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 enlarge | Brand: Canon
Category: Photography
List Price: $400.00
Buy New: $187.95
You Save: $212.05 (53%)
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Avg. Customer Rating:  208 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 6 x 2 x 2
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: SL-430EX
Model: SL-430EX
UPC: 013803057003
EAN: 0013803057003
ASIN: B000AO3L84
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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 Wonderful November 10, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is the first external flash that I have ever bought. My camera is a Rebel XTI. I have been getting more serious about my hobby and decided to start upgrading a little at a time.
You just can't beat this flash. There is NO comparison between this and the built in flash! WOW. Just being able to bounce it off the walls or ceiling is a HUGE improvement. Using it as a fill flash outside it GREAT as well. It works well right out of the box so you don't have to learn every little thing about it to start using it right away.
Yes, it adds some hefty weight to the top of your camera but it's worth it to me. I am sure the 580EX is a great flash but it was way more than I needed and cost too much for me. If I ever decide to upgrade to the 580EX then I can use this 430EX as a slave flash.
I also looked at the 430EXII but decided against it due to the extra cost versus the extra features. I just don't need the faster recharge times and this EX isn't very loud at all. There some other features on the EXII as well but like I said, it wasn't worth the extra cost in my opinion.
GET RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES! I can't stress this enough. You will go broke using regular batteries. Spend the money and get some 15 minute rechargeables and you will always have a fresh set of batteries.
Look at the 430EXII as well and see if the extra features and improvements are worth it for you. Also, look at the 580EX. I love this flash and it will grow with me if I ever move up to the 580EX.
Perfect Combo-nation! November 3, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
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 sun's 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. October 21, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
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 October 20, 2008
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.
Canon 430 EX Speedlite Flash October 18, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I'm very happy with this flash. It works very well with my Rebel XTI and lives up to all prior reviews. I was considering getting the newer model that replaces this one but the added features didn't seem worth extra $100 that Canon is asking for. The newer model has a metal shoe, faster refresh time, quick lock mount, new algorithms to fix some minor problems with spectral highlights confusing the metering system etc. The refresh rate is fine for my use and the screw mount let's me tighten it as much as needed and fairly fast I might add. Since I'm not a professional it works just fine for me. If I wanted a bit more I'd go for the 580 model in any case to get the extra output which is more important than all the rest. It's when you are doing certain bounce flash shots or sporting events that the extra output would come in handy but I knew this going in and feel this model works quite well for my needs.
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