Flash Unit for Canon Rebel XTi: Can anyone give me some advise as to a good but lesser expensive unit?
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There's the Canon Speedlite 270EX. Its small but not very powerful though it can be bounced off the ceiling (only) in landscape orientation for much more flattering light. The flash uses annoying light pulses in order to assist the camera's auto focus in dim light (more advanced models use a low key red focus assist beam). I can't find a listing for one directly from Amazon right now so be careful who you buy it from. The Sigma EF-530 DG Super is a full-featured powerful flash - I was quite happy with my old EF-500 Super - which offers some features only found on Canon's high-end Speedlite 580EX but its not all that much cheaper than a 430EX II. You'll find the quality of no-name third party flashes varies quite a bit so be very cautious about trying to go too cheap. Metz has a very good reputation for their high end flashes but I'm not really sure about their cheap models. Sunpak has been making good quality flashes for many years but, again, I'm not entirely sure about their cheap models. I'm not sure I'd trust any other brands as they are entirely, or nearly so, all re-labelled Chinese imports of unknown quality. By the way, whichever flash you decide on, be sure to pick up a set of NiMH rechargable batteries. You'll get more shots and shorter flash charge-up times among other advantages. Look for low-self-discharge/pre-charged/hybrid batteries like Sanyo Eneloops. These batteries are made to hold a charge longer while sitting unused so your flash will always be ready to go (standard NiMH will lose their charge over time at a faster rate).
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Yes, I have the 550D (T2i,Kiss X4) and it works great; a simple & reliable flash that does the job.
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This flash is compatible with the Canon T4i and if you are budget conscious as I am when equipment is involved I would buy the Yongnuo YN 568EX II over the Canon. The Yongnuo YN 568EX II is ETTL, and has HSS up to 1/8000. Now I also just discovered yet another flash for you to look at, the Shanny sn600sc. It has the same features as the Canon 430EX II and the Yongnuo YN 568EX II but is less expensive than the Yongnuo and is identical to the Canon. Now with all of that said, I don't think you can go wrong with either flash you choose, it just depends on how much kash you want to spend. Happy shopping and I hope I helped. This flash is compatible with the Canon T4i and if you are budget conscious as I am when equipment is involved I would buy the Yongnuo YN 568EX II over the Canon. The Yongnuo YN 568EX II is ETTL, and has HSS up to 1/8000. Now I also just discovered yet another flash for you to look at, the Shanny sn600sc. It has the same features as the Canon 430EX II and the Yongnuo YN 568EX II but is less expensive than the Yongnuo and is identical to the Canon. Now with all of that said, I don't think you can go wrong with either flash you choose, it just depends on how much kash you want to spend. Happy... » Read More This flash is compatible with the Canon T4i and if you are budget conscious as I am when equipment is involved I would buy the Yongnuo YN 568EX II over the Canon. The Yongnuo YN 568EX II is ETTL, and has HSS up to 1/8000. Now I also just discovered yet another flash for you to look at, the Shanny sn600sc. It has the same features as the Canon 430EX II and the Yongnuo YN 568EX II but is less expensive than the Yongnuo and is identical to the Canon. Now with all of that said, I don't think you can go wrong with either flash you choose, it just depends on how much kash you want to spend. Happy shopping and I hope I helped. « Show Less
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Hey Peter, This one will not - the BG-E3 is the one you'd want for the Rebel XTi
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How about a Canon Powershot SD940is, it recently had a price drop to $200, I believe it was like $230 or $240 before. The model is a year old but I personally prefer the design of the older Canon models. At $200 it's a no-brainer. Also, a Sandisk SDHC card:
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I have a rebel Xti but the instructions say it is compatible with all canon DSLRs.
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Thanks, Cary. You've convinced me, and I now own a 580EXII. Perhaps I will get the smaller 430 as a second flash, if it can pick up the wireless signal from the 580EXII ?
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The Canon User's Manual for your camera says:"Speedlite 600EX-RT/600EX/580EX II/430EXII/320EX/270EX II zz Shoe-mounted flashunit that enables many stylesof flash photography. Speedlite580EX, 430EX, 270EX, and 220EXare also supported." This unit is a copy of the 430 Canon, so it should work just fine..
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This review is worth reading. After using the 90EX, the review seems accurate to me. It also recommends some alternative. http://www.kenrockwell.com/canon/flash/90ex.htm
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I purchased the Olympus FL-600R. Retails for about $300. It is quite powerful and can effectively light a scene from a distance. In addition, because it tilts and swivels, you can bounce the flash off a ceiling or a wall and mitigate the tendency for straight on flashes to over-light a scene. I didn't try other options, but would endorse this one.
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This is a complex flash unit, may be a challenge to learn for someone with little experience. Might want to start with a SB 800. Otherwise set in TTL and forget. If pictures are not what you want, there are lots of Internet site to offer specific assistance such as Ugly Hedgehog. Eventually you will find Nikon flash units are really good for difficult lighting situations.
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Hey Peter,This one will not - the BG-E3 is the one you'd want for the Rebel XTi
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This is for flash units not video lights. How would I know what your supposed use is. I use professional Canon Camera equipment not $15 video lights
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I got the answer in reviews.thanks <b>"5.0 out of 5 stars Great Flash, June 16, 2010By P. Robinson (Texas) - See all my reviews(REAL NAME) Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?)This review is from: Canon Speedlite 430EX II Flash for Canon Digital SLR Cameras (Electronics)Perfect Flash for my new Canon T2i. Clip it on, they begin talking to each other, and your ready to take perfect pictures. Invest in a decent set of rechargeable batteries and it will flash all night long. "</b>
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Newer Rebels will use an SD card, but the xti model uses a CF card like this one. I used this exact card with my xti and it worked fine.
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I have a canon t3i/600D and it works fine. It is a very bright/strong flash.
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I seriously doubt that you will be happy with this flash. It is touted as an automatic TTL flash that works similar to name-brand flashes made for your camera. It is not. Suggest that you look seriously at the smaller Canon flash or a Metz equivalent. This flash is a manual flash and unless you are handy with setting aperture and shutter speed for different lighting situations, I would advise you to steer clear.