AirR Product Information
Radio-based wireless TTL receiver (NAS-compatible). Available for Canon, Nikon, and Sony.
This is a receiver compatible with the "NAS (Nissin Air System)," Nissin's proprietary radio-based wireless communication system. Please check the Camera Compatibility Chart for details on commander pairing and compatible flash units.
*Sales of this product will end once current stock is depleted. (Updated March 18, 2026)
*Shipments for the Nikon version have ended.
Suggested Retail Price: 6,350 JPY (6,985 JPY including tax)
To receive manufacturer warranty coverage, you must purchase a genuine domestic product from the retailers listed in Where to Buy. Accessories and replacement parts can be purchased under Accessories and Replacement Parts.
Camera Compatibility Chart｜FAQ｜Instruction Manual｜Firmware
Key Features
Enable radio control for non-radio flash units
Even products with only optical wireless functions, such as the Nissin i600 or i40, can be remotely controlled by radio commanders like the Air10s or Air1*2 (both sold separately) when attached to the "Air R"*1.
It can also be used in combination with flash units that have built-in receivers, such as the MG series flashes or the i60A. Furthermore, it supports genuine flash units from various manufacturers, allowing you to incorporate your existing genuine flashes*1 into the NAS system*3.
*1 Limited to models supported by the Air R. Confirmed compatible models are listed in the Camera Compatibility Chart.
*2 Sales ended in October 2018.
*3 This product cannot be controlled by radio wireless commanders/transmitters from camera manufacturers or other third parties.
Supports TTL, Manual, Zoom adjustment, HSS (FP flash), rear-curtain sync, etc.*
The NAS radio wireless communication system allows anyone to easily and reliably perform flash photography with secure communication and simple operation, even in bright outdoors or environments with many obstacles.
Flashes attached to the AirR can be set to groups A, B, and C, and features such as TTL auto, manual, zoom head adjustment, High-Speed Sync (FP flash)*, and rear-curtain sync* will link with the camera.
*May not be available depending on the specifications of the camera and flash used.
Note: When controlled by the Air10s or MG80 Pro, TTL flash exposure compensation and manual flash output adjustment are in 1/3EV steps, and the minimum manual output is 1/256. (Firmware update required. Updated for models shipped after October 19, 2018 (Canon/Nikon) and January 22, 2019 (Sony).)
Note: When attaching a flash with GN40 or lower (such as the i40) to the AirR for Sony and controlling it from an Air10s, the Air10s's TTL memory function cannot be used due to large errors after light output conversion.
Mount Compatibility
When using the Air R, **all mounts must match** among the camera, commander (Air1/Air10s/MG80 Pro), Air R, and the flash mounted on the Air R for all functions to work.
- If the camera/commander is for Canon and the Air R/flash is for Nikon ⇒ Will not work
- If the camera/commander/Air R/flash are all for Canon ⇒ Will work
*1 Control such as changing light output or zoom position via the commander.
*2 In some cases, even basic sync may not work. We do not verify or guarantee operation when using mixed mounts.
Please see How to identify your mount for more information.
Simple and convenient design
The compact body, which runs on two AAA batteries, is equipped with two intuitive control dials. A channel setting dial on the left and a group selection dial on the right provide excellent visibility.
Mounting foot with tripod socket and built-in self-standing stand
Designed for use in various conditions, the bottom features an accessory shoe and a tripod mounting socket (UNC 1/4-20). It also has a built-in mini-stand that allows it to stand on its own.
Sync socket
The side is equipped with a sync socket, allowing for the synchronization of large studio flash units*.
*Only available when the commander is in manual mode.
Part Names
Specifications
| Compatible Flashes | 【Canon version】Nissin flashes for Canon, Canon EX series flashes supporting E-TTL* 【Nikon version】Nissin flashes for Nikon, Nikon flashes supporting i-TTL* 【Sony version】Nissin flashes for Sony, Sony flashes supporting ADI/P-TTL* *Please see the Camera Compatibility Chart for confirmed compatible flashes. |
|---|---|
| Wireless Type | NAS (Nissin Air System) compliant radio (2.4GHz band) |
| Communication | Communicates only with NAS-compatible devices pre-paired |
| Channels | 8 channels (manually changeable to reduce interference) |
| Flash Groups | A/B/C 3 groups (individual control, group control, and group-specific flash disablement possible) |
| Power Source | 2 x AAA batteries (sold separately) |
| Guide Number Mode | Low GN mode (green), High GN mode (red) |
| Operation Modes | TTL, Manual, Zoom (controlled by commander) |
| TTL Exposure Compensation | -2.0 to +2.0, 1/2EV steps * |
| Manual Output Setting | 1/128 to 1/1 (8 stops), 1EV steps * |
| Zoom (Flash Coverage) | Manual zoom setting (24/35/50/70/85/105/135/200 mm) * |
| Flash Interval | Up to 10 times/sec |
| Flash Count | Approx. 5,000 times (varies based on usage environment and battery performance) |
| Effective Range | Approx. 30m (varies depending on environment and commander) |
| Rear-curtain Sync | Supported (may be unsupported depending on camera or commander) |
| High-Speed Sync/FP Flash | Possible up to 1/8,000 if flash supports it |
| Slow Sync Mode (Nikon/Sony) | Supported (set on camera) |
| Red-eye Reduction (Nikon/Sony) | Supported (set on camera) |
| Red-eye Reduction + Slow Sync (Nikon) | Supported (set on camera) |
| Mounting Method | Built-in stand, tripod socket on mounting foot |
| External Terminal | Sync socket |
| Firmware Update Terminal | Included (dedicated terminal) |
| Dimensions | Approx. 40(H) x 57(W) x 66(D) mm |
| Weight | Approx. 64g (excluding batteries) |
*By updating the AirR firmware to the Air10s-compatible version and pairing with the Air10s or MG80 Pro, TTL compensation becomes -2.0 to +2.0EV in 1/3EV steps, manual control becomes 1/256 to 1/1 in 1/3EV steps, and 28mm manual zoom as well as 24-200mm auto-zoom become possible.
*Product specifications are subject to change without notice due to improvements.
Instruction Manual
The contents of the instruction manual may change without notice due to product specification changes or other reasons. The content provided here may differ from the manual included with the product you purchased or currently available for sale. You may not reproduce, modify, or transmit any part or all of the downloaded instruction manual without our permission.
Firmware Update
The latest firmware versions are: Canon version 5 (May 2020), Nikon version 5 (August 2020), and Sony version 2 (January 2019).
AirR firmware updates are performed by sending the unit to us (free of charge; shipping fees at customer's expense). For details on how to check your version and the update procedure, please see How to Update Firmware (AirR), and for the update history, please see Firmware Update History.
Related Products/Parts
Support
For frequently asked questions regarding AirR, including combinations with other models and firmware, please see the AirR FAQ. To request repairs, please visit Support & Repairs, and for inquiries, please use our Contact form.