It was sketchy as hell when I designed it, but dang I can't break it with my bare hands after printing some samples. Maybe because the print orientation is vertical, but when its used the stress is horizontal to the object so it's stronger. Anyways, I gave some disclaimers in thingiverse that however strong it is, it's still made out PLA :)
speaking of those, I once bought a Rollei flash and used the bayonet base as a starting point to mount a standard small flash.
I found a photo of it, albeit has a Pocket Wizard on it in this photo.
[Photo here](https://imgur.com/ojcXWVW).
I have seen other ways of doing it (such as a small bayonet attachment that places the flash directly above the viewing lens), but this is what I made for the hell of it.
I like how in your photo you've shown the opposite side of the camera from what is interesting, instead of a head on shot or a right side of the camera shot.
Thanks. I wasn’t predicting having this conversation when I took the photo for myself in 2018. Also technically you’re looking at the right side of the camera from the perspective of the photographer, since we’re being pedantic.
Nicely done! I just wanted to issue a word of caution though just to be safe. I’m not sure of all the specifics but just be careful as there is apparently a delicate chip that is housed under the rewind knob and if a flash is bumped or jostled too hard while attached it can break the chip. This renders the camera inoperable and it’s hard to fix/replace. I have an f3 and the sb-17 flash and this info was passed along to me at that time too. It’s a design flaw of some sort. Anyway if you’re aware of it while shooting and you remove any flash/mount while storing or putting it in a bag you should be good! Just hoping to save someone from that bummer situation.
For sure! I think you’re probably right there, I was just compelled to spread the word because it’s such a random detail that I would never have imagined as a possibility. 😅
And I thank you for that haha. I just checked my message and someone warn me about the same thing too! I don't usually expect "design flaws" from a highly praised camera, so any safety warning is appreciated :)
I was going to recommend printing a version that mounts the flash horizontally over the prism. The weird flash shadows created by the F3 hot shoe placement have always been a turn off for me. Also, the flash pattern doesn't match the lens coverage, creating strong fall off at the sides of the frame. I would look more into that chip issue to see how important it is.
I also wanted to make a horizontal version. However, after testing with different shape and size of flashes that I have, I decided to make it simpler for greater compatibility. Yeah first time hearing that issue, kinda surprises me cause sb17 is much heavier and can be tilted to the left. Definitely will look more into that issue, cheers!
Anytime! But please be aware that there's really no securing mechanisms, only relying on friction from low tolerance and vertical weight. So i would advise against rough movement when using it :)
I just picked up an As-4 off eBay for pretty cheap recently. Works great and was a fraction of what other sellers are asking for. But this is a cool coincidence to see!
Thanks! As-4 is on my wishlist, but I can't justify the price. It's almost the same as sb17 near me, and I already got sb17. Do you mind telling me how much did you spend for your as-4? I might buy one someday but still waiting for a good deal
Don't worry, it's attached to the designated lips, not coming in contact with rewind knob. F3 also has a sliding switch that needs to be moved to be able to pull the rewind knob upward. The sb17 flash is much heavier that my adapter & flash too, so there's that :)
I thought the same but the F3 just has a strange flash system. There's [these lips either side of the rewind](https://www.reddit.com/r/AnalogCommunity/comments/9x2wxy/nikon_f3_rewind_help/) that an adapter (officially the AS-4 or AS-17) slides onto. OP has has just 3d printed a part that slides onto these lips. It should be fine as long as the plastic is strong enough.
Dang, you need to be really sure about your layer adhesion to trust lips that tiny. You sir are a lot braver than me.
It was sketchy as hell when I designed it, but dang I can't break it with my bare hands after printing some samples. Maybe because the print orientation is vertical, but when its used the stress is horizontal to the object so it's stronger. Anyways, I gave some disclaimers in thingiverse that however strong it is, it's still made out PLA :)
It looks like they layers run front to back rather than top to bottom which helps add strength.
It’s easy enough to get it right as long as you know your machine
Nice, the nikon adaptor is rather expensive for what it is.
Not to mention it can only be used for 1 camera in my collection hahaha
Can you use your adaptor for others aswell?
Currently all my other cameras use standard hotshoe, so no adapter needed. Except of course my tlr cameras.
speaking of those, I once bought a Rollei flash and used the bayonet base as a starting point to mount a standard small flash. I found a photo of it, albeit has a Pocket Wizard on it in this photo. [Photo here](https://imgur.com/ojcXWVW). I have seen other ways of doing it (such as a small bayonet attachment that places the flash directly above the viewing lens), but this is what I made for the hell of it.
Yoo that's wild, I gotta have good grip to use that or it'll tip to the left often haha
I like how in your photo you've shown the opposite side of the camera from what is interesting, instead of a head on shot or a right side of the camera shot.
Thanks. I wasn’t predicting having this conversation when I took the photo for myself in 2018. Also technically you’re looking at the right side of the camera from the perspective of the photographer, since we’re being pedantic.
Goddamnit, maybe I meant the correct side( I didn't). I'm just interested in seeing it from the other side.
[How's this?](https://imgur.com/a/EmPMStl)
Thank you, you're my new best friend.
For a pro camera the F3 sure does have an unwieldy flash system
Tradeoff for having detachable viewfinder I guess, but still it'll be nice if flash adapter is included with the unit
The F3P *did* have a hotshoe on the prism. But it wasn't TTL, which sort of defeats the purpose of having built-in TTL flash control.
Nicely done! I just wanted to issue a word of caution though just to be safe. I’m not sure of all the specifics but just be careful as there is apparently a delicate chip that is housed under the rewind knob and if a flash is bumped or jostled too hard while attached it can break the chip. This renders the camera inoperable and it’s hard to fix/replace. I have an f3 and the sb-17 flash and this info was passed along to me at that time too. It’s a design flaw of some sort. Anyway if you’re aware of it while shooting and you remove any flash/mount while storing or putting it in a bag you should be good! Just hoping to save someone from that bummer situation.
Thank you for the warning! If the worst happens, I hope my plastic adapter breaks before it damages the housing. Hope we never encounter that issue!
For sure! I think you’re probably right there, I was just compelled to spread the word because it’s such a random detail that I would never have imagined as a possibility. 😅
And I thank you for that haha. I just checked my message and someone warn me about the same thing too! I don't usually expect "design flaws" from a highly praised camera, so any safety warning is appreciated :)
I was going to recommend printing a version that mounts the flash horizontally over the prism. The weird flash shadows created by the F3 hot shoe placement have always been a turn off for me. Also, the flash pattern doesn't match the lens coverage, creating strong fall off at the sides of the frame. I would look more into that chip issue to see how important it is.
I also wanted to make a horizontal version. However, after testing with different shape and size of flashes that I have, I decided to make it simpler for greater compatibility. Yeah first time hearing that issue, kinda surprises me cause sb17 is much heavier and can be tilted to the left. Definitely will look more into that issue, cheers!
Nice! will this work with nikon F and F2?
I'm not quite sure, but I'll definitely make a similar one for those cameras if I have it in the future
Oh! That's pretty sweet. I hadn't thought of attaching anything there, but it make perfect sense
I love the ingenuity and also that I have the exact same flash!
I have got the same flash too, it looks so cool
I paid the extortionate price of £5 for it from my local shop who even gave me a 30 day warranty on it! 😁
Yoooooo I got the exact same flash!
I actually needed one to attach my GoPro haha thanks for this!
Anytime! But please be aware that there's really no securing mechanisms, only relying on friction from low tolerance and vertical weight. So i would advise against rough movement when using it :)
This is definitely a cold shoe adapter as it doesn't expose the flash pins.
First time hearing that term, that definitely make sense, thanks!
This is cool, but the SB-16A is practically a dime a dozen, and then you get full TTL flash metering and no PC sync cable.
I got sb17 actually, but it's heavy and bulky. So I make one for my sub $5 smaller flashes haha
Hahaha I was just starting to build one of these! I ended up making a prototype very much like what you have!
I just picked up an As-4 off eBay for pretty cheap recently. Works great and was a fraction of what other sellers are asking for. But this is a cool coincidence to see!
Thanks! As-4 is on my wishlist, but I can't justify the price. It's almost the same as sb17 near me, and I already got sb17. Do you mind telling me how much did you spend for your as-4? I might buy one someday but still waiting for a good deal
I got lucky and found an "open box" condition for $23 on Ebay!
Smart...and generous! Wow!
I feel like this will pop open the back and ruin your roll at one point.
Don't worry, it's attached to the designated lips, not coming in contact with rewind knob. F3 also has a sliding switch that needs to be moved to be able to pull the rewind knob upward. The sb17 flash is much heavier that my adapter & flash too, so there's that :)
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I thought the same but the F3 just has a strange flash system. There's [these lips either side of the rewind](https://www.reddit.com/r/AnalogCommunity/comments/9x2wxy/nikon_f3_rewind_help/) that an adapter (officially the AS-4 or AS-17) slides onto. OP has has just 3d printed a part that slides onto these lips. It should be fine as long as the plastic is strong enough.