No. External flash unit with GN42 (105mm lens, ISO 100) No. High accuracy ADI flash ... more
metering combines TTL metering and guide number control No. Intelligent WB adjustment with colour temperature information (optimised for new a models) No. High-speed sy...
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No. External flash unit with GN42 (105mm lens, ISO 100) No. High accuracy ADI flash ... more
metering combines TTL metering and guide number control No. Intelligent WB adjustment with colour temperature information (optimised for new a models) No. High-speed sy...
Postage & Packaging: Free! Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours...
The HVL-F42AM external flash from Sony combinesTTL (through-the-lens) flash metering with ... more
a guide number control to enable youto take professional quality photos. The HVL-F42AM alsocomes with a host of intelligent white balance settings, which are act...
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The HVL-F42AM external flash from Sony combinesTTL (through-the-lens) flash metering with ... more
a guide number control to enable youto take professional quality photos. The HVL-F42AM alsocomes with a host of intelligent white balance settings, which are act...
Postage & Packaging: £8.89 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
Advantages: completely automatic when coupled to the E series Olympus, two batteries, very adaptable Disadvantages: Can be slow to recharge when using nimh batteries
A great medium power flash which synchronises perfectly with the Olympus Evol series of digital cameras. I have used it with my E-500 and the results are pretty good. Like the camera, the more you understand what it does the better you can make use of it.
There are several modes available to the user including forced flash, fill-in and normal. The flash automatically recognises what focal length the zoom lens is and adjusts its flash level accordingly. In use this has been faultless. Its always been accurate and the flash level has been right for the zoom.
Unlike many flashes, this one only uses two batteries (AA) which means its quite cheap to run and its easy to have spares in your bag. The head is completely flexible giving full rotation and tilt up to vertical. There is a small diffuser for ultra wide angle which stores away ...
Advantages: Excellent range, ease of use, full integration with EOS digital cameras Disadvantages: Battery compartment hard to open and close.
I bought the 580EX after reading some good reviews about it. I still had my doubts, after all, it's only an on-camera flash! Well, the truth is, my flash photography has never been so good and accurate!
OUT OF THE BOX
In the box you get the flash head, a pouch, a manual and a stand for the flash. All is neatly packaged.
FIRST TEST
After struggling with the battery compartment flap, I managed to insert the 4 AA batteries and turn the unit on. The start up charge is very fast, in fact one of the fastest I've seen.I fired some shots, head on, all in automatic mode. The recycling times were also excellent (even better if you use the external battery pack). The exposure was very accurate, colours were accurate but the results were very "flashey". I expected this, after all it's a small source of light.
SECOND TEST
I then ...
Advantages: Sophisticated Flash Technology Disadvantages: Perhaps too sophisticated for many
place after you've taken a picture. There is no whining noise as the batteries recharge. It is important to mention though that the flash is noisy on occasion because it comprises a zoom flash head that makes a bit if a buzz every time you use it.
In conclusion I would say this is a petty advanced flash unit that gives excellent results. It might be a bit too confusing if you're as beginner and it's not exactly on the cheap side. However, for those wanting to move up a grade, this flash should light up the way.
Technical Details
Product Description: Canon Speedlite 580EX - hot-shoeclip-onflash
Camera Flash: Hot-shoeclip-onflash
Dimensions (WxDxH): 7.5 cm x 11.4 cm x 13.4 cm
Guide Number (m / ISO 100): 58
Lens Coverage: 24mm - 105mm
Supported Exposure Control: FP Flash, TTL, E-TTL, E-TTL II
Zoom: Automatic, manual
Features ...
The HVLF42AM flash unit gives photographers powerful illumination, adjustable bounce angles, wireless remote capability and intelligent features like ADI metering, auto white balance, auto zoom and high-speed sync - perfect for formal portraits, weddings and special events, still-life photography, hobby shots and more.
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