Canon 430EX Speedlite Flash for Canon Pro1, Pro 90, G Series and all EOS SLR CamerasFrom Canon Cameras US : Canon Eos Digital Slr

This exciting new addition to the EOS System combines compact size and affordability with an added dose of features and sophistication. Improving on the previous model Speedlite 420EX the new 430EX can now be set into manual flash mode full power1/64. Flash compensation can be set on the flash unit and manual control of the flash zoom head is now possible. Improvements in its circuitry make recycle time 40% faster and since it is compatible with Canons wireless E-TTL it can be used as an affordable "slave unit". Wide-angle pull-down panel covers 14mm lens on a full-frame camera Zoom positions - 24mm 28mm 35mm 50mm 70mm 80mm 105mm Indicated by numerals on the LCDs focal length display Image Size Zoom Control - With cameras compatible with auto zoom it zooms automatically to match the cameras image size Guide Number 141 ft./43m at ISO 100 flash head at 105mm zoom setting Auto conversion of flash zoom coverage with compatible digital SLRs White balance info communicated instantly to compatible digital SLRs Bounce upward to 90 degrees swivel right to 90 degrees and left to 180 degrees 14% lighter and approx. 25% smaller in overall volume than top-of-the-line 580EX Six flash custom functions built into the 430EX set on rear LCD panel Power Source - Four AA-size Alkaline Batteries 6V or Four AA-size NiMH Rechargeable 4.8V - both not included Unit Dimensions - 2.8 x 4.8 x 4.0 in./72 x 122 x 101mm / Weight - 11.6 oz./330g without batteries

Customer Reviews

Perfect Combo-nation
As a self proclaimed "Natural Light Photographer" I have diligently maneuvered my kids to all available windows in my house. I do this in my quest for "Light Mastery" experimenting with different angles and depth of field ie. Apertures. I patiently waited for my magic hour a time where the suns ray filters through the window and gives me splendid natural light. Unfortunately because of my new work schedule I can no longer wait for the magic hour and the Speedlite 430EX became a new tool in my arsenal. Now I can take pics of my kids indoor and at night with natural looking light. How do I get that light? I do it using the 430EX as a bounce flash. I also do it by using an off shoe flash cord with this set up I can move the light pretty much any angle allowing me to get different effects. The 430EX with an off shoe cord is also a very powerful combination when shooting outside on a sunny day because you can point the flash anywhere to lightened the harsh shadows created by sun.

If you want great portraits get a flash.
The difference between the on board flash and the speedlight is UNBELIEVABLE. Quality of pictures from bounced light indirect is something that you must experience to truly appreciate. If you have the 250-300 bucks to drop on it. You will really appreciate the purchase. Do yourself a favor and get some rechargeable NimH batteries and get a 15 minute charger. It will speed up recharge time and you get a lot more flashes out of one set of batteries.

Recommended
Very easy to use and highly recomended for flash photography. It instantly made my pictures look a lot better compared to the regular pop up flash. A very good investment for me.

Product Details

Brand: Canon
Model: SL-430EX
Dimensions: 2.00" h x 2.00" w x 6.00" l 4.00 pounds

Features

Replaces the Canon Speedlite 420EX Flash
Automatic selection of camera white-balance settings and auto-adjustment of zoom flash position to match cameras sensor size
Flash head zoom covers the range 24mm to 105mm integrated diffusion panel allows extends coverage to 14mm
Compatible with distance-linked E-TTL II system supports other EOS cameras that do not support E-TTL II when required
Flash head moves up from 0 to 90 degrees left from 0 to 180 degrees and right from 0 to 90 degrees

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