Description
The Canon 430EX II Speedlite Flash Unit Flashgun will expand your shooting options with a Guide Number of 43, wireless slave flash ability, nine custom functions and a 24-105mm zoom head. Covering 1-9 AF points, the Speedlite 430EX II can emit an infra-red focusing beam providing contrast for the lens to focus on when shooting in low light conditions. A fantastic tool for professionals and amateurs alike!
Item specifics – Canon 430EX II Speedlite Flash Unit Flashgun
Key Features:
- Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II automatic flash metering
- Guide Number: 43 (ISO 100, 105mm)
- Manual and TTL flash modes
- Flash exposure compensation support (via camera)
Zoom & Coverage:
- Auto zoom range: 24–105mm
- Built-in wide panel down to 14mm
- Automatically adjusts to lens focal length
Bounce & Swivel:
- Tilt: 0° to 90°
- Swivel: 180° left / 90° right
- Great for ceiling and wall bounce lighting
Wireless Flash:
- Optical slave flash support (Canon system)
- Can be triggered by compatible Canon master flashes or camera pop-up flash (older systems)
- No radio wireless support
Performance:
- Recycle time: approx. 0.1–3.7 / 4 sec
- Powered by 4× AA batteries
- Improved speed over original 430EX
Design:
- Solid build with metal hot shoe foot
- Compact and reliable mid-range flash unit
- Simple camera-controlled operation on supported EOS bodies
Compatibility:
- Canon EOS DSLR cameras
Best For:
- Portrait photography
- Weddings and events
- Indoor bounce flash
- Outdoor fill flash
- Beginner to intermediate flash users
