Canon Speedlite 430EX II Flash For Canon Digital SLR Cameras

I have only just begun to use this flash, but found it useful right out of the box. While I'm still learning about lighting, the automatic TTL with this is a boon, but it's also great to be able to make adjustments to the automatic settings to compensate for moments I want more or less light.I love the way the head swivels in many directions, which means I can bounce it off ceilings or walls or whatever. I also got the stofen omni bounce, which is a very nice addition for not a lot of money, and it has gotten some use indoors with family pictures. I can't compare this to off-brand TTL flashes, but I can say I like this flash and highly recommend it. Buy Canon Speedlite 430EX II Price Lowest Price, Order Now! [Click Here!]
Relate Products
Canon Speedlite 270EX Flash For Canon Digital SLR Cameras, Nikon SB 400 Price, Buy Canon Speedlite 580EX II, Nikon SB 600 Sale,

Wein SSHSHS Safe-Sync Hot Shoe to Hot Shoe #W990560

I have had no voltage problems since using this gadget. I can't say I know anything about it other than I've read where it is important. I have many friends using older flash units with new cameras and they have no problems. They have never heard of this thing. Camera shops don't know about it or any voltage problems. In the remote possibility of damage occurring I use it anyway but it is a pain. It doesn't fit my hotshoe securely so it is hard to tell if it is fully seated and I get some shots where the flash didn't go off. Can't say I'd like to use this under pressure as a wedding photographer.
Buy Wein SSHSHS Safe-Sync Hot Shoe to Hot Shoe #W990560!

Wein - Flash adapter

Why am I taking the trouble to review something so small and seemingly insignificant? Well, in short, it's great piece of gear.

Originally, I bought this, along with a Paramount Hotshoe to Household cord when I first started playing with off camera flash. It was great, because the 15' paramount cord was usually long enough, but it it wasn't, I could use $2 extension cords to extend the reach, rather than $40 PC-Sync extension cords. Other than the widely available, super cheap extension cords, the household plug is infinity more durable than PC Sync connectors.

What do I use this for now that I've gone wireless? With shoe flashes that don't have PC Sync ports, or wired sync ports of any type for that matter, you have to sync with the hotshoe on the flash. So, I put the flash on this adapter, and use household to miniphone cables (I use Skyports, which have miniphone jacks on them) to acheive sync with my flashes that don't have wired sync ports. I've used this on the Nikon SB600, Nikon SB24, Sunpak 383S, and Canon 430EX flashes without issue.

Another neat trick I've used this for is extending the reach of cheap 'ebay' triggers. The triggers I had previous to my Skyports were the Cactus variety, where the receivers had hotshoes on them. They're handy triggers, but I didn't find them to be very reliable. On one shoot, I wanted to put a flash behind a stone wall that was about 15" thick. As I expected, it didn't work. So, I put the flash on this adapter, and ran the Paramount Hotshoe to household cable (mentioned earlier) to this adapter, attached the hotshoe side of the cable to the hotshoe on the receiver, and place the receiver on the other side of the wall so that it would actually trigger.

All in all, a very handy little part to have! I use it in some fashion on every shoot. Also, it's really durable, unlike most other wired sync-to-hothoe adapters other there. I only own one, but I'm going to order a few more soon, as they're wonderful for my wireless setup.
Buy Wein - Flash adapter!

LumiQuest Pro Max 80-20 Bounce Flash Device

Avoiding shade with one light source/flash is very challenging. I'm very impressed by this product. It is a very easy way to make huge difference. If you flash has a diffuser itself, also use it together with the 80-20. Highly recommended. Please note, it only works well in apartment/house condition, with relatively low ceiling and close wall near by to reflect light.
Buy LumiQuest Pro Max 80-20 Bounce Flash Device!

Nikon SB-800 AF Speedlight Flash + Deluxe Flash Bracket Accessory Kit

If you are looking into buying the SB-800 (Overkill for most non-professionals, and even some professionals, but great features) then buy this full kit. I was not able to find the items that came in this kit anywhere else for less than $100.00 more.

The bracket adds an element of versatility and creativity I never thought possible with flash. I was raised that if you are relying on your flash for a good photo you're going to be disapointed. Sorry Grandpa, but that's just not the case anymore. The bracket w/ included remote cord puts the speedlight off camera preventing red eye and a host of other on camera issues. It has six different mounting points on the base so you can utilize a tripod with the bracket.

It's hefty, but not uncomfortable and it is well balanced. The design of the adjustment parts is smooth and allows for an infinate number of different positions (Top, Angles, Sides) when combined with the tilt and pan capabilities of the speed light.

The Batteries are effective out of the box (I haven't had a chance to drain them yet, but I've taken lots of pictures) and the extra battery cases are extremely convenient.

Overall this is an outstanding package and a GREAT DEAL as far as I could find. Shipping was also extremely fast, especially considering I am currently at an overseas APO.
Buy Nikon SB-800 AF Speedlight Flash + Deluxe Flash Bracket Accessory Kit!

LumiQuest ProMax Pocket Bouncer

I have a Canon 430EX flash unit and I wanted to be able to add some bounce ability and control, with or without a ceiling present. Then it also depends on the height of the ceiling that is present. This intelligent little unit unfolds and attachs to Velcro(tm), hook-n-loop fastened around the flash head. I purchased the LUMIQUEST Cinch Strap - Easily attach and remove flash bounce as I did not want to attach the double sticky-back Velcro(tm) directly to my flash unit. The Cinch Strap takes care of that and works like a champ.
This unit folds nicely for inserting a space the size of a small camera (read Canon S5 IS) and installs in seconds and allows one to go from shooting with the flash unit head in a direct vertical position down to a few angles below directly vertical.
It bounces light well and works great with the TTL features of the Canon 430EX and Canon camera.
It works to soften light and to soften shadows.
It gets a great THUMBS UP!! from me.
Buy LumiQuest ProMax Pocket Bouncer!

Vivitar VP1 Vari-Power Adapter for 283 Flash

Product as advertised, delivered quickly. Works perfectly with the Vivitar 283 flash for manual power. Thanks.
Buy Vivitar VP1 Vari-Power Adapter for 283 Flash!

Luna-Pro F - Analog Incident, Reflected and Flash , 4030,

Hi! I just received this gem from Ace Digital Club. BTW, I have made numerous purchases from them with no problems. I suspect they themselves procured this from the Smithsonian as it was old enough that that case had adhered to the foam packaging and the battery was dead. ( This is by no means a criticism, I am just being facetious that this is not the most popular meter on the shelf )

This is a large, very well built meter. It weighs 8.1 oz with the strap. It reads down to about -1.5 EV at 100 ISO. It is DEAD on with the Gossen StarLite at that value in a dark hall way. ( I just had a seizure using the StarLite when I changed the ISO on the StarLite . It doesn't take much with me. That is why I decided to try this unit ).

The Gossen Luna Pro F is a TOTALLY analog unit. It is powered by a 9 volt battery. It is unusual insofar as it is a nulling unit. Ie, you turn it on by pushing the large red button on the left side of the unit and then you rotate the outer dial until the needle is centered on the large 0 in the center of the scale. ( This is the very old-fashioned accurate test and measurement technique back from Edison and Tesla ) You can then read the EV, zone , or the aperture / shutter speed. The dial is about 2 1/2 inches in diameter. This is a LARGE unit. I still need my reading glasses though to read the dial although not to null the meter. ( My glasses are about 2.75 )

After, I think ten light meters, I have only found three that I can use without having seizures.
1) Gossen Luna-Pro F ( Analog -1.5 EV ISO 100 )
2) Sekonic L-398A ( Analog EV 4 ISO 100 ( optimistic ) )
3) Sekonic L-778 ( Unavilable SPOTMETER )

4) Gossen StarLite is BARELY accessible ( my normal light meter )
5) Sekonic L-758DR is TOTALLY inaccessible ( history )
6) Other Sekonics marginally accessibly ( I use them but BEWARE of flashing UNDER RANGE )

Accessibility is definitely not a design feature. I use the term 'dangerous by design', unfortunately. I just got rid of my Nikon D40X and D80 because they were unusable. Ironically I had a seizure at UPS from the VDT when I was shipping them off. ( I was six or eight feet away and at maybe a ten or fifteen degree angle of incidence ).

After years of attempting to get accessibility from numerous companies I feel now that it is necessary that the Americans with Disabilities Act be amended so that companies are required to provide accessibility as it is clear that with the few exceptions of Adobe and Mathworks, no companies are willing to do so.

Anyways, if you have the money, purchase this unit just for the fun of it. It is a kick to use and it beats lifting weights!

Roy





Buy Luna-Pro F - Analog Incident, Reflected and Flash , 4030,!

Smith-Victor MODEL280BK - Video light kit

This light is very powerful, and I love the barn doors. The Battery however is very heavy and doses not have an indicator built in to tell how much life it has.
Buy Smith-Victor MODEL280BK - Video light kit!

Nikon SB 50DX - Hot-shoe clip-on flash - 26 (m)

The SB 50DX is just the ticket for the older Nikon cameras. The SB 50DX speedlight is superb with the N80 - providing TTL metering and a wide range of settings. Even better, if you shoot with film, the SB 50DX is readily available in the used market for $50-75. What an amazing price for a flash unit that retailed for more than $200 in early 2004. For digital flash, the SB 50DX works well with the older models, but check carefully. For example, the D70 and D50 have iTTL metering - which is not supported by the SB 50DX. But for other digital models such as the D1, the SB 50DX is fully functional.
Buy Nikon SB 50DX - Hot-shoe clip-on flash - 26 (m)!

Nikon SB-400 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, USA Warranty, Basic Outfit with 4 NiMH Batteries, Charger, Flashpoint Flash Diffuser

SB400 is a good alternative to the pop-up flash on a digital camera. The mail reason would be to extend camera battery life (the flash runs on its own batteries). The flash also allows you to bounce the flash off a ceiling to avoid red-eye. If you can afford it the SB800 or 900 would be a better option.

Rechargeable batteries and the diffuser work great as well.

Adorama we great in every way with e-mails throughout the whole order and shipping process.



Buy Nikon SB-400 TTL AF Shoe Mount Speedlight, USA Warranty, Basic Outfit with 4 NiMH Batteries, Charger, Flashpoint Flash Diffuser!

Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce for the Metz 36AF, Minolta 3500XI, Nikon SB28/SB28 DX, Pentax 330 FTZ, Sigma 420/430, Sunpak 355AF and Vivitar 836/840AF Flashes.

This one works with the Canon 430EX. I'v got one and it has a snug fit. Highly recommended.
Buy Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce for the Metz 36AF, Minolta 3500XI, Nikon SB28/SB28 DX, Pentax 330 FTZ, Sigma 420/430, Sunpak 355AF and Vivitar 836/840AF Flashes.!

Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce for the Achiever DZ260, Canon 420EZ, 430EZ and Vivitar 283, 285 & 5600 Zoom Flashes (OM-B)

I too mistakenly believed that this model, listed as fitting the 420 model, would also fit my 420EX but it doesn't... Just a word to future purchasers: check your model number VERY carefully!
Buy Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce for the Achiever DZ260, Canon 420EZ, 430EZ and Vivitar 283, 285 & 5600 Zoom Flashes (OM-B)!

Opteka RL-300 Macro Ring Light for Fuji FinePix S602 S7000

I ordered the RL-300 to do forensic up-close work with my Fuji S602. Using copy-stand lighting has always caused shadows from the camera. Well I found I could use only half the macro range and non of the close-macro range of the Fuji because when the camera was brought closer to the subject, a lighting dead area formed. The lights in the RL-300 ring light are not focused inward enough to serve as a true "macro" ring light.
Buy Opteka RL-300 Macro Ring Light for Fuji FinePix S602 S7000!

Bescor KLK-65XT, VS 65 Video Light & MM 7 Battery, 75 Minute Run Time.

I bought this product for my Camcorder for special events. After using it for 20 min. it died. The lamp it's ok for the money. I would recommend going the extra mile and get a bigger battery because you are going to be really disappointed with this product.
Buy Bescor KLK-65XT, VS 65 Video Light & MM 7 Battery, 75 Minute Run Time.!

Digi-Slave Mini L-Ring Ultra, Lightweight Continuous Light Ring for Close-Up Photography, for Lens Threads up to 52mm.

A good product. Easy to use. Actually came with a Duracell 9V in it so I could use it right out of the box. I am using it for photographing medical/dermatology macro images with a Canon Powershot S5 IS. You will need to have a 52mm adaptor to use it with this camera (I purchased an inexpensive one for $14). The only downside I have is that, unless you are zoomed in about 50%, you can see the light array in the shot, which is a bit annoying. However, the lighting from the unit is adjustable (dimer knob) and gives much better lighting than from the flash. All-in-all - for the price - it is just what I expected and wanted. If you are not into buying a several hundred dollar ring flash, this is a great, inexpensive alternative.
Buy Digi-Slave Mini L-Ring Ultra, Lightweight Continuous Light Ring for Close-Up Photography, for Lens Threads up to 52mm.!

LumiQuest ProMax SoftBox

What a simple and incredible product.

It really does dramatically soften the flash and spread it VERY wide.

I purchased this specifically to take "flashed" pics with a fisheye lens.

This is the only portable product I'm aware of the is sturdy and flexible and made of great material to achieve this diffusion for a corded flash.
Buy LumiQuest ProMax SoftBox!

LumiQuest ProMax SoftBox II

I use this softbox and other LumiQuest products on a Nikon SB-800. The softbox has its place and it works well when you can't bounce off the ceiling or in tight quarters.

I tried to use the strap to secure it to the SB-800 but it is more work than it is worth. JUST USE the Velcro that comes with it. Put the Velcro on the flash just below the difuser dome so you can still use the dome. It works fine. It spreads the light out a little more than the dome. Don't use the dome and the LumiQuest together. You will loose too much light. Use one or the other depending upon what you are shooting. Just experiment.

The softbox folds flat and stores in my bag and ready to use in seconds.
Buy LumiQuest ProMax SoftBox II!

LumiQuest UltraBounce, Bounce Flash Device

The diffuse effect is adequate; but I made one but cutting out a small opaque food container with a mat knife contouring it to my flash. Cost about five cents.
Buy LumiQuest UltraBounce, Bounce Flash Device!

Sigma Lens EF 500 DG Super Electronic Flash for Canon SLR

Great flash, lotsa power, very feature-ful, all the functions work well, I need to buy another one to try the E-TTL2 wireless slave setup though...
Buy Sigma Lens EF 500 DG Super Electronic Flash for Canon SLR!

Canon Speedlite 380 EX Flash

This is a perfect companion for party, family, and portrait shots. E-TTL works very well for off-centered subjects. High speed sync works for all shutter speed from 1/125 to 1/4000s, making fill flash very easy. Also, 2nd curtain sync provides very creative control in night photography

There's not a whole lot to say in a review about a flash. There are better flashes for more money and flashes with less features for less money. I bought this flash to replace the onboard flash of my Elan IIE. It greatly outperforms the flash on the camera body. Also, if you use larger diameter lenses like the Canon 28-135mm, the flash on the camera body is slightly obscured by the lens itself. The 380EX is an ideal mid level flash for the Canon EOS system. If you're trying to learn more about flash photography and want to experiment, you can't do much because it's totally automatic. The higher level model (420EX, 550EX) offer many for features for a price.

Thanks for your time...
Buy Canon Speedlite 380 EX Flash!

Cameta Digital & Film SLR Macro Lighting Kit: Ring Light Flash + NiMH Rapid Charger + Rechargeable Batteries - For Canon Digital Rebel XT, XTi, EOS 20D, EOS 30D, EOS 5D, Rebel G, Rebel 2000, Rebel T2, Rebel K2, Elan II & Elan 7 Cameras

For the money I spent on this item it is not bad. The only complaint I have is that it will not work on auto with my Canon PowerShot Pro1 camera. This means that the flash unit fires at it's full power with every shot. The unit has a powerful flash so the guide number is beyond my cameras f-stop range for macro shots. But I have found that I can compensate for this by using ND filters.

Overall, I would say that this is a VERY good buy, and well worth the money!
Buy Cameta Digital & Film SLR Macro Lighting Kit: Ring Light Flash + NiMH Rapid Charger + Rechargeable Batteries - For Canon Digital Rebel XT, XTi, EOS 20D, EOS 30D, EOS 5D, Rebel G, Rebel 2000, Rebel T2, Rebel K2, Elan II & Elan 7 Cameras!

Sunpak FP-38 E-Flash, On-camera Flat-Light Kit with Mounting Bracket and Built in Slave, Guide Number 38 at ISO 100 Feet

I bought this to use as supplemental lighting for portrait photography...and, after reading some mixed reviews on various photography sites, I was prepared to be disappointed.

For the money, it's a great, fun, interesting and really effective. The slave units need a bit of contrast to fire, and they are fixed-power, so you need to break out your trusty flash tables or perform some basic arithmetic.

I am having a ton of fun playing with these things, and I intend to get more and using them to create interesting effects. For the money, I couldn't be any happier.
Buy Sunpak FP-38 E-Flash, On-camera Flat-Light Kit with Mounting Bracket and Built in Slave, Guide Number 38 at ISO 100 Feet!

LumiQuest ProMax Ultrasoft Bounce Flash Device

Bought this item from a local camera shop... boy was I supprised, used to use the stofen plastic bouce box, man what-a-difference. This thing works great, it raises the flash so high, and softens it just right, really gives your shots that nice soft look. Also, keep in mind that this cuts upto 2 stops of flash power, so as with all diffusers, bring either a extra set of bateries, or invest in a turbo battery(400 bucks, but makes recycle time nonexistant).
Buy LumiQuest ProMax Ultrasoft Bounce Flash Device!

Sigma EF-530 DG Super Electronic Flash for Nikon DSLR

Do yourself a favor...spend the extra $50 and get the Nikon SB-800 instead. I initially bought the Sigma EF-530 DG Super as a lower-cost alternative to the Nikon SB-800, and I regret it. I ended up buying the Nikon SB-800 after all.

Any way I use this flash, either standalone on-camera, wireless master or wireless slave, I have to make manual adjustments to exposure because it always over exposes. In addition, as a wireless master, it often miscommunicates with the slaves, resulting in slaves firing at full power, not only over-exposing the subject, but also wasting battery life.

To setup as a wireless slave, you must first attach the flash to camera, make your settings, then remove it from the camera. Then if you turn off the flash or accidentally press the "mode" button, you have to re-attach it to the camera and make all you settings all over again. Such a hassle. In comparison, the Nikon SB-800 or SB-600 can be setup as a wireless slave without having to attach the flash to the camera, and when you turn the Nikon flashes off and back on again, all the settings are the same a you left them, so they're always ready to go straight out of the bag.

One more thing, the menus on the Sigma are very cumbersome and not very intuitive.

Bottom line, if you're only ever going to use this flash as a standalone, and having to play with exposure settings is worth saving $50 to you, then you might be okay with the Sigma EF-530 DG Super, otherwise go with the Nikon SB-800.
Buy Sigma EF-530 DG Super Electronic Flash for Nikon DSLR!

Sigma EF-500 DG ST NA-iTTL II Flash for Nikon Digital

On a D70 it feels well balanced.

Powerful flash -- guide number of 50 @ ISO100 and 105mm makes this a very powerful light. In TTL mode it could keep firing while I shoot continuously @ 3fps (!).

Good exposure -- This flash gives me excellent, consistent exposures on a D70 in Matrix Metering: both the camera metering system and the flash quality contribute to exposure predictability. Suggest everyone to check reviews of this flash with the specific camera.

Great value -- although this flash lacks wireless, which makes this somewhat "on-camera-only", it gets you pretty far into flash techniques, without superfluous features.
Buy Sigma EF-500 DG ST NA-iTTL II Flash for Nikon Digital!

Canon CP-E4 - Flash power pack

I'm a wedding photographer by profession. I put off buying this because it was so expensive and I was doing just fine carrying extra batteries and changing them when I noticed they were running low. I purchased it the other day because I was getting sick of missing 1 or 2 out of 5 pictures in quick-sequence shots (bouquet-tossing, cake cutting, etc).

After just one shoot, I have completely fallen in love with it. I was able to fire off sequences without missing anything, it recycles my flash supremely quickly and I only wish I'd bought it sooner. I will actually be getting rid of my 430ex backup flash so that I have two flashes that are compatible with this.
Buy Canon CP-E4 - Flash power pack!

Canon Speedlite 200E Flash

This is a perfect flash for all your needs. I love it, I use it all the time even in daylight to enhance the subject I am shooting, I would die with out it. If you dont have it already than you need to hurry!
Buy Canon Speedlite 200E Flash!

Minolta Maxxum 2000xi Flash

If your you are an amateur photographer as me you will love this piece. If your interest is to take homemade and/or family pictures and you are not a professional photographer you don't need nothing else that this piece dedicated for cameras Minolta Maxxum. A good purchase to a good price
Buy Minolta Maxxum 2000xi Flash!

Sunpak PZ5000AF Flash for Nikon AF

This flash has some lag time when its trying to lock on the focus but still gets the job done. The af assit beam is smaller and slower than the canon but effective. The shoe print doesnt sit all the way in the 20d shoe but it locks down ok. The flash really shines when its used in auto thyrister mode, the exposures are great, forget TTL as it doesnt work regardless of the manufacture, this is a great backup strobe for your 20d, and once u learn thyrister you might make it your #1 strobe.
Buy Sunpak PZ5000AF Flash for Nikon AF!

SUNPAK 040M 35mm Electronic Power Zoom Flash with LCD (SUNPAK 040M)

When this flash got to my house it was no doubt used. I didn't see anywhere on the site about it being used. I sent it back and I still haven't recieved a refund and it's been about a month now.
Buy SUNPAK 040M 35mm Electronic Power Zoom Flash with LCD (SUNPAK 040M)!

Wein Safe Sync MMSS - Flash adapter

I bought this item to use with my Nikon D200 and a ProFoto studio flash. It seemed like everything plugged in okay, but the flash synch is not reliable. It works perhaps 25%. I've sent Wein three e-mails about this, but all have been apparently ignored. Also, this item is not very durable, even if it did work reliably. It is definitely not up to professional standards.
Buy Wein Safe Sync MMSS - Flash adapter!

Quantaray - QB-6500A Auto Flash Base (w/o module)

Have used the Quantaray - QB-6500A with my minolta 404si for years and found it to be a great all around flash.
Buy Quantaray - QB-6500A Auto Flash Base (w/o module)!

Sony HVL-RLA Ring Light for DSCF707/F717/F828/V3/R1 Digital Cameras

It works great with my macro lens Sony camera. It solved lighting problems for close up pictures.
Buy Sony HVL-RLA Ring Light for DSCF707/F717/F828/V3/R1 Digital Cameras!

Sto-Fen OMNI-BOUNCE OM-522 - Flash diffuser

This seemingly simple piece of molded plastic was recommended to me by a professional photographer. Basically it's the shape of an open box that slides firmly onto the flash. It is small and sturdy enough to stash in your camera bag without worrying about damage. When used the light disperses more evenly and is less harsh on the subject being photographed.

The white box is for general use. Also available are the green Omni-bounce for florescent lighting and the gold Omni-bounce for a warming effect.

PROS:
Inexpensive solution for better flash photography.
A quality product that works.

CONS:
None
Buy Sto-Fen OMNI-BOUNCE OM-522 - Flash diffuser!

Sto-Fen OMNI-BOUNCE OM-CT60 - Flash diffuser

This seemingly simple piece of molded plastic was recommended to me by a professional photographer. Basically it's the shape of an open box that slides firmly onto the flash. It is small and sturdy enough to stash in your camera bag without worrying about damage. When used the light disperses more evenly and is less harsh on the subject being photographed.

The white box is for general use. Also available are the green Omni-bounce for florescent lighting and the gold Omni-bounce for a warming effect.

PROS:
Inexpensive solution for better flash photography.
A quality product that works.

CONS:
None
Buy Sto-Fen OMNI-BOUNCE OM-CT60 - Flash diffuser!

LumiQuest Big Bounce, Bounce Flash Device

I shot my first wedding recently and ordered the Big Bounce for the reception, which was indoors. The room had very high ceilings, warehouse style. I used my Nikon D200 with the SB600 flash. I am so thrilled with the results. Everyone looks pleasantly lit without glare - in truth it looks like I relied on natural light. Just fantastic results. I had read that it works well with high ceilings and I'm a believer!!! A+ all the way.
Buy LumiQuest Big Bounce, Bounce Flash Device!

Leica CF Flash for Minilux Zoom (18541)

Purchased a Leica Minilux Zoom, and this is the dedicated flash that goes with it. Just what I was looking for at a fair price.
Buy Leica CF Flash for Minilux Zoom (18541)!

Digital Concepts 736AF/CAN TTL Auto Focus Flash for Canon DSLRs

I was not very pleased with this flash. When I recieved the flash it was cracked and not the design that I was hoping for.
Buy Digital Concepts 736AF/CAN TTL Auto Focus Flash for Canon DSLRs!

Canon Speedlite 580EX II, Shoe Mount Flash - Deluxe Outfit with 4 NiMH Batteries, Charger, Flashpoint Flash Diffuser, Stroboframe Quick Flip 350 Flash Bracket, & Off-Camera eTTL2 3' Coiled Cord for Canon EOS

I was very happy with everything that was in the kit except for the quick charge battery charger. The battery charger was a piece of junk. Shortly after plugging it into the wall outlet the charger became very hot and so were the batteries. I quickly unplugged the unit and pulled the batteries out of the charger. Later I finished charging the batteries in a slow charger and they were fine. I have only had one opportunity to use the flash unit. The 580EX II worked with no problems. I simply attached it to the hotshoe on my Canon 40D and placed the plastic diffuser over it and took a time delayed photo of myself. I made no adjustments for the flash either in the camera or on the flash unit. I just put the batteries into the unit and it was ready to go to work. I haven't used the bracket adapter, that offsets the flash, but it seems that it should work just fine. It seems like it mounts to the tripod mount on the camera. And then it looks as though the bracket could then be attached to a tripod if desired. Adorama can keep those battery chargers.
Buy Canon Speedlite 580EX II, Shoe Mount Flash - Deluxe Outfit with 4 NiMH Batteries, Charger, Flashpoint Flash Diffuser, Stroboframe Quick Flip 350 Flash Bracket, & Off-Camera eTTL2 3' Coiled Cord for Canon EOS!

Sigma EF 500 DG Super Flash for Minolta SLR Cameras

This flash is an excellent alternative to the more expensive flashes for my Sony A700. It works well wireless and in the other modes as well. It will be an important addition to my full camera supply bag.
Buy Sigma EF 500 DG Super Flash for Minolta SLR Cameras!

Vivitar DF200 Digital Flash 200

This is an excellent product for the digital camera user. It virtually eliminates the harsh shadows so noticeable with these cameras when used as a bounce flash unit.
Buy Vivitar DF200 Digital Flash 200!

Phoenix RL-59N Automatic TTL Ringlight for Canon EOS, with 49mm, 52mm & 58mm Adapter Rings.

buyer beware -- does not give even illumination, fits poorly with my eos canon, and just is trouble --- stay away do not buy
Buy Phoenix RL-59N Automatic TTL Ringlight for Canon EOS, with 49mm, 52mm & 58mm Adapter Rings.!

Konica Minolta Maxxum Flash 5600HS D Series for Dimage A1, A2, A200, Z1, Z2, Z3, Z5, 7Hi, 7i, 7D & 5D Digital Cameras

I was very pleased and satisfied with the results of ordering this flash unit from this supplier. He was prompt in shipping the product, and I received the product brand new in a box in perfect working order. I was happy to be able to get this flash unit because Minolta quit making camera equipment over a year ago. New Minolta camera products have become scarce yet this supplier had it in stock and shipped it to me without delay. This supplier has proven to me that he is very reliable.
Buy Konica Minolta Maxxum Flash 5600HS D Series for Dimage A1, A2, A200, Z1, Z2, Z3, Z5, 7Hi, 7i, 7D & 5D Digital Cameras!

Vivitar DF120 Digital Flash

Make sure it synchronizes with your camera prior to purchase.

I purchased this brand new and tried it with every possible combination on my Sony DSLR-A100 and it never flashed in sync with the A100. I am going to try it with some other cameras.

Buy Vivitar DF120 Digital Flash!

Sigma Electronic Flash EF-500 DG ST for Canon SLR Cameras

I'm not a camera expert, but I was looking for something better than the built-in flash on my Canon XTi. Particularly I was looking for something that would work better with my EF-S fish-eye lens. The throw is too short for the built-in flash in that it creates a shadow for close-in pictures. The EF-500 eliminated that problem on all but the closest shots. My only gripe is that I don't like the mount much. My last Canon flash fit neatly in the mount and had a lock button. The lens has a friction wheel that you twist to tighten. It's just not as easily removed, although it probably holds it on more tightly.
Buy Sigma Electronic Flash EF-500 DG ST for Canon SLR Cameras!

Studio Flash with Modeling Light:250 watt With free Soft Box

The light is OK, I have used it for several shooting sessions with only one slight problem. The ready beep died shortly after I started shooting with it. Minor aggrevation but it's there. I decided to keep the light in order to avoid the exchange hassles.

HOW EVER:
The lamp is advertised to come with a free softbox and I believe that is just a cheap come-on. Several emails to Adorama got me nothing.

Buy Studio Flash with Modeling Light:250 watt With free Soft Box!

Olympus FL-40 EXT Dedicated Flash for C-2500L Hot Shoe Design Connector

Hi, I would like to know if this FL-40 can be used on E-510 with fully automatic fuction? Please feel free to give me your comment. Thanks!
Buy Olympus FL-40 EXT Dedicated Flash for C-2500L Hot Shoe Design Connector!

QDC-900WA Digital Zoom Flash for Nikon

I've had this flash for about a month, taken a few hundred pictures with it, and have to say that it's a good value for the money so far. I've not used any of the latest Nikons (SB-800), but find this flash to be at least as capable on my D80 as my old SB-28 was on my film N80.

Build quality: good. There is a little bit of slop in the rotating and tilting head mechanism, but no more so than my old Nikon flash. The switches and buttons are respectable and easy enough to operate with gloves. The diffuser attachment (oh I wish it were built-in like the SB-28's) is held in place with two smart little bumps that snap into two assembly screw recesses, so it won't easily be knocked off by my bag or jacket. The screw collar that locks the camera to the flash is slightly difficult to grab (it doesn't stick out very much), but that's probably better than having it too easy to turn and dropping the flash off the camera.

Electrical quality: fair. The flash works well, but whines a bit more than my old one. The zoom mechanism is also fairly noisy, with a slight but unpleasant click when it reaches the end of the zoom range (almost like a gear hopping a tooth). With a fresh pair of NiMH in this flash, I can shoot a couple frames per second at normal output levels. I've not observed the cycle time at 100% output, and have nothing to say about battery life (by old habit I swap in freshly-charged batteries before heading out with the camera).

Features: good. TTL works fabulously, of course, and the manual slave flash mode has proven itself useful (easily triggered with my D80's built-in flash, even set to -3 EV flash exposure compensation). I doubt I'll ever use the modeling flash mode, and rarely the multi-flash mode, but to each their own. The red focus assist lamp works well, allowing my D80 to focus in darkness (I was in a dark car at night). The ability to tilt the flash several degrees below horizontal has actually proven useful when taking impromptu near-macro close-ups.

Buy QDC-900WA Digital Zoom Flash for Nikon!

Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce for the Minolta 5600HS Flash.

I have never used one of these before, but it seems to do ok. It softens the intensity of the flash, yet allows enough light for a good picture. It seems to work better for distances not exceeding 15 feet.
Buy Sto-Fen Omni-Bounce for the Minolta 5600HS Flash.!