KEKS KF-01 Flash - Chrome

Sale price$190.00

Struggling with unreliable flash units or cameras without built-in flash? Need consistent, manual control for low-light shooting? The KEKS KF-01 flash offers dependable performance, adjustable output, and seamless compatibility with your favourite film cameras.

Introducing the new KF-01 Compact flash, a perfect blend of timeless design and simplicity. The KF-01 is inspired by the well-known Contax TLA140, stands out with its sleek design aluminium body, offering a level of durability and premium look.

With a guide number of 12 and 3 output levels, the flash delivers an adequate amount of light for most scenarios. The KF-01 works seamlessly on any camera with a hot shoe or PC sync port*, it comes with an easy-to-read exposure table at the back, making it super friendly to film photographers. The KF-01 is powered by 2x AAA batteries, guaranteeing reliability and long-lasting performance.

  • Guide numbers: GN12
  • Recycle time: 1.5-8s
  • Battery life: 300 flashes
  • Battery: 2 x AAA batteries
  • 3 output levels: 1, 1/2, 1/3
  • Material: Aluminium
  • Dimensions: 57x22x67mm
  • PC sync support: Yes*
  • 12 month warranty for peace of mind

*PC-sync cable sold separately here.

From KEKS:
As film photographers, we noticed that most flashes on the market were dull, plasticky and impractical. So, we set out to create something different. We teamed up with a passionate group of film enthusiasts and innovative engineering students from the University of Bristol to design our first flash — A compact, film-friendly flash with a beautifully designed aluminium body that combines timeless aesthetics with reliable performance.

Minimalist
The KF-01 combines a sleek, modern aesthetic, the rectangle shape of the KF-01 is inspired by the Contax TLA140, its body is about the same size as a credit card, making it very portable to carry around. The minimalist design also keeps a subtle and unobtrusive look on your camera. 

Versatile
Whether you are using analogue or digital camera, the KF-01 always work. In addition to the hot-shoe, the KF-01 also comes with a PC sync port for vintage cameras. The back of the flash features an easy-to-read exposure chart, making it super friendly to film photographers. 

Meet your demand
With a guide number of 12, the flash delivers an enough light to cater for most photographic scenarios. The quickest recycle time is only 1s, making sure that you won't miss any shots. The flash also offers three power levels, allowing versatile lighting control. 

Built to last
The KF-01 is engineered to be durable and long lasting, protected by an aluminium body. In the event of repairs, many parts can be sourced and replaced easily. To give you a peace of mind, the KF-01 comes with 12 months warranty.

The KF-01 is also powered by easy to source 2x AAA batteries which powers approximately 300 flashes before replacement. Guaranteed reliability and long-lasting performance.