Backscatter Atom Flash - How To & Setup Guide
Welcome to the Backscatter Atom Flash Support Page. Here you’ll find video setup guides, tutorials, and the Atom Flash Manual. If you’re new to the Atom Flash, start with our comprehensive review article covering the strobe’s key features, performance, and shooting capabilities to see if it’s the right fit for your underwater photography setup. SEE THE FULL REVIEWSEE ALL THE SAMPLE IMAGESSKIP TO A SECTION Click a title to jump to a specific section. FULL REVIEW >>LEARNING MODE >>OM SYSTEM & OLYMPUS TG SMART CONTROL TTL GUIDE >>OM SYSTEM & OLYMPUS MIRRORLESS SMART CONTROL TTL GUIDE >>SONY SMART CONTROL TTL GUIDE >>CUSTOM MENU GUIDE >>DOWNLOAD THE MANUAL >>FULL REVIEWGet a complete overview of the Atom Flash, including its key features, performance, and shooting capabilities, in this in-depth review. Check out this video on Youtube.LEARNING MODEFollow this step-by-step tutorial to set up and use the Atom Flash Learning Mode pre-flash cancellation system. Check out this video on Youtube.TG SMART CONTROL GUIDELearn the correct camera and strobe settings for using Smart Control TTL with Olympus / OM System TG series cameras. Check out this video on Youtube.OM MIRRORLESS SMART CONTROL GUIDEThis complete setup guide walks through the camera and strobe settings needed to use Smart Control TTL with Olympus / OM System mirrorless cameras. Check out this video on Youtube.SONY SMART CONTROL GUIDESet up Smart Control TTL on your Sony camera and Atom Flash with this easy step-by-step configuration guide. Check out this video on Youtube.CUSTOM MENU GUIDELearn how to navigate, customize and master the Atom Flash custom menu system to match your personal shooting style and underwater photography needs. Check out this video on Youtube.ATOM FLASH MANUALWhich Backscatter Strobe is Best for You? Backscatter offers three distinct underwater strobes, each built for different roles and photographers. Whether you’re a complete macro junkie, always seeking to capture the biggest scenes and subjects, or a hybrid photo-video shooter who wants to capture it all, there’s a Backscatter flash perfectly suited to your style. Mini Flash 3Perfect for macro & close-up workSmall, affordable, & easy to aimDesigned with the Optical Snoot OS-1 for effortless precision lightingOptimized for macro; not ideal for most wide-angle shots$599.00LEARN MOREAtom FlashCompact & travel-ready designPowerful enough for wide, small enough for macroDesigned with the Optical Snoot OS-2 for effortless precision lightingSpot white & red target lightsAll the same photo shooting modes as the Hybrid FlashSmaller & more affordable than the Hybrid FlashEquivalent to F power on the Hybrid Flash$799.00LEARN MOREHybrid FlashBrightest, most powerful strobeBest strobe for extremely large scenes & bright conditionsIntegrated 5000-lumen video light for hybrid shootingSpot, white, & wide red target lightsFastest recycling performanceHighest-performing for all conditions$1,099.00LEARN MORETHE STROBE Backscatter Atom Flash Underwater Strobe Regular Price: $849.00 Sale Price: $799.00You Save: $50.00ORDER NOW Backscatter Atom Flash & Optical Snoot OS-2 Combo Package Regular Price: $1,048.00 Sale Price: $948.00You Save: $100.00ORDER NOW Backscatter Optical Snoot OS-2 $199.00ORDER NOWCreative Lighting Accessories Choose the 4500K filters in greener waters to make background water blue. Use 5500K filters for a classic crowd pleaser look good for models to reefs. Ambient Blue filters create a whole new look for still photography by matching the strobe light color to the surrounding light for a natural even color to the entire image. Flat diffusers increase the angle to 130° for smooth even lighting in lower to medium visibility. Dome diffusers are the ultimate in evenness and coverage in great visibility with a 150° angle. White Diffusers, IR, & Excitation FilterAtom Flash White 130 Degree Flat DiffuserIncluded With Strobe $39.00ORDER NOWAtom Flash White 150 Degree Dome Diffuser $39.00ORDER NOWAtom Flash IR Filter $39.00ORDER NOWWarming DiffusersAtom Flash 5500K 130 Degree Flat Diffuser $39.00ORDER NOWAtom Flash 5500K 150 Degree Dome Diffuser $39.00ORDER NOWAtom Flash 4500K 130 Degree Flat Diffuser $39.00ORDER NOWAtom Flash 4500K 150 Degree Dome Diffuser $39.00ORDER NOWAmbient Blue DiffusersAtom Flash Ambient Blue 130 Degree Flat Diffuser $39.00ORDER NOWAtom Flash Ambient Blue 150 Degree Dome Diffuser $39.00ORDER NOWDiffusers PackagesAtom Flash Ambient Blue Diffuser Package Regular Price: $78.00 Sale Price: $69.00You Save: $9.00ORDER NOWAtom Flash Flat Diffuser Package Regular Price: $78.00 Sale Price: $69.00You Save: $9.00ORDER NOWAtom Flash Dome Diffuser Package Regular Price: $117.00 Sale Price: $99.00You Save: $18.00ORDER NOWFiber Optic Cable, Batteries & Chargers Backscatter Universal Fiber Optic Cable $99.00ORDER NOWXtar 18650 4000mAhBattery $25.00ORDER NOWXtar 18650 Dual Battery Package $69.99ORDER NOWFlash TriggersBackscatter Universal Flash Trigger for Olympus and OM System $499.00ORDER NOWBackscatter Nauticam Flash Trigger for Sony $499.00ORDER NOWBackscatter Universal Flash Trigger for Sony $499.00ORDER NOW
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