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Flash Above the Rest: Canon Speedlite 430ex
Canon has been at this for a long, long time and they realize what it is their customers want, need and expect from them as one of the most well known camera purveyors in existence today.
With the inception of their vast EOS system that is already loaded with more options for photographers of every level comes yet another add-on as Canon releases the Speedlite 420EX Flash.
Whether you’re sporting the EOS-1Ds Mark II Digital SLR or the EOS Rebel T2 35MM camera (my personal favorite), photographers inhabiting all parts and corners of the known world have long known the benefits of using the EOS system.
The Canon Speedlite 430EX flash unit replaces the Speedlite 420EX flash model as the one of the most functional and powerful flashes in its class. The maximum guide number has been increased to 43/141 (ISO 100, in meters/feet), and the 430EX flash becomes even more versatile with the addition of a built-in wide panel, which increases the minimum focal length coverage from the previous 24mm limit to 14mm.
What impresses me the most is how the Speedlite 430EX flash works equally well with film or digital cameras as I use both in my work. If you work primarily with digital cameras you’ll find some features especially useful. It’s compatible with the E-TTL II’s auto exposure technology which analyzes important information like distance of a subject, even when snapping pictures of subjects of varying sizes, to modify the power of the flash. This results in more accurate flash exposure.
The new Speedlite 430EX flash unit includes other useful upgrades including a full-power recycle time that is approximately 40 percent shorter than its predecessor at just two seconds with NiMH rechargeable AA batteries. A rear LCD and rotary dial make other new features more accessible, such as adjusting manual flash exposure from full power to 1/64 in whole stop increments, and enabling the second curtain sync function.
There are an astounding six custom functions that are now available including a flash head that is more maneuverable and capable of more angles for bouncing flash illumination than its predecessor. The Speedlite 430EX flash also incorporates the high end features that make it an essential accessory, such as a 24-105mm auto zoom, locking hot shoe bracket, and the ability to be used as a slave flash in an E-TTL or E-TTL II wireless flash configuration. High speed sync and FE lock are also available, as well as a save energy function, a versatile feature set that delivers outstanding value. With all of these features and versatility, Speedlite 430EX flash is the accessory for serious photographers who wish to expand upon the already rich evolution of the EOS system.
I can only tell you so much. I love this flash like it was my own child. It uses very little power, feature-rich, easy to install and maintain, inexpensive and makes my photos pop with style and an even tone rarely seen outside of the naked eye.
The white sheet on the unit explains SpeedLite in great detail. I hope they’re as helpful for you as they were for me!
A Few Blurbs
The SpeedLite 430EX flash unit was released to replace the very popular SpeedLite 420EX which includes new features built to maximize image quality, especially for digital users, when using a flash. This includes auto selection of the camera’s white balance and the auto-adjustment of the zoom flash position to match the sensor size of the camera it’s attached to. The guide number has been increased to 43 and has approximately 40% faster recycling time.
Optimum flash coverage
The flash head zoom covers the range 24mm to 105mm and an integrated diffusion panel allows extended wide-angle coverage to 14mm. When attached to digital EOS cameras with smaller than full-frame sensors (such as the EOS-1D Mark II N, EOS 20D and EOS 350D) the SpeedLite 430EX gives a more accurate flash coverage by detecting the model to which it is attached and automatically narrowing the angle of coverage. This has the effect of eliminating light loss in peripheral areas and extending the effective flash range.
Ideal white balance
The SpeedLite 430EX automatically transfers color temperature information to recent models of Digital Slr Cameras . The camera then sets the white balance optimally for the flash shot. This feature works when the camera’s white balance mode is set to Auto White Balance (AWB) or Flash white balance mode.
E-TTL II
The Speedlite 430EX is fully compatible with the distance linked E-TTL II system found on recent EOS cameras, and supports other EOS cameras that do not support E-TTL II, when required. For a complete multiple flash system, the Speedlite 430EX serves as a wireless slave when either the Speedlite 580EX, Macro Ring Lite MR-14EX, Macro Twin Lite MT-24EX or Speedlite Transmitter ST-E2 is used as a master.
Upgrade for control
An intuitive and ergonomic interface includes an LCD panel for clear indication of modes and settings. A single bounce lock release button provides immediate control over the bounce head angle for flexible positioning of the flash head. The flash head can be moved up from 0 – 90degrees (5 settings), left from 0 – 180degrees (7 settings) and right from 0 – 90degrees (4 settings). 6 custom functions allow customization of the flash operations. Despite high power and short recycling times, the unit is small and lightweight.
Fully Synchronized
Features include 1st and 2nd curtain flash synchronization, and manual adjustment of flash output from full to 1/64 power (7 levels).
Accessories
An optional Speedlite Bracket SB-E1 allows the flash unit to be mounted to one side of the camera. Designed specifically for press and wedding photographers, it eliminates the red-eye that can occur when mounting a flash on the axis of the lens, such as on the camera hot shoe. Flash batteries are replaceable without removing the unit from the bracket.
The flash retails for around $299.99 and is priced affordably against its competition and I can’t help to carry it in m y gear bag whenever I travel and I hope you won’t either!
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Canon Speedlites with Photographer Joel Grimes
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Understanding the Canon Speedlite 580EX II/430EX II $19.98 This DVD uses the same material as our original 580 EX/430 EX DVD. Demonstrations of Speedlite operations have been updated to show the 580 EX II/430 EX II models. Your new EX II Speedlite from Canon can be the most powerful accessory in your camera bag! Understanding how the Speedlite’s controls work is important, and this DVD takes you through its operations, step by step. Your host, Tim Mantoa… |
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Understanding the Canon Speedlite 580EX / 430EX $17.20 New owners of Canon Speedlites are sometimes bewildered about how to use the flash unit effectively to produce the type of shots they want. Although the supplied manual does provide some technical assistance, Speedlites have been, and remain a mystery for many owners. This DVD sets out to change all that. With a running time of just over an hour, your host, professional photographer Tim Mantoani, … |
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Ray Flash Ringflash Adapter for Canon 580EX II Flash with Canon 1V/1Ds/1D DSLR Cameras $199.95 The Ray Flash is a unique adapter for your hot-shoe flash unit designed to replicate the lighting effect produced by traditional, expensive, and heavy powered studio ring flash units. The Ray Flash is portable and lightweight, and has been designed to take advantage of a camera’s TTL metering capabilities. Because the Ray Flash relieson the hot-shoe flash to generate its light, it contains no elec… |
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Neewer TT560 Flash Speedlite For Canon/Nikon Digital SLR Cameras $37.32 1. M Mode Press the MODE key to M Mode. In this mode, you can set TT560 On to your camera hot shoe or speedlite trigger hot shoe to trigger the flash unit. When shooting, adjust the flash power and press the camera shutter, the flash light will flash under the camera synchronous signal. ? 2. S1 Mode (1) Press the MODE key to S1 Mode. The Mode is applicable for slave flash in order to create man… |
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Dvd Canon Speedlite 580exi/430exii $18.99 DVD CANON SPEEDLITE 580EXI/430EXII |
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Canon Speedlite 270EX Flash Light $170.99 0 m/72 ft at ISO 100 (28 mm Zoom-head Setting) 0 m/89 ft at ISO 100 (50 mm Zoom-head Setting) 1 x Hot Shoe 100 ms to 2.6 Second – Quick flash with AA-size Alkaline Batteries 100 ms to 3.9 Second – Normal flash with AA-size Alkaline Batteries 2 x AA Alkaline Supported 2.50″ x 2.60″ x 3″ 27.60″ to 51.50 ft with 28 mm100 – For normal 27.60″ to 63 ft with 50 mm100 – For tele end 270EX 3806B002 5.10 lb 51.50 ft 63 ft Canon: EOS Cameras PowerShot G-series Cameras SX-series Cameraswa Perfect for expanding your creative options on compact cameras and entry-level EOS DSLRs, Canon’s new Speedlite 270EX adds power and flexibility for enhanced flash photography anywhere. Light, compact and small enough to fit in your pocket. AF Assist Beam Cover Canon Canon, Inc E-TTL E-TTL II Flashlight Speedlite Speedlite 270EX Flash Light www.usa.canon.com |
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Canon Speedlite 430EX II Flash Light $314.99 1 Year 100 ms to 2 Second – AA-size Ni-MH batteries 100 ms to 3.7 Second – AA-size Alkaline Batteries 11.60 oz – Without Batteries 2.83″ x 4.80″ x 3.98″ 24 mm to 105 mm Indicated by numerals on the LCD’s focal length display 27.60″ to 39.40 ft – For High sync speed (EF flash) 27.60″ to 80 ft – For normal flash 2805B002 39.40 ft 4 x AA Alkaline Supported 4 x AA Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Supported 43 m/141 ft at ISO 100 (105 mm Zoom-head Setting) 430EX II 80 ft All Canon EOS cameras PowerShot G series cameras Bringing a new level of versatility and capability to flash photography, the Speedlite 430EX II features a powerful flash (guide number of 141 ft./43m at ISO 100) with a fast recycling time in a compact, durable body. A one-touch quick-lock mechanism makes it easy to attach or detach the 430EX II from the camera and a metal foot has been added for strength and durability. Flash controls can now be set through the camera’s LCD screen on compatible EOS Digital SLR cameras. The Speedlite 430EX II is also quieter, recycle time is 20% faster (as compared to the 430EX) and since it is compatible with Canon’s wireless E-TTL, it can be used as an affordable “slave unit”. AF Assist Beam Cover 9 Focusing Point Canon Canon, Inc E-TTL E-TTL II Flashlight Speedlite Speedlite 430EX II Flash Light TTL www.usa.canon.com |
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Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash Light $498.99 100 ms to 6 Second – with fresh AA-size alkaline batteries 100 to 700 Flash Maximum – with fresh AA-size alkaline batteries 13.20 oz – without batteries 19.69″ to 98 ft Approximate with 50 mm f/1.4 Lens at ISO 100 (Flash) 1946B002 3″ x 5.30″ x 4.50″ 4 x AA Alkaline Supported 4 x AA Lithium Supported 4 x AA Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Supported 58 m/190 ft at ISO 100 (105 mm Zoom-head Setting) 580EX II 98 ft EOS Digital SLR Cameras Digital Cameras: PowerShot G2 PowerShot G3 PowerShot G5 PowerShot G6 PowerShot Pro1 35mm SLR Cameras: T90 EOS-1v EOS-3 EOS Elan 7N series EOS Elan 7 series EOS Elan II series EOS Rebel T2 EOS Rebel Ti EOS Rebel K2 EOS Rebel G2 EOS Rebel G Full swivel, 180° in either direction Fourteen Speedlite Custom Functions built-in; set on Speedlite’s LCD panel Superior build quality, including a metal foot for higher rigidity Auto conversion of flash coverage with compatible digital SLR cameras White Balance info communicated instantly to compatible digital SLR cameras AF-assist beam, compatible with all AiAF points on every EOS SLR Dust- and water- resistance to match the EOS-1D Mark III Further development of Canon’s flagship Speedlite has led to the production of the 580 EX II. This is the premier Speedlite for all photographers, including professionals. Newly designed to match with the EOS-1D Mark III in terms of improved dust- and water-resistance, body strength, and the ability to control flash functions and settings from the camera menu (EOS-1D Mark III only). Other features include improved communication reliability through its direct contacts, and recycling time is both 20% shorter than the 580EX and is completely inaudible. AF Assist Beam Cover 45 Focusing Point – Distance range – 2 to 32.8 feet at center; 2 to 16.4 feet at periphery Battery CP-E3 Supported Canon Canon, Inc E-TTL Flashlight Hot Shoe Speedlite Speedlite 580EX II Flash Light Supported TTL Transistor Pack E Supported www.usa.canon.com |
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Canon Speedlite MR-14EX Macro Ring Lite $550.99 1 Year 1 Year Limited 14 m/46 ft at ISO 100 2356A002 4 lb 4 x AA Alkaline Supported 4 x AA Lithium Supported 4 x AA Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd) Supported 4 x AA Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Supported Illuminated LCD panel for easy flash settings in any lighting condition Seven on the MR-14EX (in addition to any in camera), set on flash LCD Control in Manual Mode: Flash +/- compensation, Flash Exposure Bracketing Ratio Control in Manual: L:R tubes (A:B) in full steps over 1/1 ~ 1/64 range, full steps Setting Method: LCD panel on Controller Unit (illuminated), similar to 550EX Speedlite Incandescent focusing lamps and two forms of modelling flash permit preview of lighting effects Control in E-TTL Mode: FP sync, FE Lock, Flash +/- compensation, Flash Exposure Bracketing Attaches directly to EF 50mm f/2.5 Compact Macro, EF 100mm f/2.8 Macro (both versions), and MP-E 65mm Macro-photo Lenses (can also be used with EF 180mm f/3.5L Macro USM via Macro-lite Adapter 72C) Speedlite MR-14EX Macro Ring Lite Instruction Manual Warranty Card Canon EOS Cameras This new Ring Lite for close-up and macro shooting is loaded with features and capabilities. Now with Canon’s E-TTL, it takes full advantage of the flash performance of the EOS-1v, EOS-3, and other E-TTL cameras. Circular twin flash tubes can fire at even power, or varied between them over a six-stop range, and one or more 550EX Speedlites can be used as wireless slaves along with the MR-14EX. The controller unit now has an illuminated full-info LCD panel and its accepts optional hi-capacity battery packs. CP-E2 Supported Canon Canon, Inc E-TTL E-TTL – One-second burst at 70Hz (possible only with EOS-1v and EOS-3) External Battery Flashlight Hot Shoe Internal Battery MR-14EX Manual Manual – One-second burst at 70Hz (possible only with EOS-1v and EOS-3) Speedlite Speedlite MR-14EX Macro Ring Lite Supported TTL TTL – With CF 4-1, uniform one second burst at 70Hz Transistor Pack E Supported www.usa.canon.com |
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Speedlite MR-14EX Macro Ring Lite $594.94 Speedlite MR-14EX Macro Ring Lite This new Ring Lite for close-up and macro shooting is loaded with features and capabilities. Now with Canon’s E-TTL, it takes full advantage of the flash performance of the EOS-1v, EOS-3, and other E-TTL cameras. Circular twin flash tubes can fire at even power, or varied between them over a six-stop range, and one or more 550EX Speedlites can be used as wireless slaves along with the MR-14EX. The controller unit now has an illuminated full-info LCD panel and its accepts optional hi-capacity battery packs. Main FeaturesManufacturer: CanonManufacturer Part Number: 2356A002Manufacturer Website Address: www.canonusa.comProduct Type: Flash LightFlash Modes: TTL – With CF 4-1, uniform one second burst at 70Hz, E-TTL – One-second burst at 70Hz (possible only with EOS-1v and EOS-3), Manual – One-second burst at 70Hz (possible only with EOS-1v and EOS-3)Guide Number: 14m/46ft at ISO 100Interfaces/Ports: Hot ShoeBatteries: 4 x AA Alkaline Supported, 4 x AA Lithium Supported, 4 x AA Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd) Supported, 4 x AA Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Supported, Supported, SupportedWeight: 4 lb Compatibility: Canon EOS CamerasStandard Warranty: 1 Year(s) Limited |
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