Vivitar 285HV Zoom Thyristor | Electronic Hot-Shoe Flash | Excellent

Vivitar 285HV Zoom Thyristor | Electronic Hot-Shoe Flash | ExcellentBrand: Vivitar Condition: Used Name: Vivitar 285HV Zoom Thyristor Type: Electronic Hot Shoe Flash Mount: Standard Hot Shoe PC Sync Port Power Source: 4 AA batteries CPB Accessory Code: FL8 Condition: Excellent The Vivitar 285HV (FL8) has been inspected and tested by CPB Darkroom. It fires consistently, both on camera and off camera, confirming proper function through the hot shoe and manual test fire button. The zoom head, power settings, and auto

Brand: Vivitar
Condition: Used
Name: Vivitar 285HV Zoom Thyristor
Type: Electronic Hot-Shoe Flash
Mount: Standard Hot Shoe / PC Sync Port
Power Source: 4 × AA batteries
CPB Accessory Code: FL8
Condition: Excellent 

The Vivitar 285HV (FL8) has been inspected and tested by CPB Darkroom. It fires consistently, both on-camera and off-camera, confirming proper function through the hot shoe and manual test-fire button. The zoom head, power settings, and auto-thyristor modes all operate smoothly. Cosmetically, it is in excellent condition with minimal signs of use. The images shown depict the exact unit you will receive.

The Vivitar 285HV is a legendary manual flash known for its durability, strong output, and reliable thyristor-controlled auto modes. It features an adjustable zoom head, manual power settings, a rotating sensor dial, and compatibility with various off-camera triggering systems — making it a favourite among film shooters, studio users, and Strobist-style setups.

Compatible with:

• Any camera with a standard hot shoe (manual flash)

• Off-camera triggers (PC sync, radio triggers, optical slaves)

• Safe for modern digital cameras due to the low-voltage “HV” circuitry

Flash units sold by CPB Darkroom are tested for firing consistency, zoom head functionality, recycle performance, and general operational reliability.