Parsippany, NJ—Ricoh Imaging introduced the Pentax AF180FG auto flash. Compatible with Pentax DSLRs as well as Ricoh GR digital cameras, the compact, portable flash has a maximum guide number of 18 at ISO 100/m. Further, with outdoor shooting in mind, it features 18 seals in crucial parts of the body, including the hot shoe, making it dustproof and weather resistant.
Pentax AF180FG Key Features
The AF180FG features bounce-flash functionality with a flash head you can adjust vertically to 10 different angles, up to 135°. Consequently, it will soften shadows and create more natural portraiture. 
- A simplified operating system lets you start using the flash instantly by turning the discharge mode dial, which also functions as the on/off switch.
- The dial also provides a choice of four discharge modes: P-TTL auto flash with leading-curtain synchronization and P-TTL auto flash with trailing-curtain synchronization.
- In both settings, the flash’s preliminary emission is detected by the camera’s light sensor to control the main discharge level for proper exposure.
- Manual guide number of 25 at ISO 200/m
- Full-frame 24mm flash coverage angle without wide panel
- A built-in wide-angle panel slides out to cover a 20mm-equivalent angle of view.
- Dimensions: 2.6×2.9×1.2 inches; weight, 5 ounces.
- MSRP: $199.95.
