APRANET Tumax DPT-588 AFZ flash per Olympus/Panasonic

For event photographers covering weddings or photojournalists on assignment, the APRANET Tumax DPT-588 AFZ delivers powerful, reliable lighting for Olympus and Panasonic mirrorless cameras. Its guide number of 58 at ISO 100 and 105mm ensures ample illumination even in large venues or outdoor fill-flash situations.

Key specifications

• Guide Number: 58 (ISO 100, 105mm)
• Flash Modes: TTL, Manual, Multi, S1, S2
• Zoom Range: 24-105mm (auto/manual), wide panel covers 14mm
• Recycle Time: 0.1-5 seconds
• Power: 4x AA batteries (alkaline or Ni-MH)
• Bounce: -7° to 90° vertical, 0° to 270° horizontal swivel
• Wireless: Optical slave modes S1 and S2
• Display: Backlit LCD
• Extras: AF assist beam, PC sync port, external power port, wide panel diffuser, bounce card, overheat protection

Why choose it

The DPT-588 AFZ combines high output with versatile control. TTL compatibility ensures accurate automatic exposure with compatible Olympus and Panasonic bodies, while full manual control allows creative lighting ratios. The optical slave modes enable off-camera setups without additional triggers, and the fast recycle time keeps up with continuous shooting. The swivel and bounce head provide flexibility for bouncing light off ceilings or walls for softer, more flattering results.

Ideal use cases

• Wedding and event photography requiring reliable on-camera flash
• Portrait sessions where bounce flash creates soft, even lighting
• Off-camera lighting setups using optical slave triggering
• Photojournalism and documentary work needing a robust, portable flash
• Macro and close-up photography with the wide panel diffuser

Good to know

The flash runs on four AA batteries, offering approximately 100-1500 flashes depending on battery type and power level. It includes a built-in wide panel and bounce card for light shaping, and the backlit LCD makes settings visible in low light. The PC sync port allows connection to external triggers or studio strobes, and the external power port supports high-voltage battery packs for faster recycling during intensive shoots. Overheat protection safeguards the unit during extended use.