Description
The Metz Mecablitz 44 AF-1 Flash Unit Flashgun for Canon is a compact and reliable TTL external flash unit designed for Canon EOS DSLR cameras. It provides significantly more power and flexibility than a built-in camera flash, making it ideal for portraits, events, indoor photography, and creative lighting setups.
Item specifics – Metz Mecablitz 44 AF-1 Flash Unit Flashgun for Canon
| Condition: |
Used: An item that has been previously used. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully functional.
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Model: | metz 44 af-1 |
| Compatible Brand: | For Canon | Brand: | Metz |
| Type: | Flash Gun |
Key Features
- Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II compatibility
- Guide Number: GN44 (ISO 100, 105mm)
- Zoom range: 24–105mm (12mm with diffuser)
- Bounce flash head: tilt up to 90°
- Swivel head: up to 300° rotation
- Built-in wide-angle diffuser (12mm coverage)
- Manual flash power control
- Optical slave mode (system dependent)
- AF assist light for low-light focusing
- First & second curtain sync support
- Integrated reflector catchlight card
- USB firmware update port
Performance & Usage
- Suitable for portrait, wedding, and event photography
- Soft bounce lighting for natural-looking results
- Can be used on-camera or as a basic off-camera slave flash
Build & Design
- Compact and lightweight (~306g body only)
- Quick-lock hot shoe mount
- Intuitive rear control interface
- Powered by 4× AA batteries
- Recycle time: approx. 3–4 seconds (depending on batteries)
Specifications
- Model: Metz Mecablitz 44 AF-1
- Compatibility: Canon E-TTL / E-TTL II
- Guide Number: 44 (ISO 100, 105mm)
- Zoom Range: 24–105mm (12mm with diffuser)
- Tilt: 0° to +90°
- Rotation: up to 300°
- Flash Modes: TTL / Manual / Slave
- Sync Modes: 1st & 2nd curtain
- Colour Temperature: ~5600K
Best For
- Portrait photography
- Indoor events and weddings
- Fill flash in daylight
- Beginner to intermediate flash users
- Bounce lighting setups
