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HyperSync
HyperSync
Next recommended reading: High Speed Sync
On this page you will find everything you need to know about HyperSync®, and how to make it a valuable tool you
can rely on.
In the sections below you will be introduced to the main principles of HyperSync and how you might use it in your
own photography. There are links to additional pages with in-depth information explaining how HyperSync works,
how to set up your radios for HyperSync, and some example images illustrating the results you can expect.
What is HyperSync?
Garth Milan: “I was using a single Elinchrom Ranger power pack, along with an
Elinchrom Ranger (S head, I believe). I only had the one pack and head, as I had to hike
quite a ways back for this shoot. And yes, I use the PowerST4."
HyperSync is a feature exclusive to
PocketWizard radios that allows you to
shoot at speeds faster than your
cameras X-Sync while using studio
strobes.
Unlike HSS/Auto-FP (High Speed
Sync) which allows speedlights to sync
up to 1/8000th with pulsed light,
HyperSync uses precise timing to
capture the most flash energy in the
frame. If you are curious about how
HyperSync works on a more scientific
level and how it differs from HSS.
Understanding HyperSync
You can see real world examples of
HyperSync usage from professional
working photographers throughout these pages. You can click on the photos for camera and exposure information.
For an in-depth look at how these features look, please visit the following page:
• Understanding HyperSync and High Speed Sync