| Canon Speedlite 580EX II Flash for Canon EOS Digital SLR Cameras |  | Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
Buy New: $444.00
as of 7/30/2010 09:31 CEST details
New (18) Used (7) from $399.00
Seller: Beach Camera
Rating:  293 reviews
Format: CD
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Operating System: N/A
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.5
Dimensions (in): 8 x 10 x 6
Warranty: 1 Year warranty
MPN: 1946B002
Model: 1946B002
UPC: 013803078800
EAN: 0013803078800
ASIN: B000NP3DJW
Release Date: May 10, 2007
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | E-TTL operation with all EOS digital SLRs; PowerShot G2, G3, G5, G6, and Pro1; and the following EOS film cameras - EOS-1v, EOS-3, Elan 7N series | | • | Guide Number 190 (at ISO 100, feet) / 58 (meters); flash head at 105mm zoom setting | | • | About 100 to 700 Flashes with fresh AA-size alkaline batteries / Uses Four AA-size batteries - alkaline, lithium, or rechargeable Ni-MH usable | | • | AutoFocus Assist Beam | | • | Fourteen Speedlite Custom Functions built-in; set on Speedlite's LCD panel |
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Product Description
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. Canon Speedlite 580EX II Features - Approx. 20% faster recycling time compared to 580EX
- Superior build quality, including a metal foot for higher rigidity
- Max. Guide No. 58 at 105mm setting (GN 190, feet)
- Auto conversion of flash coverage with compatible digital SLR cameras
- White Balance info communicated instantly to compatible digital SLR cameras
- Full swivel, 180-degrees in either direction
- AF-assist beam, compatible with all AiAF points on every EOS SLR
- Dust- and water- resistance to match the EOS-1D Mark III
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 293
Great flash July 26, 2010
Josh D. Petersen (rexburg, ID)
A must have for all pro photographers. Loads of power, decent battery life, excellent build quality. a little spendy, and i actually lucked out and got it $50 cheaper on sale on amazon. So keep your eyes open for a good deal.
 Welcome to a whole new world of options! July 21, 2010
Lrn2Go (Oklahoma City, Ok)
The Canon 580ex II. First up, if you're still getting by with your on-board flash on your camera... good for you. However, I may seem like the bearer of bad news here but... you have no idea what you're missing out on! I personally was using my camera's on-board flash with the Gary Fong "Puffer" to soften the light up for quite some time before I decided to take on a wedding gig. That flash just wasn't going to get me the "Oomph!" that I figured I would need to really reach out there with my flash (the on-boards are usually good for like... 6-15 feet and that's it). I bought myself this flash and another diffuser and set to putting it through it's paces a few months ago and here's what I've got to say: Let's keep it simple and tidy... so here goes!
What's hot?
* WAY more reach than an on-board flash.
* Bounce flash option to get more "natural" looking light.
* Fill card and "wide angle" cover are very useful and built right into the head! Easy to use, then store.
* Very adjustable to your specific needs.
* Can be used as a "Master" unit to control "Slave" units that are placed off camera.
* Can be controlled by the Canon 7D's built in master unit and act as a slave flash off camera.
* Sturdy build quality (even the accessory stand is made of metal).
* Rechargeable Energizer batteries last a lot longer than I was expecting in the unit, while maintaining good recycle rates.
What's not?
* I'm afraid I'm going to break whatever the mechanism/pin is that locks the head in place (released via a button).
* All those adjustments take you a while to wrap your mind around. You can easily go from beginner to advanced lighting with this unit... a plus, but this means there's a noticeable learning curve if you want to get it off "Auto" and your pictures to come out looking good.
* Bulky. (Though a battery grip on my 7D seems to help balance the weight out a little more for me)
* I haven't been able to get the unit to work as a slave that also triggers my studio lights yet... but that's probably more a "me" thing than a problem with the device.
All in all I'm pleased with it. It's given me a new perspective and creative outlet for off-camera, on location flash that I simply can't have in the studio when I'm anchored in place. I'll suggest patience and taking time to learn all the ins and outs of the product if you take the plunge. Also... Wedding photography (even as just a "guest") takes on a whole new level with creative and intelligent use of my Canon 580ex II. I highly recommend this product.
Great flash unit July 15, 2010
Joanne Vaillancourt (Dallas, Texas)
I can't compare this Speedlite to other models because it is my first one. I am so impressed with what it does as compared to the built in flash. Right now I am using it in the auto mode. I have seen a brighter difference in my night time shots. I have taken around 500 pictures using the flash and the batteries still seem to be strong. It has a very quick recycle time. I don't have to wait to take the next shot. This is a great investment. I look forward to learning all the ways of using the flash. I would recommend this Speedlite to anyone.
Fantastic Product July 12, 2010
Samuel Modeste (Miami, Florida United States)
This flash is fantastic I used a 430E Speedlite before but this produce superseeds it by farit
Nice Speedlight July 9, 2010
Steven A Currie
Exactly as expected, Canon Speedlight. Works as expected, i.e., very well.
Bought from Amazon because of excellent low price.
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