Vintage Vivitar 283 Auto Thyristor Electronic Flash Unit SB-4 Hot Shoe Camera

Original price was: د.ا44.Current price is: د.ا32.

Vintage Vivitar 283 Auto Thyristor electronic flash unit featuring a tilting flash head, removable auto sensor dial, shoe mount with lock, and battery holder compartment.

Up for sale is an iconic vintage Vivitar 283 Auto Thyristor Electronic Camera Flash Unit.

Renowned as one of the most reliable and legendary camera flashes ever produced, the Vivitar 283 is celebrated for its durable construction, fast recycle times, and removable automatic thyristor sensor for bounce flash control.

Item Specifications & Features:
• Brand: Vivitar
• Model: 283 Auto Thyristor
• Flash Head: Tilting vertical head with degree indicators (0° to 90°)
• Technology: Auto Thyristor energy-saving circuit
• Sensor: Front-mounted removable automatic thyristor sensor dial
• Serial Number: 2281882
• Power Source: Accepts Vivitar SB-4 power supply tray / battery holder (or external power pack)
• Controls: On/Off switch, test flash button, hot shoe mounting foot with manual lock wheel

Condition Overview:
• Cosmetic Condition: Pre-owned vintage condition with light surface scuffs, minor handling marks, and dust consistent with age.
• Mechanical & Structure: Tilting head mechanism clicks smoothly; hot shoe mount and locking wheel operate properly.
• Battery Compartment: Clean and intact inside.
• Note: Battery holder (SB-4 tray) is included inside/installed, but unit is untested with fresh batteries or camera connection. Sold as-is for collectors, prop display, or photography gear setup.