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USED Canon Speedlite 580EXII

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Battery Life 12 months
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    Product Description

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    Further development of Canon's flagship Speedlite has led to the production of the 580 EX II. 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 and is completely inaudible.

    Speedlite 580EX II Flash Highlights

    • Approximately 20 percent faster recycling time compared to 580EX
    • Superior build quality, including a metal foot for higher rigidity
    • Max Guide No. 58 at 105mm setting (GN 190, feet)
    • Auto conversion of flash coverage with compatible digital SLR cameras
    • White Balance info communicated instantly to compatible digital SLR cameras
    • Full swivel, 180 degrees in either direction
    • AF-assist beam, compatible with all AiAF points on every EOS SLR
    • Dust- and water- resistance to match the EOS-1D Mark III

    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    689 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the versatility, ease of use, quality and brightness of the camera flash. For example, they mention it's easy to use in manual mode, produces a massive amount of light and is plenty powerful.

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    237 customers mention216 positive21 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the flash. They say that it is a fairly rugged flash that works fairly well in ETTL mode. They also say that the built quality of 580EX II is generally nice, and the hotshoe is metal with locking lever. Customers say that this is able to serve as a master flash, and is very reliable. They mention that the extra flash power is useful for bounce, reflected, softened, and otherwise modified flash. Customers also appreciate the sturdier battery door and virtually silent operation.

    "...Speedlite 580EX II (bought December 2009)This is a very reliable, easy-to-use flash...." Read more

    "...There you have it. The 580EX II is a powerful flash with a fast recycling rate...." Read more

    "...Numerous aftermarket attachments- Solid metal hotshoe and locking mechanism- Weather sealed- FEB bracketing-..." Read more

    "...The built quality of 580EX II is generally nice, the hotshoe is metal with locking lever, flash has external PC connector..." Read more

    97 customers mention83 positive14 negative

    Customers like the performance of the camera flash. They say it works superbly, is effective as a bounce flash, and works well both on-camera and off-camERA. Some mention that the 580EX does a wonderful job and is difficult to see any overflash. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and versatility of this versatile product.

    "...use its wireless functionality with other canon 580EXii's and it works pretty well.. Full ETTL control...." Read more

    "...HINT: The 580 and 600 flashes work best with lithium AA batteries. You get a lot more flashes than with alkaline batteries...." Read more

    "Pros:- Uses 4 AA sized batteries- E-TTL- Solid performance- Built-in pop-up catchlight card and wide angle filter-..." Read more

    "...It also works great with the ST-E2 wireless trigger for fully automatic operation, and control of flash power ratios from the camera...." Read more

    69 customers mention53 positive16 negative

    Customers find the camera flash easy to use. They say it's easy to set it to manual mode, and it'll compensate up and down. They also appreciate the videos on how to use it, and the manual is good. However, some customers feel the manual doesn't fully explain the exposure. Overall, customers are happy with the ease of use and functionality of the product.

    "...This is a very reliable, easy-to-use flash. It replaced a Speedlite 550EX, which was quite complicated to operate...." Read more

    "...Weather sealed- FEB bracketing- Manual control dial as well as in-camera settings- Backlight and indicator lights-..." Read more

    "...It also works great with the ST-E2 wireless trigger for fully automatic operation, and control of flash power ratios from the camera...." Read more

    "...This is done mostly automatically, but also by simple Canon camera settings (or by settings made directly on the flash)...." Read more

    33 customers mention29 positive4 negative

    Customers like the brightness of the flash. They say it puts out a massive amount of light, and recovers in the blink of an eye. They also say the recharge speed is fast, and the consistency of color temperature is consistent. Customers also say that the light quality is magnificent, and it can go very far. They mention that the metering and light delivered are great, and that the flash can go really far. Customers say that it creates an even, soft light, which makes evening and low light shots warm and well lit. They find that the product has its own and makes shooting easier in dim lighting.

    "...This is the flash I use most often, because it’s slightly brighter, and the automatic zoom has the best range...." Read more

    "...But for freezing movement, adding fill light (even in brightly lit scenes) and creating/shaping light for dramatic effect, the 580EX II is..." Read more

    "...The light quality is magnificent compared to the pop-up flash in every lighting scenario. Dedicated flash is the way to go in eliminating red eye...." Read more

    "...I couldn't believe it. No gross dark shadows behind things...." Read more

    32 customers mention32 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the power of the camera flash. They mention that it has enough power for sunlight, has good power, and has a quick recycle time. Some say that the 580EX has broader full-power and quicker recycle time than other models. Overall, customers are happy with the performance of this product.

    "...Because the 580EX has stronger full-power and quicker recycle time than other flashes in the lineup, I can light more consecutive shots, in darker..." Read more

    "...will act the same as the built-in flash of 20D, except it is 16 times more powerful. The power level adjustment is useful for multiple flash set up...." Read more

    "Very powerful, and accurate in ETTL II mode...." Read more

    "Overall, I love this flash. It's powerful, with plenty of features, and can be controlled from the menu on my Canon 7D camera...." Read more

    27 customers mention24 positive3 negative

    Customers like the recycling of the camera flash. They say it recycles pretty quickly and maintains good recycle rates. Some mention that improvements on recycling rate and power are only marginal compared to the 580EX II. Overall, most are satisfied with the recycling capabilities of the product.

    "...Improvements on recycling rate and power, however, are only marginal compared to the 580EX II...." Read more

    "...Because the 580EX has stronger full-power and quicker recycle time than other flashes in the lineup, I can light more consecutive shots, in darker..." Read more

    "...That said, when it works, this flash is great. Fast recycle time (better with a battery pack), love the weather sealing, and I really appreciate..." Read more

    "...last a lot longer than I was expecting in the unit, while maintaining good recycle rates.What's not?..." Read more

    26 customers mention26 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the versatility of the camera flash. They mention that it functions well, has lots of flexibility, and can be used in many settings. The product is easy to use and has a solid feel. It is customizable and adjustable to your specific needs. Overall, customers are happy with the product's versatility and recommend it to others.

    "...The 600 below is much easier to use and more versatile...." Read more

    "...bounce the light off ceilings and walls for even softer diffusion, light shaping, and more natural shadowing than any built-in--or the much-cheaper,..." Read more

    "...Easy to use, then store.* Very adjustable to your specific needs.*..." Read more

    "Overall, I love this flash. It's powerful, with plenty of features, and can be controlled from the menu on my Canon 7D camera...." Read more

    94 customers mention61 positive33 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the camera flash. Some say that it's well worth the money, reasonable cost, and worth it in the long run. They also mention that the focusing aid is almost worth the price, and the dedicated flash unit offers the best performance for the price. However, others say that the price has jumped from $360 to $4xx.

    "...I have no doubt to its power claims. the focusing aid is almost worth the price alone...." Read more

    "...between a flash or new lens, a dedicated flash unit offers best performance for the price...." Read more

    "I got this excellent flash for a great price here on Amazon! I had been researching this flash for several weeks...." Read more

    "...BTW, I'm amateur photographer.The main drawback - price is steep...." Read more

    nice flash with reasonable output, expensive
    5 Stars
    nice flash with reasonable output, expensive
    Bought this flash yesterday, to use primarily with my also newly purchased EOS Elan 7NE 35mm SLR. I kept deciding between 430EX and 580EX II and I don't regret buying this model. The flash is not too bulky or too heavy as I was afraid after reading some reviews - my previous flash was Vivitar 285HV, and it is quite bigger and heavier then 580 EX II.Now, the flash output of 580EX II is dependent on zoom setting of the flash head. The advertised GN190 sounds like vast load of power, but it is a guide number for 105mm zoom; when you use 28mm lens you get only about GN100, and GN140 for standard 50mm lens. It's off course not bad but not the GN190, so don't think that you'll flash an entire concert hall with this flash. I did a test roll on full auto setting on the camera and E-TTL II on the flash - while working nicely and quite dependably out of the box, to my surprise the flash and camera use quite wide apertures, around f4-f4.5 for most exposures indoors.. I realized that I'll have to use full manual mode on the camera and E-TTL II on the flash in order to obtain smaller apertures and get more DOF - in this setting the adequate flash output will be provided automatically to accommodate the selected aperture (and shutter speed) setting.I didn't even remotely touch all the features that this flash offers, although I did go through them briefly while reading the provided user guide. I think that the flash will serve me well down the road, and it is better to have that extra output over what 430EX would give me. Finally, I believe that 580EX II was released very recently, while the 430EX is couple years older. The built quality of 580EX II is generally nice, the hotshoe is metal with locking lever, flash has external PC connector (which 430EX lacks I believe); obviously the 580EX II has more to offer. BTW, I'm amateur photographer.The main drawback - price is steep. If you don't need all the features (there are tons of them), you may be better off with the cheaper 430EX; I grabbed 580 but mainly because I wanted the PC connector since I intend to shoot it occasionally with my other cameras in full manual mode off-camera on the stand through the umbrella and such - so that's why I wanted maximum possible flash output.One last but important thing - I called Canon technical support today with a question regarding the use; good news - Canon techs are located here in the United States, are friendly and knowledgeable (so, don't worry about having to deal with overseas-outsourced tech support, which can be quite a horrible experience)
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