I like the 283 more because i don't have to mess with the zoom head.

I like the 283 more because i don't have to mess with the zoom head.  Read Less

I recently bought one of these used and am delighted with it.

I recently bought one of these used and am delighted with it.  Read Less

With the vp-1 vari-power add on, it's a 5.

With the vp-1 vari-power add on, it's a 5.  Read Less

Now using a nikon d70 with the 283.

Now using a nikon d70 with the 283.  Read Less

This item are great as a flash and the price thanks!

This item are great as a flash and the price thanks!  Read Less

For this price, buy two or three.

For this price, buy two or three.  Read Less

You get metal parts, not chrome painted plastic like in the 285hv.

You get metal parts, not chrome painted plastic like in the 285hv.  Read Less

I have both low and high voltage models.

I have both low and high voltage models.  Read Less

Lots of accessories are available in reasonabe price.

Lots of accessories are available in reasonabe price.  Read Less

Its weight compared to most modern compact slrs; 2.

Its weight compared to most modern compact slrs; 2.  Read Less