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- Bounce Upward to 90-degrees; Swivel Right (to 90-degrees) and Left (to 180-degrees)
- Full Manual Control or via Camera Menu System (EOS models only)
- 9 Custom Functions and Auto Zoom to Match Camera Sensor size
- Flash Head Zoom Covers the range 24mm to 105mm (down to 14mm with Integrated Diffusion Panel)
- An Ultra-Bright 2-LED Configuration Focus Assist-Beam
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Product Description
Manufacturer's Description
Bringing a new level of versatility and capability to flash photography, the Speedlite 430EX II features a powerful flash 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".
Box Contains
- Canon Speedlite 430EX II
- Soft case
- Flash stand
- Instruction manual
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews
201 of 203 people found the following review helpful
This is the first proper flash I bought for my EOS 40D and have been blown away by the quality of the images it lets me make. My previous experiences with flashguns have been pretty hopeless, totaly nuked out highlights and black backgrounds.
I wasn't expecting much from this but the e-ttl metering really does a fantastic job of determining how much flash to give each image. I took a few photos of my daughter when she was wearing a bright white jumper and thought it would be totaly overexposed. No, they turned out fine, bright but not blown out.
Anyone in the know about flash knows that on camera flash is the worst place for a flash to be positioned. However, the quality of light given by this flash really does look good. Sure, I prefer to bounce the flash or get it off camera but in a pinch it can be left on camera, set to auto and pointed right at the subject.
The feature set is pretty formidable, hi-speed sync at all shutter speeds! This lets me take flash photos at 1/8000th sec which is cool. The manual controls are good, with power reduction down to 1/64th. There is a modelling light, 2nd curtain sync, focussing beam and slave functions.
The big drawback with Canon SLR's is that the flash cannot be remotely fired by the camera unless you purchase the Speedlite ST-E2, which is basically a hotshoe mounted infrared trigger. Sadly this item is hugely overpriced at about 150 pounds. This immediately limits the creative aspects this flash offers unless you get into radio triggers. The cheap ones from ebay do the trick but unfortunately the e-ttl ability is lost.
This is a hugely disappointing move by Canon, how hard would it be to incorporate an infra-red trigger into the SLR's? Nikon and Olympus do it.
However, once this difficulty has been overcome the flash comes into its own. The look from bounced flash is very natural and evenly light. I have started bounce flashing from walls and interior doors and the effect is subtle and really nice looking.
In summary, if you have any interest in using flash forget the built in flash on your camera, it is not going to take you too far. Try this flash and your photographic opportunities will be expanded exponentially.
A fantastic flash.
I wasn't expecting much from this but the e-ttl metering really does a fantastic job of determining how much flash to give each image. I took a few photos of my daughter when she was wearing a bright white jumper and thought it would be totaly overexposed. No, they turned out fine, bright but not blown out.
Anyone in the know about flash knows that on camera flash is the worst place for a flash to be positioned. However, the quality of light given by this flash really does look good. Sure, I prefer to bounce the flash or get it off camera but in a pinch it can be left on camera, set to auto and pointed right at the subject.
The feature set is pretty formidable, hi-speed sync at all shutter speeds! This lets me take flash photos at 1/8000th sec which is cool. The manual controls are good, with power reduction down to 1/64th. There is a modelling light, 2nd curtain sync, focussing beam and slave functions.
The big drawback with Canon SLR's is that the flash cannot be remotely fired by the camera unless you purchase the Speedlite ST-E2, which is basically a hotshoe mounted infrared trigger. Sadly this item is hugely overpriced at about 150 pounds. This immediately limits the creative aspects this flash offers unless you get into radio triggers. The cheap ones from ebay do the trick but unfortunately the e-ttl ability is lost.
This is a hugely disappointing move by Canon, how hard would it be to incorporate an infra-red trigger into the SLR's? Nikon and Olympus do it.
However, once this difficulty has been overcome the flash comes into its own. The look from bounced flash is very natural and evenly light. I have started bounce flashing from walls and interior doors and the effect is subtle and really nice looking.
In summary, if you have any interest in using flash forget the built in flash on your camera, it is not going to take you too far. Try this flash and your photographic opportunities will be expanded exponentially.
A fantastic flash.
82 of 83 people found the following review helpful
I bought this flash to go on my new 40D and although i had previously shirked a flash i am very pleased with the results. It comes with a great carry bag and stand, although it cannot be used off camera unless you have another on the camera to fire it. The sensor seems very good and in automatic produces great results.
I bounce this off the ceiling for most shots and the result is a perfect even light, no shadows, and because it's so versatile it doesn't matter what angle i have the camera at.
One word of warning, don't scrimp on your batteries! I used a cheaper brand and it reduced my recycling time to nearly a minute, useless! After some experimenting, including the new lithium AA batteries, i have found that the energizer rechargable 2500 batteries are the best. Practically no time between flashes for the first 5 flashes and then it recovers superfast and you can do it all again. Great for weddings and children photography where you just can't wait.
Buy it now and enjoy blinding your friends with it!
I bounce this off the ceiling for most shots and the result is a perfect even light, no shadows, and because it's so versatile it doesn't matter what angle i have the camera at.
One word of warning, don't scrimp on your batteries! I used a cheaper brand and it reduced my recycling time to nearly a minute, useless! After some experimenting, including the new lithium AA batteries, i have found that the energizer rechargable 2500 batteries are the best. Practically no time between flashes for the first 5 flashes and then it recovers superfast and you can do it all again. Great for weddings and children photography where you just can't wait.
Buy it now and enjoy blinding your friends with it!
54 of 55 people found the following review helpful
My first 'proper' flashgun. What a difference it makes right from the start. I haven't read the instructions yet, but have just placed it on top of my Canon 450D and practiced some shots with different settings and angles of the flash.
Even with my limited experience so far, it makes a fantastic difference. Much, much better than the on-board flash - much more even fill and balance.....bouncing the flash from different angles gives you more chance to experiment and gives portrait photos a different look.
The on-board flash can sometimes wash out a subject and be too harsh - no such problems with this flash, but you will need to either bounce it off a wall or reflector or use an additional diffuser (STO-FEL make good ones).
The flash turns 180 degrees front to back (turning to the left) and 90 degrees from front to right.
There is a really good locking mechanism to attach it to your camera which is easy to use and solid.
There is a pull-out-flip-down fresnel-type lens incorporated into the flash-head.
The display is easy to read - although you will need to read the manual to understand what's being displayed.
My camera automatically gave me the flash controls via the camera's menu system.
All-in-all this is an expensive flashgun, but if you're moving into wanting to take more better quality shots (particularly portraits) then you won't go wrong in buying one of these. There are cheaper flashguns for the Canon, but they won't 'talk' to your Canon camera like this one does - so you'll be able to get good shots almost straight away - and giving you the time to get to know how to use it to your advantage.
Worth every penny, IMHO.
Even with my limited experience so far, it makes a fantastic difference. Much, much better than the on-board flash - much more even fill and balance.....bouncing the flash from different angles gives you more chance to experiment and gives portrait photos a different look.
The on-board flash can sometimes wash out a subject and be too harsh - no such problems with this flash, but you will need to either bounce it off a wall or reflector or use an additional diffuser (STO-FEL make good ones).
The flash turns 180 degrees front to back (turning to the left) and 90 degrees from front to right.
There is a really good locking mechanism to attach it to your camera which is easy to use and solid.
There is a pull-out-flip-down fresnel-type lens incorporated into the flash-head.
The display is easy to read - although you will need to read the manual to understand what's being displayed.
My camera automatically gave me the flash controls via the camera's menu system.
All-in-all this is an expensive flashgun, but if you're moving into wanting to take more better quality shots (particularly portraits) then you won't go wrong in buying one of these. There are cheaper flashguns for the Canon, but they won't 'talk' to your Canon camera like this one does - so you'll be able to get good shots almost straight away - and giving you the time to get to know how to use it to your advantage.
Worth every penny, IMHO.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Flashy gun dude
It's a decent flashgun from the rest of canons. Money value wise it's not bad at all to own about.Now I can start my Portrait shoots day or night. Read more
Published 1 day ago by Jorge
Great Flashgun.
A great flashgun from Canon once again for their own range of Canon cameras. Good power and pretty short recycle time. Read more
Published 18 days ago by Lindsey Clarke
speedlight
Exactly what i needed perfect,it is being used as off camera flash and works really well,good value for the money paid.
Published 21 days ago by davyb
Simply fantastic
Being a Canon user there are many third party models to choose from and many with better specs - remote commander etc. This does everything I need and more. Read more
Published 1 month ago by mark20040
Awseome Speedlite. Worth Every Penny
This is an awesome flash. I needed to get a new flash and after reading the specs of canon's 4 current speedlites I decided it was down to this one and the 580 EXII. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mark Kaye
Flash Gun
I wanted a flash gun for my Canon 60D to use on camera and also off camera. It is very well made as you would expect from Canon, it fits the camera shoe with a neat locking clip. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Bazza
It makes a big difference and is easy to use....
Having recently upgraded to a 600D I decided to add a decent flashgun. Having looked at the market, the 430 EX II seemed to be the optimum buy: fairly high powered, multi-angle,... Read more
Published 3 months ago by S. Cahill
Great Flash!
Great flash! went with canon due to using them wireless.
I use 2 of these with my Canon 7D as a portable studio flash and get amazing photo studio results without cables... Read more
I use 2 of these with my Canon 7D as a portable studio flash and get amazing photo studio results without cables... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Daz
If you have a Canon DSLR this is the flash for you.
I already have one of these flash units albeit the previous model (430EX) and have been very happy with it. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mr. A. Ivanov
Excellent
This flash is awesome. I never liked flash photography before but that was when I was using on camera flashes with a flash like the 430EX II you can bounce light off the ceiling... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Mr. D. Fennell
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