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p.4 #1 · Flash for home use

delic wrote: Does the 5dII have the wireless flash controller like the 7d and 60d?

No, no built-in flash at all.

Jan 06, 2012 at 04:52 AM

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p.4 #2 · Flash for home use

Daan B wrote:
csebasti wrote:
I was wondering about the partial swivel of the 430 vs the full swivel of the 580. Not having ever used a flash, I didn;t see why it would be a big deal. I already ordered the 430. I can always switch later if I find I need the full swivel.

It all depends on where you want to bounce from. Bouncing from a wall slightly behind you -where you can't swivel to- is a no-go. Can be annoying. Especially when things are going fast. In the end it is just something you'll get used to and you'll learn to anticipate in advance.

I guess I wasn't thinking about bouncing off walls. Now I see why having the full 180° swivel both directions would be beneficial.

Chris

Jan 06, 2012 at 05:02 AM

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p.4 #3 · Flash for home use

I didn't even notice that the 430EX II doesn't swivel the same amount in both directions. I've mostly used it off camera where that's not an issue, and used either the pop-up or a 580EX on camera.

Jan 06, 2012 at 06:26 AM

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p.4 #4 · Flash for home use

Lots of good info here. I've been using a 430EX (the original) for my home/indoor flash for a couple of years and I'm happy with it. There are times when it seems like not enough, but I chalk that up to my [lack of] technique. The swivel design can be annoying at first, but you get used to it.

I've also been using the Eneloop batteries for a couple of years with it and I LOVE them. I've ordered many more for other home uses as well.

Jan 08, 2012 at 09:24 PM

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