Will standard light stand mounts and wireless triggers work with a Sony a57 flash setup?

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I’m starting with off-camera flash on a budget and use a Sony a57. I already have a manual flash that works on the camera. I’m looking at a basic light stand/umbrella kit plus Cowboy Studio wireless triggers, and I’m unsure about shoe compatibility.

Do I need a light stand or umbrella adapter that is specific to Sony/Minolta, or do most wireless receivers use a standard foot that fits normal cold shoes on light stand mounts? Also, if I want to use flashes on the camera as well as off-camera, should I be looking for Sony-specific shoe versions or adapters?

user472 · Accepted Answer

Well, if you want to use any of the flashes you purchase on your camera body as well, then getting receivers that are designed for Sony (originally Minolta) hot shoes is a good idea and that may mean needing a Sony mount. However, one thing to consider is that Sony, for reasons I'm try to understand, put an ISO standard hot shoe on the A99. So... If there's any chance you'll upgrade to the flagship or move to another brand, you might consider going to a more standard shoe design and buying flashes designed for that instead.

At any rate, looking at the images of the receivers, it's a little hard to tell of the bottom is standard. It looks it, which means it should fit the cold shoe on the umbrella adapter as is. To confirm that, you could contact Cowboy Studio and confirm the best setup for your camera since you're looking at going with their gear across the board and it takes away any worry.

Will standard light stand mounts and wireless triggers work with a Sony a57 flash setup?

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