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I’ve written a blog post about the new SMART 3 Olympus/Panasonic version. I didn’t want to go too deep into technical details, since the main goal was to promote the product, but I believe there are still some useful insights in the post. :) Click the link if you're interested. :) https://www.trt-electronics.com/blog/rc-or-wireless-mode-panasonic-vs-olympus-control-question-from-o-turtle-viewpoint/72/

If the 160D supports HSS, then I believe the answer is yes. I don’t remember exactly when I had the Seaflash 160D with me. :(

Right! Test is done with success. R5 works with the s-turtle 2 manual. Tested function was 1st curtain / 2nd curtain and HSS with retra pro max. :)

I hope I was able to reply to everyone. If I missed someone, feel free to reach out to me via Instagram or Facebook chat. :)

The i-TURTLE SMART 3 is compatible with the following strobes in TTL and Manual modes via camera menu control. High-Speed Sync (HSS) is available when enabled in the camera menu and supported by the strobe. Tested and supported strobes: Ikelite DS160 Inon Z240 / Z330 Sea & Sea YS-D2J MILC Sea & Sea YS-D3 RETRA PRO-X MILC Ikelite DS230 Seaflash 160D Seaflash 60D RETRA PRO MAX Apollo 3 Apollo S AOI UIS P Backscatter HF-1 Sea & Sea YS-D3 DUO Note: The Backscatter HF-1 works in TTL mode if you set it to SONY mode. I personally tested this strobe during a liveaboard trip in the Red Sea in April. For more details and real-world testing photos, check out our blog post: 👉 SMART3 Prototype Testing in the Red Sea Although most photos feature the AOI UIS P, I also used the HF-1 during the trip.

Our manual trigger knows 1St curtain/2nd curtain switching and switch automatically to HSS over the flash sync. https://www.trt-electronics.com/shop/e-turtle-2-manual-trigger/46/ I can test the R5 this week and write you here. :)

Absolutely. A7R5 was tested few years ago. The A1 II was tested by my friend last moth and use the SMART-2 for that. The SMART 3 works with that also.

Absolutely. :)

Hi These products are now available, but we haven’t given up on making the Canon system work reliably across all camera models. Unfortunately, since Canon’s pre-flash behavior differs from other systems, each trigger must be individually configured for each camera and strobe combination. This is an enormous task. Manufacturers who tie their Canon triggers to a specific housing or camera body have an advantage, as they only need to focus on one trigger–one body pairing. As far as I know, currently there is no underwater trigger that works perfectly with all Canon cameras. We’re doing our best. The manual Turtles in the Series 3 line will be released soon. After that, we’ll be able to focus more on the Canon TTL issue.

The Manual/TTL switching function is not available on all Sony cameras, and we aimed to find a solution that allows every Sony model to switch underwater between TTL and pre-flash-free modes. This led us to monitor the "WL" (Wireless) function in the camera's signals, and when it is activated, the system switches to the configured mode. This setting can be customized in the Setup program for Sony cameras. This alternative mode can be set to First Curtain, Rear Curtain, or Strobe mode, which activates between shutter speeds of 1/10 sec and 2 sec. You can read more about this feature on our blog. https://www.trt-electronics.com/blog/stroboscope-mode-with-smart-triggers/70/

Yes . Many things have changed in the new Turtle 3. We tried to implement the requests we received from you, our customers. I believe we’ve managed to reach several important milestones. I trust that many satisfied users will enjoy using the new product. :)

The long-awaited SMART3 trigger has arrived! 🐢We’ve received tons of valuable feedback from you – our customers – and based on that, we’ve made several improvements that make the TURTLE not just one number higher, but truly smarter, more powerful, and more practical! The SMART3 series now comes in a brand-new, elegant box that protects it during transport and offers space for your optical cable, a spare battery, and of course, the USB charging cable. The package includes both USB-A and USB-C cables, making charging easy no matter what type of charger you use. You asked – we delivered! SMART3 is available not only in TTL, but also in MANUAL version, and it includes every feature that truly makes it SMART! 💡📸 The main specifications can be seen here — of course, there are differences between each trigger, but the core additional features are the same across all models. Key Features – SMART 3 VersionUser-replaceable battery with 3× the capacity of previous SMART 1–2 models USB-C connector for charging and configuration Reinforced switches and robust connector for LED or sync cord output "SMART" button to check battery status with led flashing 4 flashes = 100% 3 flashes = 75% 2 flashes = 50% 1 flash = 25% TTL & Manual mode switching via the camera menu – even underwater First curtain Second curtain Package Includes:1× TURTLE SMART 3 TTL Trigger 1× plus accumulator 1× LED panel (or optional sync cord output) 1× USB-C charging and configuration cable Available now SONY, Nikon, Olympus/Panasonic TTL and manual triggers. https://www.trt-electronics.com/shop/o-turtle-3-smart-ttl-trigger-for-olympus-panasonic-systems/57/ https://www.trt-electronics.com/shop/i-turtle-3-smart-ttl-trigger-for-nikon-dslr-s-and-milc-systems/56/ https://www.trt-electronics.com/shop/s-turtle-3-smart-ttl-trigger-for-sony-systems/55/

Thank you for the link! It was an excellent summary, but if I may, I’d like to add a little extra spice. Thanks to the new optical control system, both the SONY and Olympus TTL RC modes now offer extremely accurate TTL performance. A few weeks ago, I tested the Sony TTL mode in real-world conditions using Nikon Z8 and Sony A7 IV cameras with our own triggers. The results were outstanding. So I can confidently say that a truly exceptional strobe has been created. :) Additionally, the results of our TTL-side testing approach are available on our website for those interested. https://www.trt-electronics.com/blog/smart-3-prototype-testing-in-the-red-sea/71/

Unfortunately, the firmware cannot be downloaded to the trigger—only the flash settings and a few special features can be adjusted. The firmware can only be downloaded by us. This is a new product since a complete software replacement was necessary due to the new flash control system. The HF-1 and AOI no longer operate with the conventional optical TTL as before.

Hello everyone, The new triggers have arrived! They perfectly handle the HF-1 and AOI UIS PI strobes. They are available on our website. Here are a few videos showcasing their operation: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/15MV4654Pe/ https://www.facebook.com/reel/665868619204476

Hi. In case the Backscatter trigger doesn’t fit somewhere and TTL is needed. The new software for the TURTLE trigger will be available soon. The first tests have been completed, and they went quite well. I’m attaching a video of the new s-TURTLE 2 SMART+ trigger and the HF-1. https://www.facebook.com/reel/1152505352922785

I will thinking about that. Now we are working on the TURTLE 3 version.

I understand your frustration. Unfortunately, the photo you uploaded was misleading to me because the trigger was in focus. We have to accept that there are situations where a photo of housing alone does not clearly show whether our trigger is compatible. I' d also like to add that no manufacturer is willing to collaborate with third-party accessory companies. It is impossible to buy and test every case, camera, or flash available on the market. We invest a lot of money in testing and keep a large stock of flashes and cameras, but there is no amount of money that would allow us to answer every question instantly. Pavel and I do our best to help every customer, but it would be much easier if people contacted us directly . Im sorry for misunderstanding your question. In this case i see the normal trigger does not fit there. Sorry Balazs

Dear Adventurer Sorry, I did not notice that there is an accessory built into your housing. I can see it now in the photo. You need to remove that, as the factory Marelux trigger takes up the space. So, remove it, and I think it should work.

Hello. As far as I know, there is plenty of space for our trigger in the Marelux housing. I have been using the 5mm LED in the Sony A7 IV Marelux housing for years, and it works perfectly. Here is the link about the 5mm leds: https://www.trt-electronics.com/shop/led-adapter-replacement-5-mm-normal-led/8/ So if you order the e-TURTLE 2 manual trigger with these leds you can use it in Marelux housing. https://www.trt-electronics.com/shop/e-turtle-2-manual-with-15-cd/47/ If you have any question just write Us.

Hello,, Unfortunately, I didn't realize that the GH5/GH6 had already been tested, so I was able to rent one and conducted the tests myself. It works perfectly in normal optical TTL mode. Unfortunately, the WL mode has not been tested yet, and the PANASONIC (RC) mode does not run. There are many active projects right now, so I haven't had much time to deal with this, but I will dedicate some time to it soon. I will share the results either on the website's blog or on Facebook and Instagram. Have a nice evening.. 🙂

Hello, yes, it remains in that state, but it only activates between 1/10 and 2 seconds. Basically, I originally designed this function for myself, but I integrated it into the SMART systems. Unfortunately, it won’t be included in manual triggers. This is a more expensive SMART feature, but I’m working on the Canon TTL trigger and hope to bring it to market soon.

Happy New Year to everyone! This year, we aim to dedicate more time to addressing technical questions. As part of this effort, we’ve written a brief description of a feature available in the TURTLE SMART Nikon and Sony versions. Take a look, and feel free to reach out if you have any questions! 🙂 https://www.trt-electronics.com/blog/stroboscope-mode-with-smart-triggers/70/

Ohh sorry... Yes its a compact system. All pins are soldered to the pcb. I hope the new one will works flawlessly. 🙂

I’m sorry that the trigger broke. It’s likely that the spring behind the pin has snapped. If you send it back, we can repair it. The differences between the triggers can be read on the website. But briefly: The only difference between the Mobie and the SMART 1 is the connector that leads to the cable. The Smart 2, however, is designed for the newer high-end cameras.