the compatibility table below for details.

Current Firmware

The latest Legacy firmware version available for the Canon MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 is 6.905.

MiniTT1s and FlexTT5s can be updated to this version via the PocketWizard Utility.

Camera Compatibility

The MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 for Canon are compatible with these Canon digital cameras capable of using Canon's latest E-TTL II protocol. If you have a newer camera body not listed here, you may need to use a FlexTT6 or a Raven by Fusion TLC as a transmitter. Please see the note below for details.

Currently Supported Cameras
Canon 1D X Canon 7D Mark II Canon 70D Canon Rebel T5i (700D)
Canon 1D Mark IV Canon 7D Canon 60D Canon Rebel T5 (1200D)
Canon 1Ds Mark III Canon 6D Canon 50D Canon Rebel SL1 (100D)
Canon 1D Mark III Canon 5Ds/R Canon 40D Canon Rebel T4i (650D)
Canon 1Ds Mark II Canon 5D Mark III Canon 30D Canon Rebel T3i (600D)
Canon 1D Mark II N Canon 5D Mark II Canon 20D Canon Rebel T3 (1100D)
Canon 1D Mark II Canon 5D Canon Rebel T2i (550D)
Canon Rebel T1i (500D)
Canon Rebel XSi (450D)
Canon Rebel XTi (400D)
Canon Rebel XT (350D)
Canon Rebel XS (1000D)
Note: Some newer DSLR camera bodies, starting with the 5D Mark IV and 1Dx Mark II are not TTL compatible with the MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 as a transmitter. You may need to use a FlexTT6 on your camera instead. Please see the FlexTT6 page for details.

The Canon mirrorless cameras are not currently TTL compatible with the FlexTT5, FlexTT6, or MiniTT1. You may need to use a Raven by Fusion TLC on your camera as a transmitter with FlexTT5 or FlexTT6 radios as receivers for TTL.

Any Canon camera that is not TTL compatible in TTL mode (except models without a center contact pin) are compatible with the current Legacy firmware in Basic Trigger Mode for manual triggering up to X-sync.

All PocketWizard radios can be used with most of the Canon cameras. However, the Canon T7i and SL3 lack the main center contact pin on the hot shoe. PocketWizard radios, like most transmitters, rely on this signal from the camera. With these cameras, a transmitting PocketWizard will not be able to send out a trigger to a remote PocketWizard for flash sync. However, you can use a remote camera cable connected to a receiving PocketWizard and the camera to remotely trigger the camera from a transmitting PocketWizard radio.

For optimal performance, it is highly recommended to specify your camera model in the Misc Tab of the PocketWizard Utility for your transmitting radio.


Non-Compatible Cameras

Incompatible Pre-2004 Cameras
1D (Mark I) 1Ds (Mark I) D60
10D D30 Rebel (300D)
DCS 3 DCS 1 D2000 / D6000

BASIC TRIGGER MODE: Almost all cameras and flashes are compatible with the MiniTT1 and FlexTT5 when the radios are configured for Basic Trigger Mode. Basic Trigger Mode disables all flash power control and TTL functions of the radios.

Canon's PowerShot cameras, such as the G9, G10, G11, G12 and earlier models, are not supported with our radios. Although these cameras can use many of the same flashes as modern Canon DSLRs, they use a very different implementation of Canon's ETTL protocol.

Speedlite Compatibility

Special Note: Canon Speedlite models 580EX, 580EX II, 430EX, and 430EX III-RT (but not the 430EX II), emit RF interference that can substantially reduce the effective operating range of many radio slaves, including the FlexTT5 and FlexTT6 when used as a receiver. For these model flashes, please utilize the mounting suggestions on PocketWizard.com


The FlexTT5 and FlexTT6 radios are E-TTL II compatible with these Canon flashes:

Current Generation

600EX-RTII
  • Supported Modes:
    • Master E-TTL
    • Master Manual
    • Remote E-TTL
    • Remote Manual
  • Unsupported Modes:
    • Multi (stroboscopic) is not supported.
    • Group mode is not supported.
    • "ALL" selection is not supported, but Ratios are available in supported Master modes.
600EX-RT
  • Supported Modes:
    • Master E-TTL
    • Master Manual
    • Remote E-TTL
    • Remote Manual
  • Unsupported Modes:
    • Multi (stroboscopic) is not supported.
    • Group mode is not supported.
    • "ALL" selection is not supported, but Ratios are available in supported Master modes.
430EX III-RT
Range may be limited due to RF interference from flash when connected to a remote FlexTT5 or FlexTT6. See Long Range Performance.
  • Supported Modes
    • Master E-TTL
    • Master Manual
    • Remote E-TTL
    • Remote Manual
  • Unsupported Modes
    • Multi (stroboscopic) is not supported.
    • Group mode is not supported.
    • "ALL" selection is not supported, but Ratios are available in supported Master modes.
580EX II
Full feature compatibility.
Range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5 or FlexTT6. See Long Range Performance.
Not range limited when used on a transmitting radio.
430EX II
Full feature compatibility.
Excellent range performance with this flash.
270EX
Can be used on the MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 (Transmit or Receive) in ETTL mode.
Range slightly limited due to some RF interference from Speedlite only when connected to a remote FlexTT5.
To use this flash on a ControlTL radio mounted on a camera at HSS shutter speeds, you first need to enable HSS mode in the flash. Mount the 270EX directly on a camera (no radio in-between) and enable HSS mode via the camera’s menus. Once that mode is enabled, the flash will work properly at HSS shutter speeds when mounted on a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 when used as a transmitter. HSS operation is automatic (no need to set it) when used on a FlexTT5 as a receiver.
This flash may have occasional exposure issues when used on a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 mounted directly on certain cameras like the 5D Mark II, 40D, 20D, and possibly others.
270EX II
Can be used on the MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 (Transmit or Receive) in ETTL mode.
Significantly range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5. See Long Range Performance.
To use this flash on a ControlTL radio mounted on a camera at HSS shutter speeds, you first need to enable HSS mode in the flash. Mount the 270EX directly on a camera (no radio in-between) and enable HSS mode via the camera’s menus. Once that mode is enabled, the flash will work properly at HSS shutter speeds when mounted on a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 when used as a transmitter. HSS operation is automatic (no need to set it) when used on a FlexTT5 as a receiver.
This flash may have occasional exposure issues when used on a MiniTT1 or FlexTT5 mounted directly on certain cameras like the 5D Mark II, 40D, 20D, and possibly others.
This flash will not do AF assist, as it uses the flash itself to do AF assist on camera, rather than using IR like other flashes. As such, this different mode is not supported.
320EX
Full Feature Compatibility
Excellent range performance with this flash.
Some RF interference present when LED lamp is on.

Previous Generation

580EX
Full feature compatibility.
Range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5 or FlexTT6. See Long Range Performance.
Not range limited when used on a transmitting radio.
430EX
Full feature compatibility.
Significantly range limited due to RF interference from flash only when connected to a remote FlexTT5 or FlexTT6. See Long Range Performance.
Not range limited when used on a transmitting radio.
550EX
Full feature compatibility.
Excellent range performance with this flash.
420EX
Full feature compatibility.
220EX
Can be used on FlexTT5 or FlexTT6 as a receiver in E-TTL mode only.
Cannot be used on MiniTT1, FlexTT5, or FlexTT6 as a transmitter.
This flash performs better if an OC-E3 cable is used.


BASIC TRIGGER MODE: Almost all cameras and flashes are compatible with the MiniTT1, FlexTT5, or FlexTT6 when the radios are configured for Basic Trigger Mode using Legacy firmware. Basic Trigger Mode disables all flash power control and TTL functions of the radios.

3rd Party Speedlite Compatible Flashes

Metz

58 AF-1 (Metz firmware v5.0)
48 AF-1 (Metz firmware v4.0)


These flashes can only be used if Pre-Flash Boost is disabled on the Flash Tab in the PocketWizard Utility is disabled. Note: Pre-Flash Boost is disabled by default.

These flashes may only be used on a remote FlexTT5 used as a receiver. They are not compatible as on-camera MASTER flashes.


Nissin

The Nissin Di622, Di622 Mark II, Di866, and Di866 Mark II for Canon are currently compatible with ControlTL radios (such as the MiniTT1 and FlexTT5) with certain limitations. Please see our Nissin Compatibility page for full details.

Operational Notes

ControlTL Remote Camera

Using the default settings, remote cameras with a receiving FlexTT5 will be limited to Single Shot mode and there will be a delay between subsequent triggers. To learn more about remote camera triggering with ControlTL radios, visit our Remote Camera Triggering page.

Mirror Lockup mode is not compatible with ControlTL settings, but may work if the radios are set to Basic Trigger Mode.

Camera-Specific Operational Considerations

For more information about operational considerations that may affect your camera specifically, choose the model below:

Currently Supported Cameras
Canon 1D X Canon 7D Mark II Canon 70D Canon Rebel T5i (700D)
Canon 1D Mark IV Canon 7D Canon 60D Canon Rebel T5 (1200D)
Canon 1Ds Mark III Canon 6D Canon 50D Canon Rebel SL1 (100D)
Canon 1D Mark III Canon 5Ds/R Canon 40D Canon Rebel T4i (650D)
Canon 1Ds Mark II Canon 5D Mark III Canon 30D Canon Rebel T3i (600D)
Canon 1D Mark II N Canon 5D Mark II Canon 20D Canon Rebel T3 (1100D)
Canon 1D Mark II Canon 5D Canon Rebel T2i (550D)
Canon Rebel T1i (500D)
Canon Rebel XSi (450D)
Canon Rebel XTi (400D)
Canon Rebel XT (350D)
Canon Rebel XS (1000D)


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