Is this flash overkill for the Rebel T5 or should I be looking at the 430EX?
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I used it with my rebel at first. My photos improved dramatically over built in flash and I now have a great flash for a long time.
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lighting is the most important thing, and you won't have to upgrade when you move up to a 5D
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yes you can, you will have to use that flash or it fits too loose. You cant use it with a 430 though it is too small. The ring flash is adjustable to a degree but that really just allows you to make a snug fit.
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You should buy an X-Pro1 instead. It has the same specs as the X-E1, plus a sweet built in hybrid OVF. The only thing you use lose is a useless built in flash.
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I would use 400. It's a little more "grainy" looking in prints but you won't really need your flash in daylight.
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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'm relatively new to the game, but I purchased the Canon 430EX simply because it's cheaper than the 580. I love it. The 580 is a lot more capable, but when I can afford to buy one (much later) I can still use the 430 as a slave. But, until then, the 430 will more than do.
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For me it was price, the IS was a little over my reach. You know you have a great camera you can push that ISO comfortable past 1600 . I recently did a wedding with only a spot light and no flash at 1600 at 5.6 or 2.8 between 15th 125 sec hand held it came out fantastic. Hand held is a trick to learn. I would think you will need to be above 125 second and higher with a depth of field f8 f16 and you said no tripod and I assuming no flash hand held. I think the IS would be worth the stretch if you can. For me it is beach pic on a tripod with weddings and party's One other thing I dont know what speed your camera sync for flash my Canon 60D sync at 250 or less but you can hyper sync flash above 250 but then you pick up a hard grain. If you intend to use flash the flash freeze the movement above 250 in hyper for no flash diffidently if you have the bucks I will assume the IS is as good or better in ether case you will have a top of the line lens good luck
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I think it is definitely worth it: you will have 18 megapixels in contrast to 12, a better range of high ISO settings with less noise, and my perhaps favorite thing: a swivel screen which enables you to see what you are shooting when the camera is held down low or above your head...without sitting on the ground or climbing on something. I love my t5i!
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I would definitely not get this. The light output will be similar to your built-in flash, but without the biggest benefits of having a hot shoe flash, like being able to change the angle of the flash. Save up and get the Canon Speedlite 430EX II. The only reason I got the 90ex is because it is tiny and can be carried in a pocket easily in case the need arises to use on my 5d Mark iii which does not have a built in flash.
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I definitely think the T49 is worth the money -- but only if you buy the nice STM lens. It is seriously an amazing lens, and I love the autofocus feature when you're taking video. Even if you're only focusing on photos, the camera is great. The enhanced auto function takes beautiful photos when you're in a hurry and don't have time to mess with ISO and aperture, and I think it takes crisper photos than the T2i (although it's probably just the nice lens). Go for it if you have the money.
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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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Heather, the flash I rec'd does not fit my camera. Unfortunately, I was ill when I first rec'd it, and the time frame for returning items had run out when I tried to use it on my Cannon Rebel t-3. I would hope that you would get the light that you need. Take advantage of the lighting in the restaurant. Best of luck. Kathleen M. on March 18th.
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The biggest thing for a flash is being able to bounce the light. The 430 can do this, the 270 can't. The 430 is the lowest external flash you should go...don't go lower or you will soon find yourself regretting it.
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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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Hi Cheri, Not sure what flash you're using. I use this on my canon 580ex II and 430 ex. It works fine.
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Yes it works great. I am a beginner but I have a t3i and the flash is working well.
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The one offered with it as a bundle deal is decent. You won't want one that is extremely long just a decent link. http://www.amazon.com/Zeikos-ZE-OCSCC-Camera-Canon-Flash/dp/B0029LHXM6/ref=pd_bxgy_p_img_y