Quantum Q flash or Hasselblad D flash 40 for use with a hasselblad 503cw?

[ion_sokhos]

Hello, I am wondering if anyone who has used either/both of these units can

comment on their ability, specifically with the hasselblad 503cw. I am looking for a

strong on camera flash to be used for photojournalism/candids.

I am looking for an effect similar to that of Brian Finke's work.

If anyone can help me out it would be greatly appreciated.

 

Best,

Ion

[stan_strembicki]

I own a D Flash and have used the Quantum Q and I like the D Flash a little

more, however, if your needing a flash to use with other cameras, the Q will

be more usefull.

 

The D flash, I found to be accurate, and reliable. I use mine with a Quantum

external battery and I was given a Sunpack external for it, but prefer the

Quantum battery

[danny_liao]

I've used both the D40 and Q Flash on my 503cw. The D40 is good but does not

compare to the Q Flash. The Q Flash works like a little strobe pack with many

function settings...manual, multi, auto, and personal settings. Yes, it's slightly bigger

and you have to carry around a seperate battery pack but the functionality and power

is well worth it. You could also put it on a stand and us it as a portable strobe unit.

Of course, this is going to cost you more...Q Flash and Turbo Z battery will run you

about $800.00.