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Compact red clam-shell flash opens to full-size unit with retro fan reflector

Flashpoint Brand

Flashpoint Brand FlashBack Senior On-Camera Flash Red

SKU CH-GNM8-00G3M

A compact clam-shell flash that expands to full size and works with vintage and modern cameras via a single-pin hot shoe

  • Collapses to 5 x 2.5 x 2 inches for easy transport
  • Design fuses 1930s reflector style with 1972 auto speedlight heritage
  • Single-pin hot shoe works across modern and vintage camera brands
  • F-stop automation on the flash body gives consistent exposure
  • Rechargeable lithium-ion cells deliver reliable power for extended shooting

Compact Retro Flash

The Flashpoint FlashBack Senior is a red on-camera flash that folds from a 5 x 2.5 x 2 inch clam shell into a full-size unit. It blends 1930s reflector styling with 1972 automatic speedlight heritage for photographers who value classic aesthetics. The single-pin hot shoe fits modern Canon, Nikon, Sony, Fujifilm, Panasonic, Olympus and Pentax bodies as well as vintage Exacta, Contax, Leica, Konica and Linhof models. Rechargeable lithium-ion cells supply power for uninterrupted shooting.

Check Hot Shoe And Exposure Method

Verify that your camera body provides a standard single-pin hot shoe contact; proprietary multi-pin mounts will not trigger this unit. The flash uses f-stop automation set on the flash body itself rather than TTL communication with the camera. You must set the lens aperture to the f-stop indicated on the flash for correct exposure. Ensure you are comfortable with manual aperture control before ordering.

Build Around Manual Flash Workflow

The collapsible clam shell design frees bag space when the flash is stowed and deploys quickly for use. Because automation is handled on the flash, no camera-specific firmware or TTL protocol is required, simplifying compatibility across mixed kits. The unit suits photographers who prefer setting aperture on the lens and letting the flash regulate output. It does not serve users who require through-the-lens metering, high-speed sync or wireless commander functions.

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Price $76.99
Pricier than about 60% of the 3,696 comparable items (median $57.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

What comes in the box with the FlashBack Senior flash and do I need to buy batteries separately?

The unit includes a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion cell so no separate batteries are required; the clamshell body itself forms the protective case.

There is only one colour shown — does the red version differ in any specification from other colours?

The red finish is purely cosmetic; every FlashBack Senior shares the same single-pin hot shoe, f-stop automation and lithium-ion power.

How does the f-stop automation work when I mount the flash on my modern mirrorless camera?

Set the lens aperture to the f-stop indicated on the flash body; the unit meters its own output independently of any camera TTL system.

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