Canon Speedlite 580EX Flash for Canon Pro1, Pro 90, G Series, and EOS SLR Digital Cameras

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Product Description

The supreme electronic-flash of Canon's Speedlite series, the Speedlite 580EX has a maximum guide number of 58/191 at ISO 100 in meters/feet (at 105mm focal length), faster recycling, more consistent color and enhanced controls are among the improvements that all photographers, especially those who shoot digital, will find useful.Ratio flash lighting of up to 8 - 1 when used with ST-E2 Transmitter & multiple 550 or 580EX'sZoom, Bounce, and Swivel Head for best positioningAngle of Coverage84-degrees (24mm in 35mm format) to 23.3-degrees (105mm); 114 (14mm) with included wideangle adapterUses Four 1.5-Volt AA batteries - May use alkaline or rechargeable NIMH or Li-IonUnit Size WHD -3 x 5.3 x 4.5 / Weighs 13 ouncesIncludes Pouch, Hot Shoe standCanon USA 1-Year Warranty

Product Specification

Binding:: Electronics
Brand:: Canon
EAN:: 0013803044515
Feature:: Autoflash Speedlite compatible with Canon EOS SLR cameras
Accurate exposure with E-TTL II evaluative flash metering
High output with maximum guide number 58 at 105mm setting
Autozoom and color temperature information for improved flash
Fully featured wireless flash capability with built-in slave and transmitter
Label:: Canon
Manufacturer:: Canon
Model:: 580EX
ProductGroup:: Photography
Publisher:: Canon
Studio:: Canon
Title:: Canon Speedlite 580EX Flash for Canon Pro1, Pro 90, G Series, and EOS SLR Digital Cameras
UPC:: 013803044515
MPN:: 9445A002

Customer Reviews

Top Canon flash but still needs work

The 580EX is a wonderful flash and I would not hesitate to buy it again.In fact I might even buy a second one.There are however a couple of issues that you should be aware of.1. The battery compartment door takes a little getting used to.You may feel like you are going to snap it off at first.Not really a big deal though.2. (and in my opinion this IS a big deal).The `Auto Focus Assist' is completely useless.Its just an LED pointed through a rather bad `lens'.It won't do anything past a couple of...

9/25/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Very fast, E-TTL great.

I use this flash with my Digital Rebel XT.It's a great flash, able to receive information from the camera as to focus distance.I've purposed taken shots from a few feet away to well over 100 ft away.It's powerful enough to light up to 200 ft, yet pictures taken only a few feet away are not overblown.Fast recycle time is also very useful.Used this with the XT at a wedding.With the camera set to continous shooting, I was able to get a succession of shots showing the flower bouquet being tossed through...

9/15/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Canon Speedlite 580EX Flash

At first I was reluctant to purchase this flash due to the price. I had looked at another flash that was much cheaper and almost ordered it. I am very pleased with my decision to order the 580EX. After searching several places for the best price on the 580EX I found that Amazon provided the best selection. The flash works great. After putting it through several tests, indoor and out, I have found it to perform to my expectations. I am leaving on a trip to Hawaii soon and am confident the pictures...

8/25/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

Good powerful flash

Have used the flash for now about two weeks, it's very fast, always ready ro shoot. Flash range is good, good results with the cameras automatic mode, even better using the manual mode. Took photos at the Costa Rican mountains even when it was raining and the flash worked fine.Not the cheapest flash but highly recommended....

8/15/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews

The best by far

I don't usually contribute to product reviews however, the Canon 580EX Speedlite is an exception. It is a five star product in all respects. As stated in a number of reviews it is a costly accessory but worth every cent. I did not read the reviews until after I ordered the 580EX. It seemed a sore spot with a number of the reviews was the battery compartment door and the difficulty in use. I found the directions straight forward and the door no different than most other battery compartments. One...

7/29/2006 12:00 AM | All Customer Reviews