The Phottix Odin II TTL Flash Triggering System is now available for Pentax cameras. Developed and tested in conjunction with Pentax engineers at Ricoh Imaging in Japan, the Odin II for Pentax bring the power and control of the award-winning Odin and Indra systems to Pentax users. 

Phottix Press Release

Las Vegas: Phottix’s flagship Odin II TTL Flash Triggering system has a new addition, a transmitter, and control unit (TCU) for Pentax cameras.

Developed and tested in conjunction with Pentax engineers at Ricoh Imaging in Japan, the Odin II for Pentax bring the power and control of the award-winning Odin and Indra systems to Pentax users. 

"The is another great addition to the Phottix line-up of lighting solutions," said Steve Peer, Phottix CEO. "It is a privilege to collaborate with a brand as prestigious and celebrated as Pentax. We look forward to offering Phottix lighting solutions to Pentax fans around the world."

"We are excited that the new Photix Odin II will provide enhanced functionality, such as High Speed Sync, with our DSLR products. WPPI provides a great venue for the photo community to experience the compatibility between these two great systems.," said Ken Curry, Senior National Sales Manager, Ricoh Imaging. The Phottix Odin II for Pentax will ship to Phottix global partners in early March.

The Phottix Odin II for Pentax is compatible with the Phottix ecosystem of flash triggers. Using specially designed firmware the Phottix Odin II for Pentax will control and trigger the Phottix Indra500 TTL Studio Light.

* On Compatible Cameras

High Speed Sync

The Odin II allows medium format Pentax users to use High Speed Sync– and shoot at speeds of up to 1/8000s.* When shooting with the Phottix Indra500 TTL shutter speed is no longer a limitation. Tame the sun and ambient light by using higher shutter speeds.

Intuitive User Interface

The re-engineering of the Odin II User Interface came from the feedback of users. Two new features make the Odin II both easier and faster to use. Each group – A, B, C, D, and E - have an individual button for quick access. To further streamline use an analog thumbwheel was added to allow for faster control of power levels.

More Channels and Digital ID

The Odin II features 32 channels as well as a Digital ID function to customize their compatible Phottix products - keeping them safe from interference and outside triggering. Using a four-digit Digital ID code on their Phottix products will only trigger from products using the same four-digit Digital ID code. With more channels and Digital ID, photographers can shoot more and worry less about other nearby users.

Second Curtain Sync

The Odin II for Pentax allows users to shoot with Second Curtain Sync, to achieve special effects and enhance creative possibilities.

Phottix Indra Compatibility

The Phottix Odin II is compatible with the Phottix Indra500 – allowing users to control power level in TTL and Manual Modes and control the Indra500 modeling light – all from the camera.

A Complete “Anything Goes” System

The Odin II is the crown jewel in Phottix’s complete system approach to lighting. The Odin II can control and trigger Phottix’s award-winning Indra500 as well as trigger compatible Phottix products.

The Phottix Lighting System oers solutions for every shooter. From lighting minimalists to studio professionals products can be combined to create the perfect lighting solution for challenging environments.

Compatibility with the Phottix Ecosystem

Phottix continues to be dedicated to making its newest technology work with previous generations. The Phottix Odin II will trigger** classic Phottix triggers, including the original Odin, Strato I and II, and Atlas II.

** Some limitations apply.

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