Is my Canon EOS 30D compatible with a Starblitz 3600 DFM flash that was originally made for a film camera?

Question

Can I use a Starblitz 3600 DFM flash with my Canon EOS 30D, or do I need an adapter? If so, what kind? The flash was bought for a film camera

Answer 1

You do not want to use that flash with your camera, the high trigger voltage of that flash could fry your camera's electronics. If you really wanted to use it, you could buy a Wein safesync adapter for about $50, from B&H Photo or Adorama. But you might just want to buy a new, compatible flash, such as a SunPak that will actually communicate with your camera's exposure metering system.

Answer 2

Here is a link that can help you decide.  If any of the flash units you have use a trigger voltage higher than 6v, you risk frying your cameras electronics.

http://www.botzilla.com/photo/strobeVolt...