Will Patterson wrote:
Anyone have any impressions of it yet? What's the main improvements?
I do own both EX 430 and EX 430II flashlights, both serve me well when i want to travel light and/or using them on my G9 or EOS 450D.
I bought the EX430II mainly to use it as a second slave flashlight next to the EX430 i already owned.
Most striking is the lack of noise from the EX 430II, the EX 430 is quite noisy. The EX 430II recharges quicker indeed. Connecting the EX430II flashlight to the camera is more easy (and secure) using the new quick lock mechanism (and metal foot plate)
For the rest both flashlights are the same.
Superior build quality, including a metal foot for added strength
Approx. 20% faster recycling time, compared to previous 430EX
One-touch, quick-lock mechanism for easy attaching/detaching flash from camera
Full flash control possible on camera menu, with compatible EOS Digital SLR cameras
Virtually silent flash recycle
Full swivel, 180° in either direction
Zoom flash head covers range of 24-105mm; maximum guide number 141 ft./43m at ISO 100
Not true. It has a silent recycle (like the 580EX II), 20% faster recycle, a metal foot (instead of plastic), quick release locking, manual flash in 1/3 stops, and flash controls can now be set directly through the camera (including custom functions).
That's quite a bit of new stuff. Worth the upgrade in my book.
Is the 430EX (II) noticably smaller / lighter than the 580EX (II)?
Was thinking of getting one as a backup and/or to use when I wanna travel a bit lighter.
