After market flash recommendations for canon
May 8, 2019 12:28:16 #
Mike Holmes
Loc: The Villages Fl
I am looking for advice on purchasing a after market flash for canon. Similar to canon 430exIII.
May 8, 2019 12:56:32 #
I HEARD YN568EX II Flash is good.
https://www.amazon.com/Yongnuo-YN-568EX-YN568EX-powerful-speedlite/dp/B00DA8459G
https://www.amazon.com/Yongnuo-YN-568EX-YN568EX-powerful-speedlite/dp/B00DA8459G
May 8, 2019 13:04:03 #
Did you look to KEH.com for a used copy, say for a 580EX / EX II or the 430EX?
May 8, 2019 13:16:29 #
May 8, 2019 14:55:22 #
In terms of long term reliability, an OEM Canon is probably to be preferred, especially if you rely on your flash for professional work. However, given the high price of Canon flashes, you may want to consider a Youngnuo. Their clone of the 600EX-RT is hard to distinguish from the Canon product (except for the logo) and ~1/4 the price. I have the OEM Canon and the Youngnuo clone and they both work equally well with identical features and menus after several years, but not being a pro, I don’t stress my equipment with constant use.
May 8, 2019 21:00:54 #
Mike Holmes
Loc: The Villages Fl
TriX wrote:
In terms of long term reliability, an OEM Canon is... (show quote)
Thanks trix I have heard good comments on Youngnuo I just can't pronounce the name. They really should rename the company!!!
May 8, 2019 22:27:41 #
Mike Holmes wrote:
Thanks trix I have heard good comments on Youngnuo I just can't pronounce the name. They really should rename the company!!!
And I can never get the spelling correct - even the notorious spell checker gets it wrong 😫
May 9, 2019 00:02:26 #
Mike Holmes wrote:
Thanks trix I have heard good comments on Youngnuo I just can't pronounce the name. They really should rename the company!!!
Another good reason to get a Godox flash.
They have the most extensive line of flashes of any maker.
Love mine.
http://www.the-photography-blogger.com/review-godox-thinklite-tt685c-ttl-camera-flash/
May 9, 2019 06:11:05 #
Mike Holmes wrote:
I am looking for advice on purchasing a after market flash for canon. Similar to canon 430exIII.
Try Altura Photo, they make their own after market Flash for Nikon and Canon cameras. I have one specific to my Nikon Camera, has performed well thus far, although I have not used it on a real regular basis. It had decent reviews when I bought it. Some positive and some negative.
May 9, 2019 06:19:51 #
I have used Nissin for about 10 years. Never had a failure or non fire and I often use 3-4 at an event.
May 9, 2019 08:29:30 #
I think that they would prefer YOU to learn Chinese. Get used to it.
Mike Holmes wrote:
Thanks trix I have heard good comments on Youngnuo I just can't pronounce the name. They really should rename the company!!!
May 9, 2019 10:26:54 #
Mike Holmes
Loc: The Villages Fl
Silverman wrote:
Try Altura Photo, they make their own after market Flash for Nikon and Canon cameras. I have one specific to my Nikon Camera, has performed well thus far, although I have not used it on a real regular basis. It had decent reviews when I bought it. Some positive and some negative.
Thanks for your input!! I have checked on line and the vast majority of the reviews are positive. I am amazed at the price and the functionality, almost to good to be true. I am ordering one from Amazon, $59 Thanks again for your input.
May 9, 2019 10:47:56 #
Mike Holmes wrote:
I am looking for advice on purchasing a after market flash for canon. Similar to canon 430exIII.
I would get one of these from Adorama.com
They are the only outfit that carries them. They are a knockoff of the Canon original 600EX RT. They are also compatible with them so if you were to decide to buy the real thing down the line, you can use them together as master and slave in RT mode.
https://www.adorama.com/orlfsmrt600c.html
May 9, 2019 11:04:01 #
Mike Holmes wrote:
I am looking for advice on purchasing a after market flash for canon. Similar to canon 430exIII.
Budget?
May 9, 2019 11:06:41 #
Mike Holmes wrote:
I am looking for advice on purchasing a after market flash for canon. Similar to canon 430exIII.
You can get that one refurbished for $198.99
https://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/speedlite-430ex-iii-rt-refurbished
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