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Canon EOS Speedlite 430EX flash unit

The Canon Speedlite 430EX external flash follows on from the 420EX, with functions to further improve the digital shots taken with your EOS camera: the guide number for the 430EX goes to 43 (for 100 ISO at 105 mm) and the recharge time is about 40% lower than with the 420EX. An AF help light has been designed for compatibility with all the autofocussing systems of the EOS series.The Speedlite 430EX will detect the captor on the body it is connected to and adapt the coverage angle accordingly.The 430EX automatically transmits colour tone information to more recent reflex models so that they can optimise the white balance for shots with the flash.Fully compatible with the E-TTL II flash measure system with distance measurement, the 430EX has a user -riendly interface with an LCD screen for a clear display of the modes and settings, a rapid unlock button for quick control of the angle of the reflector head and 6 personal functions. The Speedlite 430EX can also be used as part of a multi-flash configuration.

Technical Details

* Product Description: Canon Speedlite 430EX - hot-shoe clip-on flash
* Camera Flash: Hot-shoe clip-on flash
* Dimensions (WxDxH): 7.2 cm x 10.1 cm x 12.2 cm
* Weight: 330 g
* Guide Number (m / ISO 100): 43
* Lens Coverage: 24mm - 105mm
* Supported Exposure Control: FP Flash, TTL, E-TTL II
* Colour Temperature: Daylight
* Zoom: Automatic
* Features: AF illuminator, illuminated LCD display, flash +/- compensation
* Required Battery: 4 x battery - AA type
* Carrying Case: Soft case

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