Description
Further development of Canon’s flagship has led to the production of the Canon 580EX II Speedlite Flash Unit Flashgun. This is the premier Speedlite for all photographers, including professionals. Newly designed 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). Other features include improved communication reliability through its direct contacts, and recycling time is both 20% shorter than the 580EX as well as being completely inaudible.
Item specifics – Canon 580EX II Speedlite Flash Unit Flashgun
Key Features:
- Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II / TTL compatible
- Guide Number: 58 (ISO 100, 105mm)
- Flash exposure compensation and bracketing support
- Manual and TTL flash modes
Zoom & Coverage:
- Auto zoom range: 24–105mm
- Supports bounce and fill flash lighting
Bounce & Swivel:
- Tilt: -7° to +90°
- Swivel: 180° left/right
- Ideal for ceiling and wall bounce lighting
Wireless Flash:
- Optical wireless master and slave capability
- Compatible with Canon multi-flash setups (line-of-sight required)
- Can be used in off-camera lighting systems with compatible triggers
Performance:
- Fast recycle time: approx. 0.1–6 sec
- Powered by 4× AA batteries
- Optional external battery pack support for faster recycling
Design:
- Professional-grade durable build
- Metal hot shoe mount
- Weather-resistant improvements over earlier models
Compatibility:
- Canon EOS DSLR cameras
- Canon film EOS cameras with E-TTL support
Best For:
- Weddings and events
- Portrait photography
- Studio-style lighting
- Outdoor fill flash
- Off-camera flash setups
