Canon Speedlite 430EX II Flash for Canon Digital SLR Cameras by Canon
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Digital camera reviews of Canon Speedlite 430EX II Flash for Canon Digital SLR Cameras
Digital camera Review: 430 ex
Summary: 5 Stars
This flash is abosolutly amazing. My only gripe, is the horrible buttons, and the degree of movement. I dont know if i have a bad copy, but the buttons are extremly hard to press, I have to use my nails to push the buttons far enough for it to react. Also I see no reason why they couldn't make the head turn full 180 in either directions, its really annoying when you are moving the flash on the fly..Digital camera Review: 430EX
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a nice flash. It is a back up, and key flash for my 580EXii flash and does what it is supposed to do.Digital camera Review: 430EX II
Summary: 5 Stars
The Speedlite 430EX II flash is a solid unit. It contains most of the upgrades that its big brother received. A metal foot finally, with a twist-lock that holds it totally securely to the top of the camera, yet removes in less than a second when you want to take it off, are true values and make a excellent flash unit even better. Canon quality is demonstrated in every aspect.
I actually purchased this unit as a slave to my 580EX II, but don't under estimate this unit. It is somewhat smaller than its bigger brother but is still a powerful flash to have in your bag. It can be used as a standalone flash or a slave to its bigger brother. The guide number for the 430ex is 43 and 58 for the 580EX units. That being said, in most shots, you will not know the difference. The unit can be rotated both vertically and horizontal, and can be operated fully ETTL automatically or manually. It supports High-Speed sync which allows you to shoot using all shutter camera speeds and has built in wide panel.
I also purchased the DVD "Understanding the Canon Speedlite 580EX/430EX" by Blue Crane Digital. This is a great companion that I highly recommend.
This is a great unit that is built for reliability and will be a work horse in anyone's bag. You will not go wrong with it purchase. It's a great investment. Later, if you decide to move up, you can add the 580EX as a master and use your 430EX as a slave.
Digital camera Review: 430EX II
Summary: 5 Stars
I thought a lot between 430EX II & 530EX II. I mostly buy the latest and best product available. So my prefer choice was 530EX II. But I was not ready to spend $370 for a flash especially when I am not a professional and don't earn money taking pictures. Also I do not need any wireless flash firing at this point.
Though I am serious about photography and would like to become professional some day but not right now and considering my current need I decided to buy 430 to save some $$ and weight over my camera (there is significant wt different bt 430 and 530). I am very satisfied with my decision.
Digital camera Review: 430EX II - Awesome!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this 430EX II as a second flash to the 430EX I've owned for a couple years now. I loved the 430EX and I love the 430EX II even more. It has fast recycling and respectable battery life. As a photographer that uses off-camera flash and who has not yet sprung for a PocketWizard or Cyber Commander, I use these flashes in manual mode a lot. That's why I was happy to find that the 430EX II, unlike its predecessor, allows for adjustments in 1/3rd stop increments for more accurate lighting. Other than that I fully endorse every positive statement I've read from the previous reviews! Hey, it's a Canon!