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Review this page for information about the Canon 5D Mark II and its performance with PocketWizard radios.
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Review this page for information about the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and its performance with PocketWizard radios.
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==5D Mark II Specific Operational Considerations==
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The following operational considerations apply only to the 5D Mark II.
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===Camera Firmware===
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For best results, use the latest camera body firmware. The latest firmware for the 5D Mark II is available for download at [https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/professional-model-firmware-updates Canon Firmware Updates].
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===FEC for Remote Power===
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After making a camera FEC change, a half-press may be required to update remotes with the new power information. 
  
 
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==HyperSync Performance==
 
==HyperSync Performance==
  
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Use the grid below to view the 5D Mark II's HyperSync performance with a specific flash.
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Use the tables below to view the 5D Mark II's HyperSync performance with a specific flash.
  
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#First, find your desired flash model.
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#Next, review the wiki page on [[HyperSync#Configuring HyperSync|Configuring HyperSync]]. Configure your radios accordingly. Choose a HyperSync Automation method for your receiver, either [[HyperSync#Reduced Clipping|Reduced Clipping]] or [[HyperSync#Highest Energy|Highest Energy]]. 
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#Next, choose the PDF that corresponds to the HyperSync Automation method that you have selected for your radios. The PDFs contain images that illustrate the kind of performance you should expect with your setup.
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|rowspan=2|Einstein E640
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync#Configuring_HyperSync Configuring HyperSync]
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_ControlTL_Transmitter Transmitter Setup]
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|[[media:5DMarkII Einstein HyperSyncOnlyDisabled HighestEnergy.pdf|Highest Energy PDF]]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/5/5d/5DMarkII_Einstein_HighestEnergy_Ver11.pdf Highest Energy PDF]
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|[[media:5DMarkII Einstein HyperSyncOnlyDisabled ReducedClipping.pdf|Reduced Clipping PDF]]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/6/6f/5DMarkII_Einstein_ReducedClipping_Ver11.pdf Reduced Clipping PDF]
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_Receiving_PowerMC2 PowerMC2 Setup]
 
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Note: Example images were captured using the Einstein's "Color" mode.
  
 
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync#Configuring_HyperSync Configuring HyperSync]
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_ControlTL_Transmitter Transmitter Setup]
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|[[media:5DMarkII RangerRX SHead HyperSyncOnlyDisabled HighestEnergy.pdf|Highest Energy PDF]]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/3/3a/5DMarkII_RangerRX_SHead_HighestEnergy_Ver11.pdf Highest Energy PDF]
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|[[media:5DMarkII RangerRX SHead HyperSyncOnlyDisabled ReducedClipping.pdf|Reduced Clipping PDF]]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/d/d5/5DMarkII_RangerRX_SHead_ReducedClipping_Ver11.pdf Reduced Clipping PDF]
 
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_Receiving_PowerST4 PowerST4 Setup]
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|[[media:5DMarkII RangerRX A-Head HyperSyncOnlyDisabled ReducedClipping.pdf|Reduced Clipping PDF]]
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_ControlTL_Transmitter Transmitter Setup]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/7/7b/5DMarkII_RangerRX_AHead_HighestEnergy_Ver11.pdf Highest Energy PDF]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/2/26/5DMarkII_RangerRX_AHead_ReducedClipping_Ver11.pdf Reduced Clipping PDF]
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_Receiving_PowerST4 PowerST4 Setup]
 
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===AlienBees and FlexTT5 with AC9 AlienBees Adapter===
 
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync#Configuring_HyperSync Configuring HyperSync]
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_ControlTL_Transmitter Transmitter Setup]
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|[[media:5DMarkII AB1600 HyperSyncOnlyDisabled HighestEnergy.pdf|Highest Energy PDF]]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/8/8b/5DMkII_AlienBeesB1600_HighestEnergy_Ver11.pdf Highest Energy PDF]
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|[[media:5DMarkII AB1600 HyperSyncOnlyDisabled ReducedClipping.pdf|Reduced Clipping PDF]]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/2/28/5DMkII_AlienBeesB1600_ReducedClipping_Ver11.pdf Reduced Clipping PDF]
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_Receiving_FlexTT5_and_AC9_AlienBees_Adapter FlexTT5 and AC9 AlienBees Adapter Setup]
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===White Lightning and FlexTT5 with AC9 AlienBees Adapter===
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_ControlTL_Transmitter Transmitter Setup]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/7/72/5DMarkII_WhiteLightningX3200_HighestEnergy_Ver11.pdf Highest Energy PDF]
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|rowspan=2|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/images/2/23/5DMarkII_WhiteLightningX3200_ReducedClipping_Ver11.pdf Reduced Clipping PDF]
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|[http://wiki.pocketwizard.com/index.php?title=HyperSync_Setup#How_to_Configure_the_Receiving_FlexTT5_and_AC9_AlienBees_Adapter FlexTT5 and AC9 AlienBees Adapter Setup]
 
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Latest revision as of 09:02, 25 August 2021

Review this page for information about the Canon EOS 5D Mark II and its performance with PocketWizard radios.

General Canon Operational Considerations

The following operational considerations apply to all Canon cameras unless otherwise noted.

Calibration Shot

With a Canon camera and ControlTL radios the first exposure after initial connection or power-on is the calibration shot. It is recommended that you take the calibration shot at 1/125. This initiates communication between the camera and radio. This shot will not fire remote flashes.

Manually Select Camera Model

For best results with a Canon camera and ControlTL radios, be sure to manually select your camera model on the transmitting radio. Camera model selection is found on the "Channel" tab.


5D Mark II Specific Operational Considerations

The following operational considerations apply only to the 5D Mark II.

Camera Firmware

For best results, use the latest camera body firmware. The latest firmware for the 5D Mark II is available for download at Canon Firmware Updates.

FEC for Remote Power

After making a camera FEC change, a half-press may be required to update remotes with the new power information.


HyperSync Performance

Use the tables below to view the 5D Mark II's HyperSync performance with a specific flash.

  1. Find the table for your flash brand and PocketWizard receiver.
  2. Locate your flash in the "Flash Model" column.
  3. Follow the "Transmitter Setup" link in the "Radio Setup" column to configure your transmitter.
  4. Follow the appropriate Receiver Setup link in the "Radio Setup" column. When configuring your receiver, you will need to choose a HyperSync Automation method, either Reduced Clipping or Highest Energy.
  5. Choose the PDF that corresponds to the HyperSync Automation method that you have selected for your radios. The PDFs contain images that illustrate the kind of performance you should expect with your setup.


Einstein and PowerMC2

Flash Model Radio Setup HyperSync Automation Selection
Einstein E640 Transmitter Setup Highest Energy PDF Reduced Clipping PDF
PowerMC2 Setup

Note: Example images were captured using the Einstein's "Color" mode.

Elinchrom and PowerST4

Flash Model Radio Setup HyperSync Automation Selection
Ranger RX S-Head Transmitter Setup Highest Energy PDF Reduced Clipping PDF
PowerST4 Setup
Ranger RX A-Head Transmitter Setup Highest Energy PDF Reduced Clipping PDF
PowerST4 Setup

AlienBees and FlexTT5 with AC9 AlienBees Adapter

Flash Model Radio Setup HyperSync Automation Selection
AlienBees B1600 Transmitter Setup Highest Energy PDF Reduced Clipping PDF
FlexTT5 and AC9 AlienBees Adapter Setup

White Lightning and FlexTT5 with AC9 AlienBees Adapter

Flash Model Radio Setup HyperSync Automation Selection
White Lightning X3200 Transmitter Setup Highest Energy PDF Reduced Clipping PDF
FlexTT5 and AC9 AlienBees Adapter Setup


Don't see your gear?
We have paused our HyperSync testing and PDF production for the time being. We may be adding more results to the wiki as they become available. Check back in the future.


Canon Special Notes

The following special notes apply to all Canon cameras.

In-Camera Speedlite Control

Speedlite controls set via the in-camera menus, like Flash Exposure Compensation and ratio settings, are not currently supported.

Rear-Curtain Sync and Bulb

Rear Curtain Sync and Bulb mode cannot be used together. For more information, visit our Rear Curtain Sync page.

Remote Infrared Control

ControlTL radios disable ALL infra-red/optical communication pulses used in Canon’s native TTL system, and will not trigger remote flashes configured to receive these pulses. A PocketWizard radio is required for each remote flash you want to trigger.

Unsupported Flash Modes

FEB (Flash Exposure Bracketing) and Stroboscopic Flash are not currently supported.


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