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Description
Canon's top-of-the-line Speedlite has been thoroughly revised. It's smaller and lighter than ever, yet provides a bit more power and significantly faster recycling. A new Select Dial makes changes, like exposure compensation, a breeze. It now covers lenses as wide as 14mm, and has new features for digital SLRs - including the ability to transmit precise flash color temperature information, and vary the zoom setting to match the imaging sensor.
Quick Glance
Compatible Camera: E-TTL Mode Compatible Cameras: EOS Digital SLRs PowerShot G2 PowerShot G3 PowerShot G5 PowerShot G6 PowerShot Pro1 EOS Film Cameras: EOS-1v EOS-3 Elan 7N series Elan 7 series Elan II series Rebel T2 Rebel Ti Rebel K2 Rebel GII Rebel G E-TTL Mode Compatible Cameras: Canon T90 35mm EOS SLRs Batteries: Canon battery pack CP-E3 & CP-E2 Transistor Pack E
Flash Mode: TTL, E-TTL
Summary
Product Title: Canon Speedlite 580EX Flash Light
Manufacturer: Canon
Lowest Price: $467.00
Power Score: 5 | 17 Reviews
Compatibility
Compatible Camera Model(s): E-TTL Mode Compatible Cameras: EOS Digital SLRs PowerShot G2 PowerShot G3 PowerShot G5 PowerShot G6 PowerShot Pro1 EOS Film Cameras: EOS-1v EOS-3 Elan 7N series Elan 7 series Elan II series Rebel T2 Rebel Ti Rebel K2 Rebel GII Rebel G E-TTL Mode Compatible Cameras: Canon T90 35mm EOS SLRs Batteries: Canon battery pack CP-E3 & CP-E2 Transistor Pack E
Flash Mode: TTL, E-TTL
Performance
Guide Number: 58 m/190 ft at ISO 100 (105 mm Zoom-head Setting)
Flash Coverage: 24 mm to 105 mm, 14 mm with Wide Angle Lens -
Flash Recycle Time: 100 ms to 6 Second Approximate - with AA-size alkaline battery
Battery Life: 100 to 700 Flash Approximate - AA-size alkaline
General
Dimensions: 5.28" Height x 3" Width x 4.49" Depth
Weight: 13.23 oz - without battery, 1.05 lbs - with battery
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Frequency Band: Full swivel, 180 in either direction Fourteen speedlite Custom Functions built-in; set on speedlite's LCD panel
Flash Range: 98 ft
Autofocus Assist: AF Assist Beam
Number of Batteries Support: 12
Battery Model Supported: CP-E3
Minimum Flash Recycle Time: 100 ms
Maximum Flash Recycle Time: 6 Second
Strengths: Fast recycling time. Good wide angle coverage.
Weakness: None so far
Most of my photography is done during the day. I purchased a new digital camera and figured I might as well upgrade my flash. All I want from a flash is what we all want--light on the subject!! The 580 does that quite well! Covering outside gatherings is a piece of cake for this flash! Where the camera's built in flash is ok, the 580 has so much more power that you, the photographer, don't have...
Strengths: Relatively compact for a full feature flash, good cycle time, 180 degree coverage
Weakness: Battery compartment door (new) gets stuck all the time, catch light reflector is good but can use some more design tweaks
My first flash, so can't really compare it to anything except what my expectations are... This flash definitely has every feature I think anyone would want, or need on a flash, at least it satisfies all of my needs at the moment. It's pretty big, but not as large as older Canon flashes (comparing specs only), and honestly, I think it's not a big flash at all considering the guide no. and features...
Strengths: excellant flash, array of features, gives a very natural presence to the subject(s)
Weakness: price! it's quite expensive but you do get what you pay for, and there is no flash for canon that is better than this.
this is a great flash. it really gives a natural apperance to the subject you're shooting. i love the quality, and the build. it's not as bulky as i thought it would be. it's definitely worth every penny, and if you want the best flash this is it. you won't regret getting it.
Strengths: Easy to use. Fully automatic with my 20D camera. Easy to synchronize at different shutter speeds.
Weakness: The flash is somewhat expensive.
The flash is extremely easy to use with my 20D camera. I've shot group pictures, wrestling pictures and portraits. All the pictures came out very good. For the wrestling pictures, I was able to synchronize the flash at 1/250. This allowed me to freeze the action shots. The pictures came out beautiful. I've been using rechargeable batteries and the flash works very well on single charge.
Strengths: great to use with the canon 20D.
Weakness: none so far
this flash definately helps with taking indoor pictures with our canon 20D. the built in flash just didnt cut it for some pictures when we were standing back too far but this has the range we were looking for.
Strengths: This Flash Rocks! Exposure compensation is so incredibly easy!
Weakness: None that I can find!
The 580EX Flash is amazing! If you have a digital camera, you definitely have to get the 580. Don't go for the cheaper models. I almost did, but it will make such a difference especially if you have a digital camera. It has a really cool built in catchlight panel and wide panel for wide angle lenses, and is very compact and easy to use. Highly reccommend this product!
Strengths: White balance compensation Diffuser / reflector built in
Weakness: A bit pricey
This is an excellent flash. Not only do I use it with my 20D but also with my EOS 7Ne. It works amazingly well to get rid of the shadows and and manages to be not too harsh as most flashes are. It works like a charm for fill flash work and coupled with the 20D I cannot ask for anything more. Flash recycle time is very quick and I can get a lot of shots (over 100) from my rechargeable batteries...
Strengths: FEL, FEC works great. Amazing piece of equpment.
Weakness: No battery indicator
Best ever from Canon. I replaced Sigma with 580. Worth all the money. Colors are exact and vivid. Wide angle reflector works great. Highly recommend.
Strengths: Packed with features,great design
Weakness: It's large and expensive but if you want small and cheap keep the built-in flash.
Just a quick comment about the battery door. I have read many complaints about the battery compartment door sticking & to be honest was wondering if I was going to get mine to open or not. Then I realized that the door is hinged in the lower right corner and that it doesn't exactly open like a door winged at two points If you lift the battery door open from the upper left corner toward the lower...
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Canon Speedlite 580EX Flash Light
Strengths: Amazingly fast flash recycle times, compact, light weight, built-in catch light reflector, many professional feature and professional results on full auto. Amazingly long battery life.
Weakness: Initially my battery door was a little sticky when opened about 1/2 way, but after months of use it was no problem.
The Canon 580EX flash is far better than I expected! The flash recycle times are amazing. I am glad I spent a little more, it is well worth it. This flash is a great addition to my 20D. I can't stop smiling. The built-in catch light reflector built-in white card to bounce flash) is very much appreciated. Use Pricegrabber.com's Get Pricing Alert feature to save some money. Pricegrabber.com emailed...
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