CANON Speedlite 580EX II Full Review

CANON Speedlite 580EX II Full Review. As the Canon top-of-the-line flash for the EOS-system, the Speedlite 580EX II takes the best features from existing models and adds functionality that enhances digital photography. The 580EX version II offers several improvements over the original 580EX version. It has been redesigned to match with the EOS-1D Mark III in terms of improved dust- and water-resistance, body strength, and the ability to control flash functions and settings from the camera menu (EOS-1D Mark III only).




Features

* The flash supports all current versions of TTL, including evaluative E-TTL II. This is great for photographers that shoot high contrast or reflective subjects, like those encountered in wedding photography. Photographers can now capture every detail from the black of tuxedos to the white of wide smiles and wedding dresses.
* The Speedlite 580EX flash is compatible with Canon's E-TTL II (Evaluative Through The Lens) auto exposure technology. When combined with a compatible Canon camera (EOS-1D/s Mark II, Mark III, D-20, Elan 7N/E, or newer models) and compatible lens, E-TTL II utilizes subject distance and other information that automatically modifies flash power, resulting in accurate flash exposure regardless of subject size, reflectance, or photographic composition.
* When color temperature data is automatically transmitted from the 580EX, the camera sets the color balance for the optimal flash shot
* Built-in AF-assist beam compatible with EOS multi-point AF systems including 45-point Area AF types
* Built-in catchlight reflector allows a catchlight to be added quickly and conveniently to portraits
* Professional Modes:
o E-TTL II, E-TTL, TTL & Manual
o FE Lock - Flash exposure lock
o FP Mode, or high-speed sync, allows the camera to sync with flash at higher shutter speeds
o Second-curtain sync fires the flash at the end of the exposure, allowing streak of light to flow naturally behind the movement of the subject
o Wireless TTL flash when combined with ST-E2 Transmitter & multiple 550 EX's
o FEB - Flash Exposure Bracketing
o 14 Custom Functions that provide maximum control over various flash functions
o Ratio flash lighting of up to 8:1 when used with ST-E2 Transmitter & multiple 550 or 580EX's



Flash Type Shoe Mount
Guide Number at ISO 100 190ft / 58m at 105mm
Guide Number at ISO 200 Not specified by manufacture
Angle of Coverage

* 84° (24mm in 35mm format) to 23.3° (105mm)
* 114° (14mm) with included wideangle adapter


TTL Dedication Yes
Bounce Head Yes
Swivel Head Yes
Zoom Head Yes

* 24-105mm (auto-zoom, with auto adjustment for different CMOS sizes)


Off Camera Terminal Yes

* PC connector (only allows sync-in, not out)


Recycle Time Approx. 0.1 to 6 seconds, with fresh AA-size alkaline batteries
Power Source 4 x AA Alkaline or NiMH Batteries (not included)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 75 x 134 x 114 mm
Weight 375g
Package Contents Shoe Stand, Flash Pouch
Warranty 1-year Limited Warranty by Authorized Distributor
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